Assistant Vice President, Development

The Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio, US
Strategic leadership for fundraising
Overseeing multiple college/unit leaders
Coaching chief advancement officers
The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Development will provide strategic leadership for fundraising efforts across multiple colleges and units at The Ohio State University, including key driver areas with annual goals totaling over $150M

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Development will provide strategic leadership for fundraising efforts across multiple colleges and units at The Ohio State University, including key driver areas with annual goals totaling over $150M.
  • This role involves overseeing a broad range of development activities, managing multiple college/unit leaders, and guiding the team in the creation and execution of annual and campaign work plans.
  • Building strong relationships with college deans and academic leaders will be essential to deepening the culture of philanthropy, increasing faculty and staff engagement, and planning for the transition of campaigns.

Matching Summary

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Development will provide strategic leadership for fundraising efforts across multiple colleges and units at The Ohio State University, including key driver areas with annual goals totaling over $150M.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • strategic leadership for fundraising
  • overseeing multiple college/unit leaders
  • coaching Chief Advancement Officers
  • building relationships with academic leaders
  • managing a portfolio of principal gift prospects

Nice-to-have

  • customer service focus
  • collaboration with advancement teams
  • fostering a culture of philanthropy
  • engaging faculty and staff

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
  • Minimum of 14 years of fundraising experience
  • At least 5 years in a leadership role
  • 5 years of experience managing teams

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter