Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement

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The Vice Chancellor directs a thoughtful, appropriate and differentiated communications plan that engages diverse audiences with the University and produces measurable results and visibility for the University. The Vice Chancellor also develops and implements effective strategies to connect with the University's alumni and strengthen their engagement with the University. The Office of Institutional Advancement, spans all aspects of advancement, including major gifts, planned and annual giving, alumni relations, corporation and foundation relations and advancement services. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the University and alongside associate entities with natural connections to the office including but not limited to the NCCU Foundation and NCCU Alumni Association, Inc., the office continues to strengthen the University's engagement with alumni, enhance communications with all constituents, and create a strong culture of philanthropy among alumni and friends.

The Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement provides strong, creative and strategic leadership for all University fundraising efforts and serves as chief fundraising officer. The Vice Chancellor is responsible for the development, implementation and overall success of the University's comprehensive advancement program consistent with the University's strategic plan. The Vice Chancellor serves as a member of the Chancellor's senior leadership team and is a member of the Cabinet. Working with the Chancellor and the Executive Leadership Team, this individual develops and implements a comprehensive plan to expand the University's fundraising efforts through annual giving, major gifts, leadership gifts, planned giving, and foundation and corporate grants. The Vice Chancellor personally cultivates, solicits, and stewards high net worth individuals, works directly with the associated entities (i.e./ NCCU Foundation and NCCU Alumni Association, Inc) and staff as a means of coordinating fundraising efforts, unlocking opportunities for greater advocacy and yield in alignment with the strategic priorities set for the University. The Vice Chancellor is also responsible for development of robust alumni relations, constituent relations, and prospect research.

Strong results orientation and a proven track record in setting and achieving ambitious goals.Ability to be a strategic partner with the Chancellor, volunteer leadership, and senior management, as well as convey an appreciation for and commitment to NCCU's mission and communicate it effectively.A genuine appreciation for philanthropy in all of its forms; Proven success building relationships with multiple, diverse constituencies.

A bachelor's degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred. Significant and progressively responsible development experience, including familiarity with all areas of fundraising including annual giving, major gifts, planned gifts, corporate and foundation giving, capital campaigns, alumni relations and events. Significant experience linking donor interests to institutional priorities and the ability to link university-wide issues with opportunities for fundraising. Must be a strong manager with experience to build, manage and motivate an engaged and collaborative advancement team.

Must have the experience and ability to assess an institution's fundraising efficacy and move it to the next level of proficiency and impact.

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Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University ( NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Provides vision and leadership in creating Advancement's strategic direction and managing implementation of plans and programs that enhance fund raising efforts. Develops and implements new strategies to connect with constituencies and strengthen their commitment to the University. Works closely with the Chancellor, associated entities including but not limited to (the NCCU Foundation and NCCU Alumni Association, Inc.), senior leadership, faculty, and UNC System Advancement shared services to build and strengthen the Office of Institutional Advancement and serves as a key strategist for the University through service on the Chancellor's Cabinet and various other committees. Personally, solicits high net worth prospects and develops effective strategy to encourage their giving. Directs the cultivation and solicitation and stewardship of donors.

Enhances leadership giving efforts by introducing a structured approach to identify and cultivate prospects, solicit prospects and follow-up with current donors. Represents the University with various audiences, including alumni and friends, volunteer leadership, foundation and business leaders, potential major donors and others as identified. Oversees the administration of the office including the hiring and evaluating of staff and mentoring of staff to build an effective and stable team. Leads and develops a highly effective team of staff members who achieve significant and individually quantifiable goals. Creates a tracking system to measure both individual and overall performance. Oversees the development and management of the Advancement Office budget and administrative operations.

Ensure that all systems and processes, from prospect research to solicitation to gift acceptances and processing, maximize available intelligence via reporting and follow sound budgetary, legal and accountability practices. Ensure ongoing review of policies procedures, and practices in alignment with industry standards.

For full consideration, all materials should be received by June 26th. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer's candidate portal. The position will remain open until an appointment is made.

Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Mercedes Chacon Vance and Jevon Walton at NCCU-VCIA@wittkieffer.com.