Associate Vice Chancellor for Development

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is seeking an Associate Vice Chancellor for Development to lead strategic fundraising efforts during a pivotal growth phase. This role reports to the Interim Vice Chancellor for University Advancement and manages programs spanning annual giving, major gifts, corporate/foundation relations, and planned giving.

The AVC will mentor staff, secure six- and seven-figure gifts, and establish metrics and strategies to support a university-wide

Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience within a mature development program.
• Experience in higher education fundraising.
• Track record of cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts at six- and seven-figure levels.
• Willingness to travel and work evenings or weekends.
• Ability to design and implement development strategies and lead campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for central fundraising programs, including annual giving, major gifts, and planned giving.
• Lead donor relationships, secure major gifts, and coach development staff to meet fundraising goals.
• Establish performance metrics and implement best-practice fundraising strategies.
• Drive fundraising infrastructure improvements and guide a high-performing development team.
• Collaborate with campus leadership to translate momentum into philanthropic growth.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Major gifts

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Job description

Associate Vice Chancellor for Development

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T) is seeking a dynamic and experienced fundraising leader to serve as Associate Vice Chancellor for Development at a pivotal moment in the institution's growth. Reporting to the Interim Vice Chancellor for University Advancement, the Associate Vice Chancellor will be a seasoned advancement professional with a strong understanding of public higher education and comprehensive fundraising operations. The AVC will provide strategic leadership and oversight for central fundraising programs—including annual giving, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, major gifts, and school, college, and athletics development—while working in close partnership with the Vice Chancellor to strengthen and expand the University’s overall advancement efforts. As a key member of the Advancement leadership team, the AVC will play a central role in building a cohesive fundraising operation and preparing the University for a successful comprehensive campaign.

The AVC leads strategic fundraising efforts that advance the mission and goals of North Carolina A&T. Serving as both a frontline fundraiser and mentor, the AVC manages key donor relationships, secures major gifts, and coaches development staff to achieve ambitious fundraising goals. In partnership with the Interim Vice Chancellor for Advancement, the AVC establishes performance metrics, implements best-practice fundraising strategies across annual, major, corporate/foundation, and planned giving programs, and evaluates program effectiveness. This collaborative leader also drives operational improvements, strengthens fundraising infrastructure, and guides a high-performing development team to build a sustainable, university-wide culture of philanthropy.

The Associate Vice Chancellor for Development will have the opportunity to unlock the extraordinary potential of North Carolina A&T's passionate alumni community by transforming Aggie pride into greater philanthropic engagement and expanding alumni participation in giving. The role also offers the chance to build and mentor a high-performing advancement team by fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth while leading by example as a frontline fundraiser. In partnership with a dynamic new generation of campus leadership, including recently appointed deans and a visionary chancellor, the AVC will help translate institutional momentum into meaningful philanthropic growth by cultivating new donors, strengthening pipelines, and establishing strategies that support long-term fundraising success.

The ideal candidate will bring at least five years of progressively responsible leadership experience within a mature development program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. They will have demonstrated success managing and motivating teams in a collaborative environment, along with experience playing a leadership role in a university-wide campaign. This individual will possess exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with academic leaders, faculty, staff, donors, civic partners, and volunteers to achieve strong philanthropic results. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, creativity, and initiative, along with the flexibility to travel and work evenings or weekends as needed.

Preferred candidates will have experience in higher education fundraising and a proven record of cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts at the six- and seven-figure levels from individuals, foundations, and corporations. They will be an inspiring and supportive manager who brings out the best in staff, fosters a culture of collaboration and accountability, and leads teams with confidence and vision. Additional strengths include the ability to design and implement complex development strategies, manage budgets and resources effectively, lead annual campaign efforts, and understand the nuances of planned giving and corporate and foundation fundraising. A track record of increasing leadership responsibility, strong strategic planning skills, and a collegial spirit with a sense of humor will further enhance a candidate’s portfolio.

Nominations and inquiries should be directed electronically to [e-mail].

This is a full-time position that will be performed on site in North Carolina. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Jim Sirianni, Managing Director
Abby Kallin, Senior Search Associate
[e-mail]

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