Vice Chancellor For Institutional Advancement

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified (assumed to be on-site due to the nature of the role).
Six and seven-figure major gift closing
Multi-year strategic fundraising plan development
Leadership of advancement teams and operations
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement to lead its fundraising efforts and strengthen alumni engagement. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in advancement leadership, particularly within higher education, and will be tasked with implementing strategic fundraising initiatives to enhance the university's operational revenue

Job Summary

  • The Vice Chancellor serves as the chief fundraising officer responsible for transforming the institutional culture and significantly growing operational revenue.
  • This role requires personally managing high-capacity prospects while overseeing all aspects of the giving pipeline including annual giving, major gifts, and planned giving.
  • The successful candidate will lead efforts to align philanthropic strategy with the university's Preeminence 2030 initiative to advance national preeminence and R2 designation.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement to lead its fundraising efforts and strengthen alumni engagement. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in advancement leadership, particularly within higher education, and will be tasked with implementing strategic fundraising initiatives to enhance the university's operational revenue.

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
  • Leadership of advancement teams and operations
  • Donor cultivation and stewardship execution
  • Alignment with institutional strategic priorities

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with HBCU mission and legacy
  • Knowledge of AI-enhanced donor platforms
  • Background in capital campaign infrastructure
  • Understanding of public land-grant institutions
  • Proven track record in student success metrics

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
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

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

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter