Vice President of Institutional Advancement

Vice President of Institutional Advancement

About the Company

Prominent national association of organizations committed to social justice

Industry

Non-Profit Organization Management

Type

Non Profit

Founded

1979

Employees

11-50

Categories

• Advocacy

Specialties

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Institutional Advancement to lead and grow the development department during a critical time in the nation's history. The successful candidate will be a strategic leader with a proven track record in nonprofit fundraising, including experience in earned revenue. The VP will be responsible for leading organization-wide long-term institutional growth strategies, diversifying the revenue base, and working closely with the President, Program Directors, and Board to ensure the development program is aligned with the mission. This role requires a candidate with 12-15 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, a preference for those who have led earned revenue, and a deep commitment to the values of the organization. The VP will also be involved in external relations, communications, and will lead a high-performing team, ensuring best-in-class advancement operations.

The ideal candidate for the VP role at the company will be a team-first collaborator, a creative problem solver, and a strategic thinker. They should be people-savvy, meticulously organized, and have the entrepreneurial abilities to expand the funding base. The role demands a leader who is willing to travel frequently and is capable of representing the mission with judgment and credibility. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required, and the candidate should be prepared to engage in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The VP will be expected to engage in all aspects of the development process, from setting and achieving ambitious fundraising goals to working with the team to ensure legal compliance in fundraising activities.

Hiring Manager Title

President

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions