Colgate University
Associate Vice President for Individual Giving
Colgate University, New York, New York, us, 10261
Associate Vice President for Individual Giving
Colgate University seeks a strategic and experienced advancement leader to serve as Associate Vice President (AVP) for Individual Giving. Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement, the AVP plays a pivotal role in the university’s $1 billion Campaign for the Third Century, which has already secured over $725 million in gifts and commitments. Accountabilities
Provide vision, direction, and oversight for Colgate’s individual giving program to advance campaign goals and long‑term philanthropic growth. Serve as a key member of the Advancement leadership team and advisor to the Vice President on individual giving strategy. Lead integration and alignment across major gifts, leadership gifts, prospect management and athletic fundraising. Supervise a dynamic team of fundraising professionals and provide mentorship, clear direction, and performance management. Promote a culture of high expectations, accountability, continuous learning, and collaborative problem‑solving. Ensure team efforts are well‑coordinated with annual giving, planned giving, alumni engagement, donor relations, and advancement operations. Develop and implement strategies for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors with capacity for five‑to‑seven‑figure gifts. Personally manage a portfolio of prospects and donors. Oversee the preparation of tailored, compelling gift proposals and communications that reflect institutional priorities. Direct the prospect management and research team to build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified prospects. Guide the use of data, analytics, and performance metrics to inform decisions and strengthen fundraising strategy and outcomes. Work closely with senior administrators, faculty, coaches, and campus partners to develop funding opportunities and donor engagement strategies. Collaborate with Colgate’s athletic department to advance philanthropic goals for varsity sports. Qualifications
At least 10 years of progressive fundraising experience with demonstrated success in individual and campaign fundraising, ideally in higher education. Proven record of managing and mentoring fundraising teams to exceed ambitious goals. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and inspire across a wide range of stakeholders. Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a commitment to data‑informed decision‑making. Experience with advancement‑related CRMs is required. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge NXT is a plus. Education
A bachelor’s degree is required. Benefits
Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. EEO Statement
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
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Colgate University seeks a strategic and experienced advancement leader to serve as Associate Vice President (AVP) for Individual Giving. Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement, the AVP plays a pivotal role in the university’s $1 billion Campaign for the Third Century, which has already secured over $725 million in gifts and commitments. Accountabilities
Provide vision, direction, and oversight for Colgate’s individual giving program to advance campaign goals and long‑term philanthropic growth. Serve as a key member of the Advancement leadership team and advisor to the Vice President on individual giving strategy. Lead integration and alignment across major gifts, leadership gifts, prospect management and athletic fundraising. Supervise a dynamic team of fundraising professionals and provide mentorship, clear direction, and performance management. Promote a culture of high expectations, accountability, continuous learning, and collaborative problem‑solving. Ensure team efforts are well‑coordinated with annual giving, planned giving, alumni engagement, donor relations, and advancement operations. Develop and implement strategies for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors with capacity for five‑to‑seven‑figure gifts. Personally manage a portfolio of prospects and donors. Oversee the preparation of tailored, compelling gift proposals and communications that reflect institutional priorities. Direct the prospect management and research team to build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified prospects. Guide the use of data, analytics, and performance metrics to inform decisions and strengthen fundraising strategy and outcomes. Work closely with senior administrators, faculty, coaches, and campus partners to develop funding opportunities and donor engagement strategies. Collaborate with Colgate’s athletic department to advance philanthropic goals for varsity sports. Qualifications
At least 10 years of progressive fundraising experience with demonstrated success in individual and campaign fundraising, ideally in higher education. Proven record of managing and mentoring fundraising teams to exceed ambitious goals. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and inspire across a wide range of stakeholders. Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a commitment to data‑informed decision‑making. Experience with advancement‑related CRMs is required. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge NXT is a plus. Education
A bachelor’s degree is required. Benefits
Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. EEO Statement
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
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