Vice President for Advancement

Vice President for Advancement Job Description Carolina University is seeking a Vice President for Advancement who will be responsible for all aspects of fundraising. The primary responsibility is to raise money by establishing and successfully achieving annual and long-term fundraising goals. Working very closely with the President and senior leadership, the Vice President for Advancement will create, implement and be held accountable for a Development Plan that details how Carolina University identifies funding sources (general fund, major gifts, planned giving, use of Internet, etc.), attracts donors, plans fundraising events, and expands the donor base. This position requires a highly motivated, master professional. This position can build a strong development team from the bottom up. Major areas of responsibility: Strategically utilizes the President in fundraising, especially in the areas of major gifts and planned giving. As such, the Vice President for Advance will be expected to place the President in front of key donors or potential donors on a regular basis. Uses and established network and best practices to introduce the President to a new group of prospects. Effectively communicates the strategic vision of the University to inspire a new set of donors for increased support of CU. Creates new giving programs that engage a new generation of individual, church, alumni and corporate donors. Develops a new list of prospects and donors regarding the value of supporting CU's institutional priorities. Works as a hands-on fundraiser to secure annual donations to support the University and it programs. This includes, but is not limited to, personal solicitations, targeted appeals, grant writing, special events, and planned giving. This job requires getting out of the office and spending time with donors to develop professional relationships and solicit funds. As such, strong relationship building and solicitation skills are important. Cultivates, preserves and strengthens donor relationships and loyalty among alumni, existing donors, board members, volunteers, etc. Builds a new donor base at the major donor level. Conducts targeted and personalized mailings and communications on fundraising initiatives. Serves as t