Assistant Vice President, Transformational Giving
University of Central Florida
The Opportunity Overview
University of Central Florida is seeking an accomplished and strategic fundraising leader to assume the role of Assistant Vice President, Transformational Giving.
The Assistant Vice President will be charged with the strategic development of a principal gift pipeline and serve as a principal gifts fundraiser. This role will spearhead principal gift fundraising in preparation for a campaign, working collaboratively across the organization with university leadership, deans, and faculty members, as well as facilitating interaction of principal level prospects with the President and other leadership. Additionally, this role will serve as a key strategist, directing the focus of the principal gifts program and coaching colleagues in gift conversations at the principal gift level with the University’s top donors.
The successful candidate will have experience with developing and managing principal gift relationships and a campus-wide pipeline, high emotional intelligence with the keen awareness of when to defer to colleagues and partners across the UCF community, a deeply curious mind, and be successful handling complex gifts with multiple partners. The ability to travel to personally develop relationships and staff leadership as needed is desired.
Minimum requirements for the role are a Bachelor’s or Master’s and 10+ years relevant work experience with 5+ years of leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
About University of Central Florida
University of Central Florida’s commitment to student success, access to opportunity and excellence has attracted some of the world’s brightest talent. UCF earned its reputation and ranking by U.S. News and World Report as one of the most innovative universities in the country. With student success and social mobility outcomes comparable to the world’s top institutions, and several world-class research and academic programs, UCF amplifies the uniqueness, quality of life and economic vitality of Central Florida. With a commitment to accessible learning pathways, UCF reduces achievement gaps among students from all walks of life, revealing the power of education to unleash the potential that exists within each individual.
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.
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Location
Orlando, Florida, home to UCF’s 1,420-acre main campus since 1968, is one of the world's most visitor-friendly cities, thanks to its collection of theme parks, sun-drenched climate and a bustling Downtown area. There are many options for diverse shopping, engaging nightlife and exciting day trips to enjoy pristine nature – from the fascinating wetlands of the Everglades to some of the finest beaches on the Atlantic coast. Locals in Orlando are also famously friendly, which you'll no doubt experience for yourself when out and about in the city.
