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Associate Vice Chancellor

Employer
University of Missouri - Columbia
Location
Missouri, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Mar 25, 2022

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Position Type
Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Development & Advancement, Executive, Other Executive
Employment Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full Time
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Associate Vice Chancellor for Development / Associate Vice Chancellor for Donor Engagement

On the heels of the largest, most successful campaign in its history, the University of Missouri – Columbia (MU or Mizzou) seeks two experienced, innovative and collaborative professionals who will serve as key leaders in building a robust and successful Advancement program in the following roles:

 

 

The University of Missouri is a public research university in Columbia, Missouri. It is Missouri’s largest university and the flagship of the four-campus University of Missouri System. Founded in 1839, it was the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It is a member of the Association of American Universities as well as a land-grant and space-grant institution. MU is classified among “R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity.ˮ Employing 2,170 full-time faculty and enrolling 31,401 students, MU offers over 300 degree programs in 12 major academic divisions.

Reporting directly to the Vice Chancellor of Advancement, the AVC for Development will lead 4 direct reports, oversee 75 development professionals and serve as a member of the Vice Chancellor's leadership team. Implementing industry best practices, the AVC will work in a collective, team-driven environment to visualize, advance, implement and direct a broad range of aspects associated with a comprehensive fundraising program including Collegiate and Regional Major Gifts, Corporate and Foundation Relations, Principal Gifts, Planned Giving and Campaign Planning.  The AVC will also maintain a select portfolio of top donors and prospects. The AVC for Development will be an experienced, innovative and donor-centric leader and will elevate the ambitions of the advancement division to the next level. 

Reporting directly to the Vice Chancellor of Advancement, the AVC for Donor Engagement will lead 4 direct reports, oversee 27 team members, and serve as the University of Missouri’s Advancement engagement officer. This professional will be empowered to leverage all aspects of the University to build a robust and creative program of multi-channel engagement to inspire and engage donors at all levels of giving. They will design and implement forward-thinking, innovative, dynamic and donor-relevant programs to recognize and inspire highly engaged and generous donors. Implementing industry best practices, the AVC for Donor Engagement will oversee the strategic management, engagement and communication with donors. The AVC will oversee Donor Relations, Annual Giving and Alumni Membership, Alumni and Donor Communication and Marketing teams, including oversight of engagement with volunteer leaders. The AVC will manage these teams to ensure MU has an outstanding stewardship program including high-impact acknowledgement letters, physical donor recognition and fund and endowment reporting. This individual will be an ambassador for stewardship and donor outreach across the university. 

Applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the Leadership Profile. WittKieffer is assisting the University of Missouri - Columbia in these searches. Review of applications has begun and will continue until the positions are filled.

Applications, nominations and inquiries can be directed to WittKieffer consultants Lisa Meyer and Kati Sweaney at:

 

The University of Missouri is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

 

Company

Mizzou

The University of Missouri was founded in 1839 in Columbia, Mo., as the first public university west of the Mississippi River and the first state university in Thomas Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase territory. MU provides all the benefits of two universities in one — it's a major land-grant institution and Missouri's largest public research university.

Considered one of the nation's top-tier institutions, Mizzou has a reputation of excellence in teaching and research, and is the flagship campus of the four-campus University of Missouri System. It is one of only 34 public universities, and the only public institution in Missouri, to be selected for membership in the Association of American Universities. MU offers more than 280 degree programs — including more than 75 online degree options — and is designated as comprehensive doctoral with medical/veterinary by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Mizzou is recognized nationally and receives top rankings for its programs in many areas, including journalism, dispute resolution, family and community medicine, campus writing program and Freshman Interest Groups. As one of only six public universities in the country with medicine, veterinary medicine and law all on one campus, MU provides Missouri with an educated work force of doctors, veterinarians and lawyers.

At Mizzou, we know how to make an impact—and our work reaches far beyond our campus. When you become part of our community, you’ll be part of our collective effort to teach, to learn and to drive change that results in better lives and brighter futures for the world.

Mizzou Tigers are lifelong learners, and that includes our faculty and staff members. All employees have the opportunity to pursue personal and professional growth and acquire new skills for their own benefit and the benefit of the university.

Our university seeks to support the whole employee, and that includes a competitive compensation and benefits package, support that will help you find work/life balance, a focus on career planning and plenty of opportunities to find and be recognized for your success.

We support an engaged and energized university community through competitive medical, dental and vision insurance as well as diverse programs to support whole-person wellness.

Mizzou empowers employees to make a lasting financial plan with retirement plan options, some of which are accessible to all faculty and staff, no matter their eligibility for other benefits.

Mizzou is a world-renowned educational and research institution, and our first-rate faculty, staff and students are part of something big. If you’re looking for a vibrant community that offers endless opportunities to grow and make a difference throughout our state, the nation and the world, our university may be the place for you. 

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