Vice President of University Advancement Job at Confidential, Boston, MA

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  • Confidential
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

Vice President of University Advancement

About the Company

Distinguished technical design & engineering university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1904

Employees
201-500

Categories

  • Colleges & Universities
  • Education
  • Wentworth Institute of Technology

Specialties

  • architecture
  • computer science and systems
  • construction management
  • design
  • engineering
  • engineering technology
  • and business management

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Vice President for University Advancement to spearhead the development of a comprehensive fundraising campaign, secure major gifts, and oversee the annual fund. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader, responsible for integrating fundraising throughout the institution and collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve ambitious revenue goals. This role demands a highly influential individual with a best-practice mentality for data-driven donor engagement, who can lead a team to align philanthropic investments with high-impact institutional opportunities. The VP will also be tasked with building and leading a high-performing advancement team, setting and achieving strategic fundraising goals, and ensuring a culture of philanthropy is cultivated across the organization. Candidates for the VP position should be results-oriented, inclusive leaders with a proven track record in fundraising and business development. The role requires a dynamic, creative, and mission-driven individual with excellent communication skills, capable of working effectively with senior leadership. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-growth, mission-focused organizations, and a strong background in managing a team in a complex, matrixed environment. They should be adept at leveraging best practices in fundraising, including major and planned gifts, and have a demonstrated passion for the institution's mission. The VP will be expected to lead by example, staying engaged with the campus community, and ensuring that the advancement team is well-equipped to meet the organization's philanthropic needs.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

  • Non-Profit Management
  • Business Development
Confidential

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