Assistant Vice President, Presidential Engagement

Temple University's Institutional Advancement Department is searching for an Assistant Vice President, Presidential Engagement!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
12 Paid Holidays 
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Range: $120,000-$160,000
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement Engagement, the Assistant Vice President for Presidential Engagement, is responsible for designing, executing, and managing high impact engagement strategies that strengthen the university’s relationships with key external partners, influencers, and supporters in collaboration with the Office of the President. The Assistant Vice President for Presidential Engagement oversees all aspects of Presidential engagement with strategic advisory groups, including Board of Visitors and Presidential Councils, including the following councils but not limited to Presidential Leadership, Real Estate, Women in Philanthropy, and Athletics.

This role works closely with leadership within the Office of the President, Institutional Advancement, Athletics, Government and Community Affairs, and colleges/schools across the university to ensure coordinated, mission-aligned engagement of Temple’s most valued constituencies. The Assistant Vice President of Presidential Engagement provides leadership, strategic direction, and operational management to create meaningful, goal-driven engagement opportunities that advance the university’s academic, philanthropic, and community priorities.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Details 
* This position requires the following background checks: Access or control over financial transactions for the University or have access to Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
* Must be available to work nights, weekends and early mornings when needed.

Required Education and Experience
* Master's Degree.
* At least eight years of experience in development, constituent, or campaign management, preferably in a higher education setting.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities
* Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior executives, donors, trustees, business leaders, and academic leaders.
* Demonstrated success managing high-level advisory groups or volunteer committees.
* Strong strategic planning, project management, and organizational skills.
* Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and diplomacy.
* Experience overseeing events involving high-profile stakeholders and complex logistics.

Essential Duties
Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight
* Under the direction of the Associate Vice President for Advancement Engagement, align engagement programs with institutional goals, donor pipeline priorities, and presidential initiatives.
* Lead the strategy, design, and implementation of comprehensive engagement plans for the Board of Visitors and all Presidential Councils, including—but not limited to—the Presidential Leadership Council, Real Estate Council, Women in Philanthropy, and Athletics