Vice Chancellor For Institutional Advancement

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
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Six and seven-figure major gift closing
Multi-year strategic fundraising plan development
Managing high-performing advancement teams
** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement to lead its fundraising and alumni engagement efforts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education advancement, particularly in securing major gifts and developing strategic fundraising initiatives. **

Job Summary

  • The Vice Chancellor serves as the university's chief fundraising officer and a member of the Chancellor's Executive Cabinet, reporting directly to the Chancellor.
  • This role offers a unique opportunity to transform the institutional culture and significantly grow operational revenue by building upon a sustained philanthropic growth rate exceeding 25% annually.
  • The successful candidate will lead efforts to cultivate individual, corporate, and foundation support while partnering with internal stakeholders to align philanthropic strategy with institutional priorities outlined in Preeminence 2030.

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** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement to lead its fundraising and alumni engagement efforts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education advancement, particularly in securing major gifts and developing strategic fundraising initiatives. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Six and seven-figure major gift closing
  • Multi-year strategic fundraising plan development
  • Managing high-performing advancement teams
  • Donor cultivation and solicitation leadership
  • Campaign infrastructure and execution experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with HBCU mission and legacy
  • Knowledge of AI-enhanced donor platforms
  • Background in public land-grant institutions
  • Proven track record in capital campaigns
  • Commitment to expanding access through philanthropy

Key Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree from regionally accredited institution
  • Minimum five years of progressive advancement leadership experience
  • Demonstrated record of securing six- and seven-figure major gifts
  • Experience managing fundraising teams and cross-functional operations
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Not specified

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