Vice President Of Institutional Advancement / Fundraising

VICE PRESIDENT FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT / FUNDRAISING - Mexico, MO

Job Duties -

• Create the vision for and lead all development (fundraising) and marketing planning.
• Lead and manage a diverse advancement/development/marketing team
• Plan and execute on and off-campus events
• Plan, advertise, and execute the annual fund campaign, Maroon & Gold Gala, Homecoming and other alumni events, family weekends, fundraising campaigns, and in time, a major capital campaign.
• Serve as the president’s liaison with the Board of Trustees Development Committee.
• Serve as the president’s chief fundraiser

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in a leadership role in fundraising, alumni/parent affairs, event planning, grant writing, and use of relevant software
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and closing foundation and individual gifts
• Experience in planning, organizing, executing, and supervising fundraising campaigns
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Familiarity with marketing, social media, and innovations with fundraising software programs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS -

• Master’s degree
• Three or more years of experience working with boards, major donors, foundation leaders, alumni associations, and parents in philanthropic endeavors
• Superior leadership ability and communication skills to include presenting/public speaking, grant writing, and hosting events
• Experience with large event planning and execution
• Knowledge and experience with Donor Perfect and Wealth Engine production and analysis

**PLEASE APPLY TO BE CONSIDERED**