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 record
Multi-year strategic fundraising plan development
Experience managing fundraising teams and operations
** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement to lead its fundraising efforts, focusing on enhancing operational revenue and alumni engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advancement leadership, particularly in higher education, and will be responsible for developing strategic fundraising plans and managing donor relations. **

Job Summary

  • The Vice Chancellor serves as the university's chief fundraising officer and senior advancement strategist reporting directly to the Chancellor.
  • This role requires a leader capable of transforming institutional culture and significantly growing operational revenue based on a sustained 25% annual growth rate.
  • The position involves leading efforts to cultivate individual, corporate, and foundation support while aligning philanthropic strategy with the Preeminence 2030 initiative.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement to lead its fundraising efforts, focusing on enhancing operational revenue and alumni engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advancement leadership, particularly in higher education, and will be responsible for developing strategic fundraising plans and managing donor relations. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Six and seven-figure major gift closing record
  • Multi-year strategic fundraising plan development
  • Experience managing fundraising teams and operations
  • Donor cultivation and stewardship leadership
  • Campaign infrastructure and readiness building

Nice-to-have

  • Understanding of HBCU mission and legacy
  • Experience with public land-grant institutions
  • AI-enhanced platform and data analytics usage
  • Multi-million-dollar capital campaign leadership
  • Commitment to expanding access through philanthropy

Key Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree from regionally accredited institution
  • Minimum five years of progressive advancement leadership experience
  • Proven track record 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

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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