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Valparaiso University Looking for Assistant Vice President for Development Full Time
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Valparaiso University is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Vice President for Development to join our senior leadership team.
Reporting directly to the Vice President for Advancement, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing planned giving,
principal giving, major gifts, annual giving, and stewardship.
This role is essential to the overall performance of the advancement
division, and we are looking for a dedicated professional who can effectively manage and grow our fundraising initiatives, including the
oversight of an upcoming comprehensive campaign.
Major Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement
comprehensive fundraising strategies, including planned giving, principal giving, major gifts, annual giving, and stewardship. - Lead
and manage the upcoming comprehensive campaign, ensuring its success and alignment with the university’s strategic goals. - Cultivate
and maintain relationships with donors and potential donors, ensuring their engagement and commitment to the university. - Oversee
the development team, providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure the achievement of fundraising goals. - Collaborate with
university leadership to identify funding needs and opportunities. - Develop and manage the development department’s budget, ensuring
efficient use of resources. - Monitor and report on fundraising activities and progress, providing regular updates to the Vice
President for Advancement and the senior leadership team. - Serve as a thought partner with the Vice President for Advancement in
developing goals and strategies for development and the Advancement team. - Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
related to fundraising and non-profit management. - Represent the university at various events, meetings, and conferences, promoting
our mission and fundraising initiatives.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree
required, advanced degree preferred. - Minimum of 7 years of experience in fundraising, with a proven track record of success in
higher education. - Experience in leading and managing comprehensive campaigns.
- Strong leadership skills, with experience
managing a team. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide
range of stakeholders. - Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of fundraising laws and
regulations. - Ability to travel as needed.
- Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity and
the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds.
All offers of employment with Valparaiso University
are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports,
prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, background checks will also include
credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.
To be considered for this
position you must upload:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- List of 3 professional references
- Answer all
the application questions
Please address cover letter to:
Marie Foster-Bruns, Vice President for
Advancement
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana 46383
It is the policy of Valparaiso University that no person shall on the grounds of race, color, age, sex,
gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, religion,
1 national and ethnic
origin, veteran status, or genetic information be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits
of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any educational program or activity of the
University. To that end, and in compliance with federal and state laws, the University prohibits any
member of the faculty, staff, administration, student body, or visitors to campus, whether they are
guests, patrons, independent contractors, or clients, from discriminating against any other such person
or member of the University community in violation of this Policy. A person may also file a complaint of
discrimination with the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights regarding an
alleged violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
or Age Discrimination Act of 1975, by visiting www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html,
or calling 1-800-421-3481. The U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights is also located at:
Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC
20202-1100.