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Penn State University · 2 months ago

Assistant Vice President, University Development

Penn State University Park

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

Penn State University is seeking a talented leadership-level frontline fundraiser for the role of Assistant Vice President, University Development. This position is responsible for guiding major gift fundraising efforts and providing strategic leadership to fundraising teams across the university.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications, and serve as a role model for the Division’s commitment to this objective

Contribute to overall OUD and University fundraising goals by serving as collegial and thoughtful team leader and coach who will work with partners across the University

Assist units with their engagement of their identified prospect pools and pipelines of prospects for immediate and long-term cultivation

Assist units in the development of annual goals, plans, and budgets for a comprehensive, strategy-driven fundraising program

Identify, cultivate and solicit major and principal gifts on behalf of the University

Serve as an ambassador for the University and its priorities and values with donors, alumni and volunteers

Qualification

Major gift fundraisingStaff managementLeadership experienceStrategic planningInterpersonal skillsInclusivityCommunication skillsCollaborationIntegrity

Required

Typically requires a master's degree or higher and 12 years or more of combined major gifts and related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

A proven track record in staff management, especially managing through metrics and analysis

The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues

The ability to execute strategies at the college and unit levels

Direct major gift fundraising experience

Significant leadership experience in a higher education institution of considerable organizational complexity

Experience in managing and leading goal-oriented teams and in planning development strategies, including personnel and budgetary management

Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, with a particular sensitivity to sophisticated, high-net worth audiences

A collaborative approach to leadership as the Assistant Vice Presidents interact with a variety of University constituents in order to maximize the performance of assigned team members

The ability to work productively with colleagues, volunteers and the University's academic leadership

Diplomacy, tact, outstanding communication, and interpersonal skills, along with unquestioned integrity, are essential

Demonstrated success in managing individuals and teams

A passion for higher education and an understanding of complex institutions

A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored