Executive VP, University Advancement

Cal Poly Humboldt; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 217,620 - 255,564; Full time

Job summary

A public university in California is seeking a Vice President for University Advancement to provide strategic leadership and oversight for its advancement initiatives. The successful candidate will manage fundraising, donor stewardship, and alumni engagement while promoting diversity and inclusion. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to build partnerships within the community. This full-time position offers a salary range of $10,106 to $32,441 monthly, commensurate with experience, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in advancement or related areas.
• Minimum 5 years of executive-level experience overseeing fundraising, alumni relations, marketing/communications, or government relations.

Responsibilities

• Provides executive leadership for fundraising, including cultivation, solicitation, stewardship.
• Leads cultivation and solicitation of major donors.
• Works with executive staff and leaders to secure gifts and grants.

Skills

Strong analytic and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and oral communication

Ability to build and lead collaborative teams

Ability to foster relationships with diverse stakeholders

Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion

Ability to work effectively in shared governance environments

Demonstrated fundraising success

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Master’s degree in relevant field (preferred)

Tools

Donor databases

Prospect research systems

CRM systems

Job description

A public university in California is seeking a Vice President for University Advancement to provide strategic leadership and oversight for its advancement initiatives. The successful candidate will manage fundraising, donor stewardship, and alumni engagement while promoting diversity and inclusion. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to build partnerships within the community. This full-time position offers a salary range of $10,106 to $32,441 monthly, commensurate with experience, alongside comprehensive benefits.