Associate Vice President for Development and Director of Sesquicentennial Campaign Job Location 9 Court Square, Winchester, Virginia. Tracking Code 2298-306 Shenandoah University’s Office of Advancement is accepting applications for an Associate Vice President for Development and Director of Sesquicentennial Campaign. This is a full-time benefited position located in Winchester, Virginia. The Associate Vice President for Development serves as the team leader for the professional fundraising staf... more details
Associate Vice President for Development and Director of Sesquicentennial Campaign
Job Location
9 Court Square, Winchester, Virginia
Tracking Code
2298-306
Shenandoah University’s Office of Advancement is accepting applications for an Associate Vice President for Development and Director of Sesquicentennial Campaign. This is a full-time benefited position located in Winchester, Virginia.
The Associate Vice President for Development serves as the team leader for the professional fundraising staff and campaign-related activities associated with the university’s Sesquicentennial to be celebrated in 2025.
The Associate Vice President for Development and Director of Sesquicentennial Campaigns reports directly to the Senior Vice President. This position will be a member of the University Cabinet.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and execute strategies for various capital, endowment and annual campaigns that define the University’s Sesquicentennial Campaign.
Provide leadership for the Major Gifts (including planned gifts) program currently defined as gifts of $50,000 minimum. Will spend a minimum of 40% of time managing a major gift portfolio and making personal calls.
Coordinate strategy for the integration of annual giving campaigns, inclusive of personal solicitations, direct mail solicitations and social media marketing.
Oversee donor stewardship efforts
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required; Masters degree preferred from a recognized college or university.
Minimum of five years relevant management experience with a proven track record of fundraising experience preferably during a capital campaign.
Candidate must be a proven leader and strategic thinker with vision and a demonstrated commitment to Shenandoah’s mission.
Excellent leader and team builder with top-notch planning and organizational skills is a must.
Experience in higher education leading employees and managing budgets is preferred.
Required Experience
How to Apply:
The complete application will include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.
Shenandoah University is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff. All candidates are strongly encouraged to include a statement in their cover letters addressing ways in which they may be able to contribute to that commitment.
**Note: A pre-employment background check and a satisfactory driving record will be required as a condition of hire.
Shenandoah University values the unique and diverse perspectives of individuals and communities locally and globally and seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.
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