Assistant Vice President for Development

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Vice President for Development

Job Description:

Title: Assistant Vice President for Development

Position Summary

The Assistant Vice President for Development (AVP) is a senior leadership position responsible for the strategic execution of Harvey Mudd College’s major and principal giving programs. The AVP serves as the primary architect of the frontline fundraising operation, providing inspirational leadership and modeling the way for a team of five philanthropic advisors. Together, they secure the resources necessary to advance the Strategic Plan of Harvey Mudd College and meet ambitious campaign objectives. This role requires a leader who can balance sophisticated organizational management with an active, personal commitment to high-level donor participation and outreach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Frontline Fundraising and Strategic Engagement

• Principal Prospect Management: Personally cultivate and solicit a portfolio of approximately 100 high-capacity prospects. Formulate sophisticated "moves management" strategies that result in successful stewardship of donors at the $1M+ level.

• Academic Articulation: Develop a deep understanding of the funding needs of HMC’s academic departments and business units, translating complex institutional priorities into compelling cases for support.

• Executive Partnership: Act as a senior resource for the President and Cabinet, preparing them for high-level prospect meetings and ensuring their engagement in the fundraising process is both productive and rewarding.

Programmatic Leadership and Campaign Readiness

• Campaign Infrastructure: Ensure the College’s major and principal giving programs are positioned for the quiet phase of the upcoming comprehensive campaign.

• Campus Liaison Oversight: Lead the Advancement Campus Liaison (ACL) Program, fostering formalized partnerships between the Office of College Advancement and the HMC academic departments.

• Brand Alignment: Collaborate with the Office of Communications and Marketing to ensure that all development messaging is consistent with the HMC brand and campaign goals.

• Volunteer Pipeline Development: Identify and engage prominent alumni and friends to serve in leadership and advisory capacities, ensuring a diverse and capable pipeline for future volunteer boards.

Management and Mentorship

• Inspirational Leadership: Lead by example, modeling the way for the fundraising team through personal excellence in solicitation and stewardship.

• Outreach and Participation: Actively encourage increased participation and outreach across the team, fostering an entrepreneurial spirit that seeks out new markets and untapped philanthropic potential.

• Team Mentorship: Manage and mentor five philanthropic advisors, setting clear expectations and establishing metrics for success that prioritize both quantitative results and qualitative growth.

• Professional Advocacy: Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, advocating for the staff's professional development while ensuring a data-driven approach to prospect engagement.

Culture of Philanthropy: 

• As a key campus leader and leader within OCA, support OCA's objective to cultivate and sustain a robust culture of philanthropy that reflects belief and confidence in HMC’s leadership and mission. Reinforce that every gift supports people and programs across campus, inspiring shared pride and a collective commitment to the College’s future. Promote a sense of hospitality, giving and generosity, ensuring that individuals understand the vital role of philanthropy in contributing to the College’s success.
   

Campus Collaboration: 

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with key offices and partners across campus, including the President’s Office, the Dean of Faculty Office, Admission, Financial Aid, Student Affairs, Financial Affairs, Communications & Marketing, academic departments and centers, and Career Services, to coordinate and amplify e