Vice Chancellor for Advancement

UNC Charlotte seeks an accomplished, transformative and results-driven leader to serve as its next Vice Chancellor for Advancement. The incumbent will lead the next comprehensive campaign to champion and support the University’s strategic plan, secure the involvement of alumni, students and parents, build the University’s reputation and brand, and strengthen support for the University through philanthropy and other industrial and private-public partnerships.

The incumbent will report to the Chancellor, serving as the chief advancement officer and primary advisor on all matters pertaining to the strategic management and operation of university development, alumni affairs, university communications, and external relations. As a member of the Chancellor’s Cabinet, the incumbent will also serve as a strategic and collaborative partner and resource to other senior leaders. The Vice Chancellor for Advancement leads and oversees all aspects of the Division of University Advancement, including Advancement Operations, Alumni Affairs, Development, External Relations and Partnerships, and University Communications, and University Events. The Vice Chancellor for Advancement also serves as the president of the UNC Charlotte Foundation, working with an appointed 45-member board to enhance the University’s ongoing base of private support. The Foundation advances UNC Charlotte as North Carolina’s urban research university through active engagement, advocacy, fundraising and stewardship.

UNC Charlotte is North Carolina’s urban research university and is located in one of America’s fastest growing and most diverse cities. It leverages its location in the state’s largest and most dynamic city to offer internationally competitive programs of research and creative activity, exemplary undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, and impactful community engagement initiatives. In the 75 years since its founding, UNC Charlotte has experienced tremendous expansion and growth. It is currently the third largest institution within the University of North Carolina System with an enrollment of 29,551 students. It comprises seven academic colleges offering 171 undergraduate majors in 77 programs leading to Bachelor’s degrees, 65 Master’s degrees, 24 Doctoral degrees, and 30 honors programs.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; progressively responsible managerial leadership experience in one of the functions of the University Advancement Division, preferably, but not exclusively, fundraising and development.

Desired Qualifications: The credibility, maturity and sound judgment required to effectively engage and leverage leadership, volunteers and other key constituents in the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of key prospects and donors; demonstrated success in personally cultivating, soliciting and stewarding transformative principal gifts from individual and institutional donors; demonstrated leadership in strategic planning; track record of success in a complex organization and a demonstrated ability to plan, manage and successfully close a comprehensive campaign; experience building upon an existing advancement program, including individual and institutional philanthropy, resulting in a transformative increase in philanthropic revenue for an organization; success increasing the effectiveness of an advancement program and its staff through established objectives and performance standards; proven management skills and experience establishing a culture that is collaborative and goal-oriented and empowers staff through clear communication and delegation and that builds confidence, promotes diversity of thought and celebrates achievement; exemplary written and oral communication skills; a demonstrated commitment to the University’s mission, vision and guiding commitments through past actionable steps; superior interpersonal and listening skills; impeccable attention to detail and follow-through; strong personal integrity, flexibility and work ethic coupled with a grounded approach and perspective; a diplomatic, collaborative demeanor; political savvy to navigate a highly complex public institution, as well as sensitive issues; a sharp eye for operational efficiency and the best use of resources, including a demonstrated understanding of budgets and the ability to manage them; knowledge of Charlotte and/or North Carolina advancement; the personal flexibility to travel and work evenings and weekends as required.

How to Apply: Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting UNC Charlotte in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Confidential inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to Greenwood Asher & Associates. For a full application package, please submit a cover letter, CV, and list of five references. Submission of application materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged. The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.

Please direct inquiries, nominations and application materials to:

Sharon McDade, Search Manager

E-mail: sharonmcdade@greenwoodsearch.com

Ann Bailey, Search Consultant

E-mail: annbailey@greenwoodsearch.com

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and University policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.