VP of Advancement

Position Title: Vice President of Institutional Advancement: Inspirational Philanthropy &
Relationship Building Full time, on-site
Job Overview:
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for inspirational philanthropy, integrity-driven
relationship building, and fostering excellence in advancement? Join our distinguished
executive team as the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, where you will play a
pivotal role in driving transformative philanthropic support, building lasting
relationships, and championing a culture of high performance and integrity.
Similar to sales and business development, the VP builds and monitors goals, metrics,
and accountability for themselves and the division. Individuals who have a growth
mindset, develop rapport easily with others and are empathetic and active listeners will
be most successful in this role.The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about the
way the University changes lives and share that impact with funders, alumni, and others.
The Vice President will have the ability to move individuals and organizations through
an investment pipeline with an understanding that while funding is the primary
investment, cultivating other resources is valuable. A background in business
development in higher education or other industries is required for this role. If you are
ready to elevate alumni engagement, inspire greatness, and collaborate with
outstanding colleagues, we invite you to apply for this exceptional opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
● Philanthropic Leadership: Provide strategic direction and leadership in
philanthropic endeavors, inspiring a culture of generosity and impactful giving
among alumni, donors, and stakeholders.
● Relationship Building: Cultivate and steward meaningful relationships with
alumni, donors, and community partners, fostering a sense of connection, loyalty,
and engagement with the university.
● Integrity and Excellence: Uphold the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and
professionalism in all advancement activities, ensuring trust, accountability, and
responsible stewardship of resources.
● Alumni Engagement: Ensure innovative strategies to enhance alumni
engagement, involvement, and support, leveraging technology, events, and
programs to foster diverse lifelong connections with our university.
● Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with the executive team and
colleagues within the division and across campus, leveraging collective expertise
and resources to advance institutional priorities and achieve shared goals.

● Performance Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of advancement
professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous
improvement to drive outstanding results.
Qualifications:
● Passion & Vision: Genuine passion for the mission and values of higher
education, with a visionary outlook on the transformative power of philanthropy
and alumni engagement.
● Leadership Excellence: Proven track record of strategic leadership, with the
ability to inspire, motivate, and empower teams to achieve ambitious goals and
objectives.
● Relationship Building: Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a talent for building
and nurturing relationships with diverse stakeholders, fostering trust, and
collaboration.
● Integrity and Ethics: Uncompromising commitment to integrity, ethics, and
transparency, with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability in all
aspects of advancement work.
● Collaborative Commitment: Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively
with colleagues at all levels, fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collegial work
environment.
Join Us:
This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead inspirational philanthropy and relationship-
building efforts at a small, private, liberal arts university in the South. If you are a high-
performing leader with a passion for excellence, integrity, and collaboration, we
encourage you to apply and join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our
students, alumni, and community.

APPLICATION
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, statement of diversity and inclusion, copies of
transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate), and complete
contact information for three professional references to https://coker.isolvedhire.com/jobs/.
Review of application materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is
filled.

University Standard Service and Excellence Expectations

Coker's standards of service and excellence to the campus and community is an institutional priority for the university. We pride ourselves in our customer service, communication, and availability to our stakeholders and employees through efficient response times, detailed information, and professionalism.

Coker University readies undergraduates for personal and professional success through a distinctive four-year program that emphasizes a practical application of the liberal arts as well as hands-on and discussion-based learning within and beyond the classroom. Coker is ranked among the "Best Colleges" in the South by U.S. News & World Report as well as The Princeton Review. Located in Hartsville, Coker is within two hours of the cultural, financial and recreational resources of Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston and Myrtle Beach.

Coker University, in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, veterans or military status, or against individuals with disabilities, or other legally protected classifications in the areas of employment, admission, financial aid or access to educational or extracurricular programs, activities or facilities.