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Azusa Pacific University · 2 months ago

Vice President for University Advancement

Azusa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$242K/yr - $278K/yr

7+ years exp

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered institution committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. They are seeking a Vice President for University Advancement to provide strategic leadership in fundraising efforts, manage alumni engagement, and oversee a team of development professionals to meet ambitious fundraising goals.

Education

Hiring Manager

James Smith, Ph.D.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a strategic alumni and donor engagement plan that balances immediate fundraising needs with long-term development of the donor base

Manage a portfolio of major donors (and prospects) and lead the division in annual fundraising production

Develop a strategic plan for fundraising growth, including alumni and parent relations, annual giving, major and planned giving, comprehensive campaigns, foundation relations, stewardship, and advancement operations

Lead the implementation of APU’s current comprehensive fundraising campaign, and develop and lead future campaigns as needs arise

Recruit and lead a volunteer campaign leadership team, in collaboration with the president

Meet and exceed annual fundraising goals as agreed upon with the president

Provide direct leadership to the office of University Advancement, including a willingness to delegate and empower others to find innovative solutions to strengthen fundraising effectiveness

Leverage technology, APU’s CRM software, and data analytics to enhance advancement strategies while ensuring data integrity

Manage timely reporting and tracking of KPIs against advancement fundraising goals

Collaborate closely with the Provost and academic leadership to identify resources, policies, and procedures to empower the deans and department chairs to fundraise in conjunction with the Advancement Office

Collaborate with the Vice President for Strategic Communication and Engagement / Chief Communication Officer to ensure the communication plan for alumni and donor engagement is compelling and consistent

Partner with other leaders on campus to ensure that all donor and potential donor engagements are effectively communicating and supporting the goals of the university

Serve on the President’s Cabinet

Partner with the Vice President / Chief Strategy Officer and serve as a standing Cabinet guest to the Board of Trustees Strategic Oversight Committee

Represent the university at designated conferences and events

Ability and willingness to travel as much as 40 percent of the time

Complete projects and other duties as assigned by the president

Qualification

Fundraising strategyAlumni engagementLeadership experienceData analyticsCRM softwareCustomer serviceEmotional intelligenceInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsCollaboration

Required

Master's degree or equivalent education and experience

At least seven years of increased experience as a leader and a proven track record of success in Advancement, preferably in higher education

Extensive senior-level experience in advancement, with a strong track record in higher education or nonprofit fundraising

Exceptional leadership skills, including the ability to foster growth for the development team members with diverse levels of expertise by fostering an environment of respect, accountability, efficiency, and productivity

Capacity to inspire enthusiasm and collaboration in others

Solid awareness of higher education fundraising issues and trends related to achieving ongoing momentum and success

Knowledge of technical issues regarding fundraising practices and strategies, as well as philanthropic trends and research

Ability to successfully develop, interpret, and apply policy and regulations in a complex university setting

Strong commitment to customer service and community relations, successful experience and orientation toward a collaborative approach to resolving problems, and a willingness to take a proactive approach to improving services through direct personal contact

High degree of emotional intelligence needed to interact with the Board of Trustees, the President, the Cabinet, academic leadership, all levels of administrative staff, alumni, parents, and the donor community at large

Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills to serve as an effective ambassador of the university's mission with both internal and external constituents

Ability and willingness to travel as much as 40 percent of the time