EVP, Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement
Job ID: 280509
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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Job Summary
Augusta University is seeking an Executive Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement. This position is responsible for the overall leadership of the university's philanthropic, alumni, and foundation endeavors at Augusta University. This person will lead all frontline fundraising staff in securing philanthropic support to meet the current and future needs of Augusta University. The EVP oversees the Augusta University Foundation and collaborates closely with the Medical College of Georgia Foundation in fulfilling their missions.
The EVP for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement will oversee and provide strategic guidance to key areas including Alumni Affairs, Annual Giving, Corporate Giving, Foundation Giving, Major Giving, Planned Giving, Prospect Research and Management, and Foundation Operations. The EVP's focus will be on fostering a culture that emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and accountability across all these domains.
Responsibilities
-Develop and implement the strategic leadership and bold vision necessary to significantly increase philanthropy toward Augusta University.
-Plan and lead the implementation of annual, capital, comprehensive, and special campaigns aimed at securing resources that advance initiatives outlined in the strategic plan for Augusta University.
-Develop an active portfolio of prospects for the purpose of stewarding and closing major and principal gifts.
-Develop effective development strategies that actively utilize the University President, Executive Leadership, and Deans in the cultivation and solicitation of their respective portfolios of major and principal gift prospects.
-Manage and utilize the time of Foundation Trustees and other university volunteers in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major and principal gift prospects.
-Engage, train, and develop university leaders in proper fundraising techniques and issues.
-Develop and implement a fresh and invigorating comprehensive alumni engagement plan that will result in increased participation and engagement of a broad cross-section of alumni.
-Oversight of the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, which includes Foundation Operations, encompassing 35+ employees.
-Oversight of a budget that supports the personnel and business operations of University Development.
-Recruit, retain, and develop a strong team and healthy culture that relies on mutual respect, constructive feedback, and effective coaching to ensure achievement of individual and team performance metrics.
-Establish key metrics and performance goals for all development teams and staff.
-Facilitate professional growth of staff by accurately assessing learning needs, styles, and barriers to learning and coordinating
opportunities in conjunction with staff while holding everyone accountable to established goals and metrics.
-Oversee prospect research and management efforts to identify, evaluate, and prioritize potential donors.
-Utilize data-driven insights to inform strategies and optimize engagement and fundraising outcomes.
-Serve as a key spokesperson for Augusta University on philanthropic and foundation issues by promoting and communicating the vision of Augusta University.
-Prepare comprehensive reports for the university leadership, board of trustees, and other stakeholders, detailing fundraising and donor performance, funding status, and strategic outcomes.
-Coordinate with campus foundation leadership to effectively manage and prioritize campus fundraising priorities, ensuring campus metrics are achieved.
-Make cultivation and solicitation visits and/or determine and assemble appropriate visitation teams to secure financial support for Foundation projects.
-Provide analysis and reporting on the overall performance of fundraising against goals and strategic plan.
-Ensure accountability and transparency in all activities, maintaining high ethical standards and compliance with institutional policies and regulations.
-The incumbent in this role will play a critical role in leading and achieving the public phase of the capital campaign's goal.
-Oversee the development of campaign materials, messaging, and communication strategies to effectively engage donors and stakeholders.
-Develop and implement strategies to solicit and secure major gifts, leveraging campaign momentum and aligning with institutional priorities.
-Monitor and report on the performance of all fundraising and alumni engagement programs, including campaign progress, providing regular updates to the President, executive leadership team, and other key stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
Ten years of progressive leadership experience in philanthropy, development, or alumni relations, preferably in a research, higher education, or healthcare setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree preferred
- Proven track record in donor cultivation & solicitation of gifts greater than $100,000, with an emphasis on seven-figure gifts & larger.
- Successful experience with the supervision of staff in a complex organization & the management of a multi-faceted program.
- Exceptional leadership & team management skills with a demonstrated ability to mentor & develop staff.
- Knowledge of best practices in philanthropy & alumni engagement, with a commitment to innovation & continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication (written, oral, & listening) & interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships & engage stakeholders.
- Strong strategic planning & analytical skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
- Strong task orientation, initiative, the ability to be a self-starter & to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Personal characteristics associated with successful development professionals, including a vigorous work ethic, sound judgment, impeccable integrity, demonstrated initiative, appropriate professional appearance, attitude, & personality to work effectively with colleagues, senior leadership of the Augusta University, volunteers & constituents.
- Affinity to the overall mission of Augusta University & a deep belief in the vision of the President
Shift/Salary/Benefits
This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.
The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.
Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans
How To Apply
Applicants should be submitted to Chesley Bolick to [email protected] and must include:
-Curriculum vitae/resume
-A letter of interest describing relevant experience and interest in the position
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=280509&PostingSeq=1
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