Assoc Vice President of Philanthropy and Engagement

Assoc Vice President of Philanthropy and Engagement

The Associate Vice President for Philanthropy and Engagement provides strategic leadership to a high-performing team of gift officers and alumni and family engagement professionals to advance Bethel University's philanthropic and relational priorities. This role oversees fundraising strategy, including alumni and family engagement, ensuring integration with institutional goals and measurable outcomes. The AVP partners closely with the Vice President of Advancement and the AVP of Advancement Operations to design comprehensive engagement strategies, integrate best practices, and manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors. In addition, the AVP fosters a culture of collaboration across campus, working with faculty, athletics, and key stakeholders to cultivate lifelong relationships with alumni, families, and donors that inspire generosity, volunteering, and advocacy in support of Bethel's mission.