Confidential
Associate Vice Dean for Advancement, School of Arts & Sciences
Confidential, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, us, 19019
Associate Vice Dean for Advancement, School of Arts & Sciences
About the Company
Top-ranking Ivy-league research university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1740
Employees 10,001+
Categories
Education Colleges & Universities University of Pennsylvania Continuing Education EdTech Higher Education Non Profit STEM Education Training Universities
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Associate Vice Dean for Advancement to lead its fundraising and alumni engagement activities. The successful candidate will be a strategic and inclusive leader, responsible for managing the fundraising and engagement strategy for the School of Arts and Sciences. This role requires a global perspective to reflect the impact of the institution and its extensive network of alumni. The AVD will work in partnership with the Vice Dean, managing a team and mentoring staff in individual giving corporate and foundation relations, and alumni engagement. The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of development experience, with a strong background in soliciting major and principal gifts, and at least five years of management experience, preferably in a complex academic setting.
Applicants for the Associate Vice Dean for Advancement position at the company should be inspiring leaders with a commitment to the values of a liberal arts education. Essential duties include establishing strategic direction, coordinating with central staff, and providing oversight for various advancement programs. The role also involves maintaining strong relationships with the community, including faculty, staff, and volunteers, and representing the institution on various committees. The candidate must have excellent communication skills, the ability to work effectively in a large, complex organization, and a proven track record of success in fundraising. A Bachelor's degree is required, and a background in an academic setting and experience with capital campaigns are highly valued.
Hiring Manager Title Vice Dean for Advancement
Team Size 10
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration
About the Company
Top-ranking Ivy-league research university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1740
Employees 10,001+
Categories
Education Colleges & Universities University of Pennsylvania Continuing Education EdTech Higher Education Non Profit STEM Education Training Universities
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Associate Vice Dean for Advancement to lead its fundraising and alumni engagement activities. The successful candidate will be a strategic and inclusive leader, responsible for managing the fundraising and engagement strategy for the School of Arts and Sciences. This role requires a global perspective to reflect the impact of the institution and its extensive network of alumni. The AVD will work in partnership with the Vice Dean, managing a team and mentoring staff in individual giving corporate and foundation relations, and alumni engagement. The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of development experience, with a strong background in soliciting major and principal gifts, and at least five years of management experience, preferably in a complex academic setting.
Applicants for the Associate Vice Dean for Advancement position at the company should be inspiring leaders with a commitment to the values of a liberal arts education. Essential duties include establishing strategic direction, coordinating with central staff, and providing oversight for various advancement programs. The role also involves maintaining strong relationships with the community, including faculty, staff, and volunteers, and representing the institution on various committees. The candidate must have excellent communication skills, the ability to work effectively in a large, complex organization, and a proven track record of success in fundraising. A Bachelor's degree is required, and a background in an academic setting and experience with capital campaigns are highly valued.
Hiring Manager Title Vice Dean for Advancement
Team Size 10
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration