Job No. 155822
- Job Title:
- Associate Vice President for Development, University Advancement (2853)
- Employer:
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Idaho State University
- Location:
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Pocatello , ID
- Posting Date:
- 08-Jul-2025
- Description:
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Job Description
Idaho State University invites applicants for the position of Associate Vice President for Development within University Advancement. Reporting directly to the Vice President for University Advancement and serving as a member of the Advancement executive leadership team, the Associate Vice President for Development (AVP) will provide strategic leadership, vision and oversight for the university's major gifts program, including college-based and central fundraising operations to include estate and gift planning and corporate and foundation giving.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation, and assessment of annual and long-term fundraising strategies focused on major gifts in support of Idaho State University's strategic goals and campaign priorities.
Oversee and support the performance and professional development of college-based and central development officers, ensuring effective goal-setting, accountability, and collaboration with academic leadership.
Serve as a strategic advisor to development officers on major gift cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and portfolio management best practices.
Partner with academic deans, directors, and campus leaders to develop fundraising priorities, cultivate donor relationships, and facilitate meaningful philanthropic engagement.
Manage a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects with a focus on securing six and seven-figure commitments.
Provide strategic counsel on donor communications, proposals, and stewardship efforts to ensure alignment with institutional messaging and donor intent.
Collaborate with colleagues in Advancement to integrate annual giving, stewardship, alumni engagement, and communications into major gift fundraising strategies.
Lead training programs for academic and administrative partners on fundraising fundamentals and donor engagement.
Monitor and report on major gift fundraising performance, pipeline development, and campaign progress to internal and external stakeholders.
Support the recruitment, on-boarding and retention of high-performing development professionals.
Ensure compliance with university and ISU Foundation policies, as well as responsible budget and resource management.
Serve as a contributing member of the Advancement executive team, participating in strategic planning, change management, and cross-functional initiatives to advance the university's mission.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as a nonprofit management, communications, public administration, business, or higher education
At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in major gift fundraising, preferable in higher education or a nonprofit organization
At least five (5) years of leadership experience managing development professionals or fundraising teams, with demonstrated success in performance management and staff development
Proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts of $100,000+
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a relevant field
Experience working within academic fundraising environments
Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships with academic and administrative leadership
Familiarity with donor database systems and advancement analytics
Strong interpersonal, writing, and public speaking skills
- Contact information:
- Idaho State University
- Pocatello, ID 83209
- United States
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