Associate Vice President for Strategic Philanthropic Initiatives and Principal Gifts
Carnegie Mellon University - Pittsburgh, PA
Carnegie Mellon University seeks an Associate Vice President for Strategic Philanthropic Initiatives and Principal Gifts. The Associate Vice President for Strategic Philanthropic Initiatives and Principal Gifts will provide strategic leadership for fundraising efforts focused on CMU’s highest priority initiatives and will work closely with university leadership across the institution. The Associate Vice President will bring expertise in big idea strategy development across a complex, matrixed organization and will be responsible for fostering ideas and proposals that inspire transformational philanthropic partnerships in support of CMU’s mission. The Associate Vice President will be responsible for the discovery, development, and management of a personal portfolio of high-net-worth individuals capable of making seven-figure philanthropic contributions or greater and will be a key partner with gift officers on leadership and principal gift strategy development. The Associate Vice President will drive high-impact stewardship for the institution’s top donors that enhances connection, builds a sense of community amongst philanthropists, and inspires continued support and investment.
Carnegie Mellon University 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. More than 15,000 students in CMU's seven schools and colleges benefit from a small student-to-faculty ratio and an education characterized by its focus on creating and implementing solutions for real problems, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation. Carnegie Mellon is positioned like never before to meet the challenges of the 21st century. At the intersection of technology and humanity, CMU’s research, innovation, and creativity will continue to guide the future as a world-class university. A member of the Association of American Universities, CMU generates more than $400 million in research annually and ranks No. 21 among national universities in U.S. News & World Report, with the undergraduate computer science program ranking No. 2 and graduate No. 1, undergraduate engineering ranking No. 8, and undergraduate business ranking No. 6.
"This is a tremendous opportunity for a leader looking to both manage a principal gift portfolio and give shape to the future of strategic initiatives and transformational gifts at a major research university. You would join a team of ambitious, collaborative, and collegial individuals who are dedicated to CMU’s mission and driven by excellence. I look forward to learning more about your experience and sharing the incredible ways you can have an impact on CMU." — Pam Eager, Senior Associate Vice President for University Advancement
For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.
Carnegie Mellon University 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. More than 15,000 students in CMU's seven schools and colleges benefit from a small student-to-faculty ratio and an education characterized by its focus on creating and implementing solutions for real problems, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation. Carnegie Mellon is positioned like never before to meet the challenges of the 21st century. At the intersection of technology and humanity, CMU’s research, innovation, and creativity will continue to guide the future as a world-class university. A member of the Association of American Universities, CMU generates more than $400 million in research annually and ranks No. 21 among national universities in U.S. News & World Report, with the undergraduate computer science program ranking No. 2 and graduate No. 1, undergraduate engineering ranking No. 8, and undergraduate business ranking No. 6.
"This is a tremendous opportunity for a leader looking to both manage a principal gift portfolio and give shape to the future of strategic initiatives and transformational gifts at a major research university. You would join a team of ambitious, collaborative, and collegial individuals who are dedicated to CMU’s mission and driven by excellence. I look forward to learning more about your experience and sharing the incredible ways you can have an impact on CMU." — Pam Eager, Senior Associate Vice President for University Advancement
For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.