Strategic AVP, Advancement Ops & Data

RUF Careers Page; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive dental and vision insurance

403(b) plan with employer contribution

Three weeks of vacation, wellness days, and sick days

Job summary

The Rutgers University Foundation is seeking an Assistant Vice President to operationalize initiatives aimed at enhancing fundraising effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have a strong strategic leadership background, capable of improving organizational efficiency and leading cross-functional teams. This hybrid role requires collaboration with both Foundation and University leadership to advance the strategic use of data and technology.

With a minimum of 10 years of experience in advancement services or similar fields, applicants should demonstrate expertise in data governance, operations, and systems management. Inclusive benefits include comprehensive dental and vision insurance, a 403(b) plan with employer matching, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to strengthen operational effectiveness.
• Experience leading enterprise-wide operational initiatives.
• Strong understanding of fundraising operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance enterprise-wide shared service functions.
• Provide strategic oversight for data analytics and systems governance.
• Partner with leadership to improve organizational efficiency.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Data governance

Organizational change management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

10 years of experience in relevant fields

Tools

CRM systems

Salesforce

Job description

The Rutgers University Foundation is seeking an Assistant Vice President to operationalize initiatives aimed at enhancing fundraising effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have a strong strategic leadership background, capable of improving organizational efficiency and leading cross-functional teams. This hybrid role requires collaboration with both Foundation and University leadership to advance the strategic use of data and technology.

With a minimum of 10 years of experience in advancement services or similar fields, applicants should demonstrate expertise in data governance, operations, and systems management. Inclusive benefits include comprehensive dental and vision insurance, a 403(b) plan with employer matching, and generous paid time off.