Vice President of Institutional Advancement (Wilberforce)

Vice President of Institutional Advancement

About the Company

Established private university

Industry

Higher Education

Type

Educational Institution

Founded

1856

Employees

51-200

Categories

• Education
• Wilberforce University
• Higher Education

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Institutional Advancement, also known as a Chief Development Officer, to join its senior leadership team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing executive leadership in all development, fundraising, and institutional advancement activities. This includes overseeing major gifts, gift planning, foundation and corporate relations, annual giving, communications, marketing, and alumni relations. The role is pivotal in working with the President to develop a strategic institutional narrative and advancement plan that aligns with the company's mission and secures its future as a center of intellectual achievement and faith-centered higher learning.

Applicants for the Vice President for Institutional Advancement position at the company should have a deep commitment to the mission of historically black colleges and universities. The role requires a strategic and collaborative leader with a proven track record in fundraising, philanthropic partnerships, campaign development, and major gift cultivation. The ideal candidate will be adept at fostering relationships and will be expected to work closely with the President to ensure the company's continued success and growth. A strong educational background and experience in a similar leadership role are essential, as is the ability to inspire and engage others in support of the company's goals.

Hiring Manager Title

President

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions