Touro University

Private Jewish university in New York, NY

Associate Vice President of Institutional Advancement

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Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$180k - $200k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree is required.
At least 15 years of fundraising experience is required, including significant success closing major gifts of $100,000 and above.
Experience in annual alumni funds across varying educational entities is required.
Demonstrated success leading comprehensive advancement operations is required.
Experience managing fundraising staff, volunteers, and major donor relationships is required.
Strong leadership abilities focused on team development and motivation are required.
Excellent communication skills for engaging internal and external stakeholders are required.
Ability to interact effectively with diverse constituencies, including donors and university leadership, is required.
Strategic thinking with a track record of achieving ambitious goals is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and fundraising database software, specifically Raiser’s Edge, is required.
The role requires extensive computer use and sitting or standing, and the ability to lift up to 5 pounds.
Travel is required as necessary.

Responsibilities

Organize and implement fundraising strategies, including identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts from portfolio lists generated from Raiser’s Edge and other Institutional Advancement research programs.
Manage a portfolio of new prospects and lapsed donors, focusing on gifts of $18,000 and above, with an expectation of at least five one-on-one visits per month.
Assist with further implementation of the Graduway platform and serve as the liaison between Graduway and the schools to integrate it into the alumni program.
Consult and advise Touro Institutional Advancement team members on fundraising activities and provide information needed to set fundraising goals with the university's Institutional Advancement Department using database information.
Collaborate with other professionals to enhance donor and prospect event experiences and coordinate events with major fundraising components, including galas and dinners.
Contribute to developing and implementing a social marketing strategy, including website e-philanthropy and direct mail in schools.
Identify and manage a targeted alumni portfolio database to solicit major gifts through an ongoing program in consultation with the central Institutional Advancement office.
Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing Department to create presentations for major gift donors.
Speak on behalf of the institution at events and other public functions when necessary.
Provide leadership and direction to the Institutional Advancement team and foster a positive, collaborative work environment in consultation with the Vice President of Institutional Advancement.
Develop and manage budgets for fundraising and alumni relations initiatives.
Monitor and evaluate team performance against established goals with the Executive Vice President and Vice President of Institutional Advancement.
Maintain detailed documentation of fundraising strategies and processes.
Conduct prospect and donor research using available search engines and systems, such as the Hatch AI system.
Perform other duties as necessary.

Desired Qualifications

A Master's degree is preferred.
Knowledge of school advancement and alumni affairs is preferred.

Overview

The Associate Vice President of Institutional Advancement (“AVP”) is a seasoned advancement professional tasked with supporting the Executive Vice President, and the Vice President of Institutional advancement in leading a comprehensive fundraising and alumni relations strategy. The AVP will collaborate closely with the Executive Vice President and Vice President of Institutional Advancement, providing leadership and expertise to ensure the success of fundraising initiatives and alumni engagement efforts. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President and the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, the AVP will play a pivotal role in cultivating a culture of philanthropy within the university community.

Responsibilities

The AVP's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Development

Organize and implement fundraising strategies, including identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts from a portfolio list generated from Raiser’s Edge and other research programs used by Institutional Advancement (IA).
Manage a portfolio of new prospects and lapsed donors, focusing on gifts of $18,000 and above, with an expectation of a minimum of five one-on-one visits per month.
Assist with further implementation of the Graduway platform and serve as the liaison between Graduway and the schools, easing its implementation into the alumni program.
Consult and advise on all fundraising activities with Touro IA team members. Provide the information necessary to set fundraising goals in conjunction with the Touro University's Institutional Advancement Department using information from our Database.
Collaborate closely with other professionals to enhance the event experience for donors and prospects, playing a pivotal role in the coordination of individual events with a major fundraising component (Galas, Dinners, etc.).
Contribute significantly to the development and implementation of a social marketing strategy, including website e-philanthropy and direct mail in schools.

Alumni Affairs

Identify and manage a targeted portfolio database of alumni with the aim of soliciting major gifts through an ongoing program in consultation with the central IA office.

Communications

Collaborate closely with the Communications and Marketing Department to create necessary presentations for major gift donors.
Speak on behalf of the institution at events, or other public functions when necessary.

Administration

Provide leadership and direction to the Institutional Advancement team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment in consultation with the VP/IA.
Take a leading role in developing and managing budgets for fundraising and alumni relations initiatives.
Monitor and evaluate team performance against established goals with the EVP and VP .
Maintain detailed documentation of fundraising strategies and processes.
Conduct prospect and donor research using any and all available search engines or systems such as Hatch ai system
Perform other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Education, Preparation, and Training

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 15 years of experience in fundraising having significant successes in closing major gifts of $100,000 and above.
Experience in Annual Alumni Fund of varying educational entities.
Demonstrated success in leading comprehensive advancement operations.
Experience managing fundraising staff, volunteers, and major donor relationships.
Knowledge of school advancement and alumni affairs preferred.

Skills

Strong leadership abilities with a focus on team development and motivation.
Excellent communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to interact effectively with diverse constituencies, including donors and university leadership.
Strategic thinker with a track record of achieving ambitious goals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and fundraising database software specifically Raiser’s Edge.

Physical Demands

Extensive computer use and sitting/standing required.
Ability to lift up to 5 lbs.

Travel

Travel required as necessary.

Maximum Salary

USD $200,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $180,000.00/Yr.

About the Company

Touro University

Private Jewish university in New York, NY

Touro University is a private, nonprofit institution in New York with undergraduate, graduate and professional education rooted in Jewish scholarship and service to the wider community. Its schools teach liberal arts, business, technology, education, law and Jewish studies, alongside medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and other health professions. The Lander Colleges accommodate Jewish religious commitments, while other divisions serve a broader mix of learners and its network includes affiliated medical schools in other states. Academic programs combine classroom learning with research, clinical training and professional practice. Chartered in 1970, Touro opened to students in 1971 and has its headquarters in New York, New York.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
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Headquarters: New York, NY
Founded: 1971

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