The American University in Cairo
Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations
The American University in Cairo, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Founded in 1919, The American University in Cairo is a leading English-language, U.S.-accredited institution of higher education. AUC is a crossroads for cultures and a forum for reasoned argument and spirited debate, at the center of the intellectual, social and cultural life of the Arab world. Its diverse community represents more than 60 countries. AUC’s vision is to be a world-class university recognized for leadership and excellence in teaching, research, creative expression and service. Its mission is to become the leading university in the Middle East and the destination of choice for students and faculty from around the world seeking cultural exposure, outstanding academic programs, cutting-edge research, and an ethically engaged, diverse community of scholars. Role
Reporting to the President, the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations leads the design, execution, and evaluation of university-wide strategies related to advancement, development, fundraising, and alumni relations. Advancement at AUC serves as a core engagement hub, fostering collaboration among internal and external stakeholders to promote understanding of the University’s mission and support its strategic priorities. The division develops and implements programs that create local and global engagement opportunities for students, alumni, staff, faculty, donors, employers, organizations, and trustees, with the aim of enhancing donor relations, philanthropic support, and alumni engagement. Based in Cairo, Egypt, the Vice President’s primary responsibilities include cultivating a culture of philanthropy that energizes all University stakeholders; providing guidance and operational support to academic and administrative leadership on fundraising and alumni engagement; and advising the President and Board of Trustees on efforts to elevate AUC’s reputation and influence in Egypt, the MENA region, and globally. The role carries significant managerial responsibility for fundraising and alumni relations, overseeing a team of more than 25 staff members based in Egypt and North America, and includes direct responsibility for cultivating a select portfolio of top donors and prospects. Enquiries and Applications
Enquiries can be made, in confidence, to the WittKieffer contacts at nderry@wittkieffer.com and eyeckley@wittkieffer.com. Completed applications should be submitted electronically to gdrummond@wittkieffer.com. Applications close at 5 pm on Friday, 3rd October 2025.
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Founded in 1919, The American University in Cairo is a leading English-language, U.S.-accredited institution of higher education. AUC is a crossroads for cultures and a forum for reasoned argument and spirited debate, at the center of the intellectual, social and cultural life of the Arab world. Its diverse community represents more than 60 countries. AUC’s vision is to be a world-class university recognized for leadership and excellence in teaching, research, creative expression and service. Its mission is to become the leading university in the Middle East and the destination of choice for students and faculty from around the world seeking cultural exposure, outstanding academic programs, cutting-edge research, and an ethically engaged, diverse community of scholars. Role
Reporting to the President, the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations leads the design, execution, and evaluation of university-wide strategies related to advancement, development, fundraising, and alumni relations. Advancement at AUC serves as a core engagement hub, fostering collaboration among internal and external stakeholders to promote understanding of the University’s mission and support its strategic priorities. The division develops and implements programs that create local and global engagement opportunities for students, alumni, staff, faculty, donors, employers, organizations, and trustees, with the aim of enhancing donor relations, philanthropic support, and alumni engagement. Based in Cairo, Egypt, the Vice President’s primary responsibilities include cultivating a culture of philanthropy that energizes all University stakeholders; providing guidance and operational support to academic and administrative leadership on fundraising and alumni engagement; and advising the President and Board of Trustees on efforts to elevate AUC’s reputation and influence in Egypt, the MENA region, and globally. The role carries significant managerial responsibility for fundraising and alumni relations, overseeing a team of more than 25 staff members based in Egypt and North America, and includes direct responsibility for cultivating a select portfolio of top donors and prospects. Enquiries and Applications
Enquiries can be made, in confidence, to the WittKieffer contacts at nderry@wittkieffer.com and eyeckley@wittkieffer.com. Completed applications should be submitted electronically to gdrummond@wittkieffer.com. Applications close at 5 pm on Friday, 3rd October 2025.
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