Assistant Vice President, University Development

Penn State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
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Major gift fundraising experience
Staff management and mentorship
Strategic fundraising planning
** Penn State University is seeking an Assistant Vice President for University Development to lead major gift fundraising efforts and contribute to the university's strategic fundraising goals. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in higher education fundraising, staff management, and leadership. **

Job Summary

  • Serve on the OUD leadership team and provide strategic leadership to unit fundraising teams.
  • Identify, cultivate, and solicit major and principal gifts on behalf of the University.
  • Contribute to overall OUD and University fundraising goals by serving as a team leader and coach.

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Match Score: 75

** Penn State University is seeking an Assistant Vice President for University Development to lead major gift fundraising efforts and contribute to the university's strategic fundraising goals. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in higher education fundraising, staff management, and leadership. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift fundraising experience
  • Staff management and mentorship
  • Strategic fundraising planning
  • Donor cultivation and solicitation
  • Higher education leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative leadership approach
  • Sensitivity to high-net worth audiences
  • Passion for higher education
  • Commitment to professional development

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or higher
  • 12+ years of major gifts and related experience
  • Proven track record in staff management
  • Valid driver's license

Work Rights

Not specified

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