Chief Development Officer – Main Campus

Ultipro; Iowa City, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Iowa Center for Advancement seeks a Vice President of Development for Main Campus to lead fundraising strategy and performance across the university’s Main Campus. This executive role requires guiding principal gifts, regional major gifts, and campus-wide priorities, with a hybrid work arrangement including three on-site days per week in Iowa City.

The VP will set strategic direction, drive philanthropic investments, and partner with university leaders to translate priorities into

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in fundraising or related field.
• 10 years of progressive fundraising leadership in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for Main Campus fundraising programs.
• Lead and develop a senior fundraising team.
• Serve as chief development officer for the Office of the Provost.
• Collaborate with analytics and advancement partners to inform strategy.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Fundraising leadership

Donor relations

Team management

Change management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

University of Iowa Center for Advancement seeks a Vice President of Development for Main Campus to lead fundraising strategy and performance across the university’s Main Campus. This executive role requires guiding principal gifts, regional major gifts, and campus-wide priorities, with a hybrid work arrangement including three on-site days per week in Iowa City.

The VP will set strategic direction, drive philanthropic investments, and partner with university leaders to translate priorities into