Vice President for University Advancement

Carnegie Mellon University Vice President for University Advancement PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania Apply Now

Reference # : 2021657 seeks an accomplished, collaborative, and visionary leader to serve as Vice President for University Advancement.

The Vice President for University Advancement will report to the President and will serve on the President's ten-member Executive Management Team.

The Vice President will oversee the division with more than 150 staff members as well as advancement teams that are based in and report to CMU's academic units.

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Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is a private, internationally ranked research university with programs in areas ranging from science, technology, and business to public policy, the humanities, and the arts.

CMU is positioned like never before to meet the challenges of the 21st century. At the intersection of technology and humanity, CMU research, innovation, and creative activity across seven schools and colleges will continue to guide the future as a world-class university.

A member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), CMU ranks No. 24 for national universities in U.S. News & World Report.

This is a global community of 15,000 students hailing from 127 countries, faculty representing 63 countries, and alumni representing 147 countries.

The Vice President for University Advancement will develop and implement a compelling, comprehensive advancement strategy and program capable of meeting the university's philanthropic objectives.

The Vice President will promote the university's mission and preserve its standing as an international leader in higher education and research through a unified vision for advancement that builds upon the success of Make Possible : The Campaign for Carnegie Mellon University, elevates the advancement function, and furthers the goals of the entire university.

As the Vice President for University Advancement you will :

• Oversee CMU's overall advancement efforts, including fundraising, alumni and parent engagement, business engagement, and university events by conceiving of and implementing an overarching strategic advancement plan.
• Collaborate with CMU's academic and administrative leadership to develop philanthropic support that enables CMU to fulfill its potential.
• Foster a culture of philanthropy across the university community and leverage the momentum of Make Possible : The Campaign for Carnegie Mellon University.
• Lead the Division of University Advancement, which includes advancement professionals in CMU's academic units.
• Serve as trusted partner and advisor to President Farnam Jahanian and the administrative and academic leadership.
• Manage a personal portfolio of CMU's top supporters, including trustees, foundations, corporate partners, and other individuals.
• Enhance and extend programs designed to engage CMU's various constituencies, with an emphasis on alumni and parents.

For a full description of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the official job posting.

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