Vice President for Advancement

Oberlin College & Conservatory; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Oberlin College & Conservatory is seeking an experienced and strategic fundraising leader to serve as Vice President for Advancement. This senior role will guide a major fundraising campaign and engage a broad community of faculty, staff, students, alumni, and senior administrators.

The successful candidate will launch, manage, and complete ambitious campaigns, identify and recruit trustees, and lead the Advancement team to exceed fundraising goals, while upholding Oberlin’s commitment to

Job description

The client is seeking an experienced and strategic fundraising professional to serve as the next Vice President for Advancement. This leadership role will support the client at a pivotal time as it prepares for a major fundraising campaign and approaches a significant institutional milestone. The Vice President for Advancement will join a dedicated Advancement team and is expected to provide imaginative and organized leadership, articulate an overarching strategy, and engage a broad community including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and senior administrators.

The successful candidate will be responsible for launching, maintaining, and completing ambitious fundraising campaigns, helping to identify and recruit effective trustees, and leading the Advancement team to achieve and exceed fundraising goals. The role requires a deep appreciation for academic and artistic excellence, as well as the ability to foster engagement across the institution. The Vice President for Advancement will play a key role in supporting the client's mission and ongoing initiatives through philanthropy and community involvement.

Ideal candidates will bring expertise in major and principal gifts, a proven track record in campaign execution, and a collaborative leadership style. The position calls for an individual who can connect authentically with the client's mission and values, and who is prepared to contribute to the continued growth and innovation of the institution. Additional information regarding core competencies and qualifications may be available in the full prospectus.