APU seeks employees who desire to contribute to our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is edifying to God and one another.

The Associate Vice President (AVP) for University Advancement has primary responsibility for the strategic leadership of the philanthropic revenue generation activities toward the university's comprehensive fundraising campaign goals. Reporting to the Vice President for University Advancement, the AVP will manage a personal portfolio of major and principal-level donors, while also providing strategic direction, leadership, and oversight to Annual Giving and Donor Relations, Leadership Gifts, Major Gifts, Planned and Estate Gifts, and Foundation and Corporate Relations.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Required Experience

• Minimum of seven to ten years of progressive experience in the fundraising field, with a proven track record of successful solicitations, leading and engaging successful fundraising and prospect development efforts.
• Demonstrated experience in successful solicitation of principal-level current and deferred gifts.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing high-performing fundraising teams.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising strategy, principles, practices, and trends, including major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, and prospect research. 

Primary Duties/Essential Functions

Revenue Generation and Relationship Management:

• • Cultivate relationships with high-capacity donors, foundations, and other key stakeholders to solicit current and deferred major gifts in support of significant philanthropic investments.

Strategic Leadership:

• • Develop and implement a comprehensive, integrated fundraising strategy to maximize revenue generation across all channels.
  • Provide strategic direction and oversight for annual giving, major gifts, leadership-level gifts, planned giving, and corporate and foundation relations.
  • Collaborate with the Vice President and Executive Director to align fundraising priorities with institutional goals and strategic initiatives.
  • Analyze fundraising data and trends, including prospect research and development, to identify opportunities for improvement and growth in pursuit of best practices.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress towards fundraising goals.

Team Management and Development:

• • Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of advancement professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
  • Provide coaching and professional development opportunities to enhance team performance and effectiveness.
  • Recruit, hire, and retain top talent to support the university's fundraising efforts.
  • Ensure effective communication and coordination among advancement team members.

Collaboration and Communication:

• • Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to identify fundraising priorities and opportunities.
  • Represent the university at external events and meetings, promoting APU's mission and fundraising initiatives.
  • Prepare and present regular reports to university leadership on fundraising progress and outcomes, including prospect development metrics.

Skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proven success in comprehensive and capital fundraising campaigns.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.  
• Ability to work under pressure, exuding a mature demeanor while multi-tasking in a deadline-oriented environment with accuracy and consistency. 
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team, as well as an independent contributor. 
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretionary skills in determining when to act independently and when to consult management prior to taking action. 
• Self-starter with a positive attitude.

Mental Demands

• In agreement with the purpose and goals of Azusa Pacific University in providing a Christian-based higher education for its students.

Physical Demands

• Requires repetitive motions and sitting at a computer keyboard.  
• Hearing and speaking on the telephone.  
• Able to conduct business at other offices on campus.  
• Able to lift, bend, grasp, reach, lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally.

Visual Demands

• Reading, writing notes, and computer monitor. 

Environment

• Pleasant office, comfortable temperatures.

Technologies

• Proficient in Google Apps., Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.

Compensation

• Grade 27: $163,909 to $175,000 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, APU offers a competitive benefits package. 

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation. Please click the links to learn more about 'what we believe', our 'mission statement', and our 'statement of faith'.

You can learn more about APU by watching the stories of faculty, staff, and alumni as they carry out our mission here: http://www.apu.edu/stories/

Azusa Pacific University will conduct a background check on all final candidates.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled unless otherwise stated. Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.