Assistant Vice Chancellor of Development for Health Affairs

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University Development's purpose is to support the mission of the university by raising private resources to enhance financial support for students, faculty, programs, and facilities. University Development provides leadership and centralized services to all development offices throughout the University, serving as a focal point for annual giving, application development and IT support; campaign management; constituent programs; corporate and foundation relations; donor relations; gift planning; gift services; industry relations; marketing/communications; parents giving; principal gifts; prospect management, research and analytics; regional programs; scholarships and student aid; talent management; university events; and volunteer engagement.

Carolina Development is proud of its donor-centered philosophy, pursuing activities that always respect the interests and intentions of the donor as well as the University. The organization's collaborative nature is a critical component to fulfilling our mission of raising private funds to benefit the university.

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ( UNC) seeks a strategic, collaborative, and aspirational fundraising professional to serve as the Assistant Vice Chancellor ( AVC) of Development for Health Affairs. Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Schools and Units, the AVC manages and collaborates closely with the Chief Development Officers within the areas of Health Affairs, establishing strategic direction and goals for capital campaigns. This will include fundraising and donor development, alumni engagement, stewardship, brand building and impact reporting.

The AVC will work with key constituents, as well as other leadership, the School's development team, and university development office colleagues to secure philanthropic funding to further the School's mission.

This role requires a collaborative, strategic, and entrepreneurial mindset to lead fundraising efforts and cultivate relationships with new and existing prospects. The AVC will manage a personal portfolio of major and principal gift prospects, engaging with prominent alumni and other potential funders to secure significant contributions.

An earned terminal degree, record of exceptional leadership success, and evidence of scholarly, professional, or creative achievement is required.

A demonstrated record of significant leadership and fundraising accomplishments.

Minimum of 8-10 years of successful fundraising experience. Preference for direct experience soliciting major gifts. Preference for capital campaign experience; management experience in a complex work environment.

We welcome online applications only. If you have questions or would like more information about the position, please contact: lisa_waldeck@unc.edu

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.