Assistant Vice President for Development

Job Summary The Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Development provides strategic leadership for key centralized fundraising functions, including Gift Planning, Corporate and Foundation Relations, regional major gift officers, and Athletics fundraising. The AVP reports to the Vice President for University Advancement and serves as the fundraising lead for priorities that are not aligned with specific schools or colleges. Responsibilities Lead strategic development of fundraising activities aligned with university priorities and campaign goals. Develop and implement coordinated fundraising strategies to secure philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Manage and coach teams responsible for Gift Planning, Corporate and Foundation Relations, regional major gift fundraising, and Athletics fundraising. Foster a high‑performing, collaborative team culture focused on prospect management, cross‑functional coordination, and measurable outcomes. Expand the university’s pipeline of major and principal gift prospects and actively manage a portfolio of high‑capacity donors. Lead cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies in partnership with university leadership. Establish and monitor key performance indicators related to fundraising activity, pipeline growth, and revenue outcomes. Collaborate with advancement colleagues across the division to ensure coordinated donor strategies and effective stewardship. Serve as the fundraising lead for non‑school and college‑based priorities, partnering with administrators to advance key institutional initiatives. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in higher education fundraising or a related field, with demonstrated success securing six‑ and seven‑figure commitments. Proven ability to manage a portfolio of high‑capacity prospects and donors, with experience developing and executing effective cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies. Experience leading and managing frontline fundraising teams, setting goals, coaching, and driving results. Experience partnering with deans, academic leaders, and senior administrators to advance institutional priorities. Strong strategic, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to use data to inform decision‑making. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage, influence, and build relationships with a wide range of constituents. Ability to work collaboratively across advancement functions to support integrated fundraising and campaign success. #J-18808-Ljbffr Loyola University Chicago