Vice President of Advancement

Vice President of AdvancementAt The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh, we've built our legacy on being amazing. After more than a century of the highest quality care and service to children and their families, we're forever proud of our team members who don't just make a career here – they make a difference.Location: 1405 Shady Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Schedule: Monday through Friday, Full Time, OnsiteThe Vice President of Advancement (VPA) provides enterprise-wide executive leadership for institutional advancement, serving as a strategic growth and relationship-building leader responsible for expanding philanthropic resources, strengthening external partnerships, and aligning advancement priorities with CI's strategic plan. The VPA develops and leads a comprehensive, data-informed strategy encompassing transformational philanthropy, major and principal gifts, planned giving, campaigns, institutional funding, external relations, and advancement operations to accelerate mission impact and long-term sustainability.Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following strategic areas:Strategic Fundraising & Revenue GrowthDonor Portfolio, Pipeline & StewardshipExternal Relations & AdvocacyBoard & Governance EngagementTeam Leadership, Systems & Performance OversightQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Non-Profit Management, Communications, or a related field (required). Master's degree (e.g., MBA, MPA, MS-Nonprofit Leadership) and/or CFRE or comparable fundraising certification (preferred).Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in fundraising and advancement leadership.Minimum 5 years of experience leading senior-level teams.Demonstrated success securing major and principal gifts and managing complex campaigns.Strong experience in pipeline development, portfolio management, and data-driven decision-making.Experience partnering with boards and collaborating across organizational functions.Excellent relationship-building and communication skills; commitment to donor-centered fundraising, an inclusive workplace, and the organization's mission.Clearances Required: Act 73 FBI, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, and Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance, Must maintain Valid Pennsylvania driver's license Access to a reliable vehicle and active automobile insurance.Benefits Summary:Medical and Prescription insurance-Choice of two health plans and networksDental and Vision-Free coverage for team members.Paid Time Off (PTO) and HolidaysMedical, Bereavement, Educational, & Personal LeavesParental leave (birth & adoption) paid-6 weeks403b Retirement Plan – pre-tax & Roth options; employer match after 1 yearStudent Loan Refinancing ProgramPublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program – CI qualifies as non-profitEducation Assistance/Tuition ReimbursementProfessional Development/CEU'sLife and Short- & Long-Term Disability insuranceCredit UnionTeam Member Recognition EventsReferral bonusCPR-employer paidTravel mileage reimbursement at federal rateAre you looking for a position where you can make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families? Are you ready to brighten the future of Amazing Children? We want to hear from you! The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We serve a diverse population of children and families, and we want our workforce to reflect that same diversity. We want all interested individuals to feel welcome in applying for a career at our amazing place – we can't wait to meet you!