University of Illinois Foundation
Vice Chancellor for Advancement and Senior Vice President of the UI Foundation
University of Illinois Foundation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview Vice Chancellor for Advancement and Senior Vice President of the UI Foundation — University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) — Chicago, IL, United States.
Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered. UIC invites nominations and applications for the role of Vice Chancellor for Advancement and Senior Vice President of the UI Foundation. This executive position leads UIC’s advancement enterprise, aligns philanthropic strategy with institutional priorities, and collaborates closely with the UI Foundation to maximize philanthropic impact. Responsibilities
Develop and implement data-driven philanthropic strategies to identify, cultivate, and steward major and principal gift prospects. Lead and mentor a diverse advancement team of approximately 120 FTE, building a high-performing, collaborative culture. Translate institutional priorities into meaningful fundraising opportunities and plan/execute major capital campaigns. Foster internal and external relationships with alumni, donors, faculty, staff, community partners, and stakeholders. Align UIC’s advancement goals with Foundation resources and infrastructure to ensure coordinated donor engagement, stewardship, and campaign execution. Work in partnership with university leadership and the Foundation to maximize fundraising impact and drive transformational growth. Qualifications
Proven track record of leading complex fundraising teams, preferably in higher education or academic medicine. Deep experience in major and principal gift strategy with demonstrated success in securing transformational gifts. Strategic thinker with the ability to align philanthropic planning with institutional priorities and inspire others. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills across a broad range of stakeholders. Inspirational leader committed to team development and inclusive excellence. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher education institution; minimum of 10 years’ leadership experience in a large, complex environment. Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $375,000 – $440,000. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health care options, wellness programs, educational opportunities, tuition assistance, leave benefits, and University retirement plans. Detailed information on benefits is available from System Human Resources. How to Apply Applications should include separate documents: a resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the profile. Materials should be received by Friday, October 24th for fullest consideration. Application materials, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to consultants at UIC-VCAdvancement@wittkieffer.com. Equal Opportunity The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people and are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment offers may be subject to background checks and other pre-employment assessments. As a qualifying federal contractor, the University uses E-Verify for employment eligibility. Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full-time
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Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered. UIC invites nominations and applications for the role of Vice Chancellor for Advancement and Senior Vice President of the UI Foundation. This executive position leads UIC’s advancement enterprise, aligns philanthropic strategy with institutional priorities, and collaborates closely with the UI Foundation to maximize philanthropic impact. Responsibilities
Develop and implement data-driven philanthropic strategies to identify, cultivate, and steward major and principal gift prospects. Lead and mentor a diverse advancement team of approximately 120 FTE, building a high-performing, collaborative culture. Translate institutional priorities into meaningful fundraising opportunities and plan/execute major capital campaigns. Foster internal and external relationships with alumni, donors, faculty, staff, community partners, and stakeholders. Align UIC’s advancement goals with Foundation resources and infrastructure to ensure coordinated donor engagement, stewardship, and campaign execution. Work in partnership with university leadership and the Foundation to maximize fundraising impact and drive transformational growth. Qualifications
Proven track record of leading complex fundraising teams, preferably in higher education or academic medicine. Deep experience in major and principal gift strategy with demonstrated success in securing transformational gifts. Strategic thinker with the ability to align philanthropic planning with institutional priorities and inspire others. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills across a broad range of stakeholders. Inspirational leader committed to team development and inclusive excellence. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher education institution; minimum of 10 years’ leadership experience in a large, complex environment. Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $375,000 – $440,000. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health care options, wellness programs, educational opportunities, tuition assistance, leave benefits, and University retirement plans. Detailed information on benefits is available from System Human Resources. How to Apply Applications should include separate documents: a resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the profile. Materials should be received by Friday, October 24th for fullest consideration. Application materials, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to consultants at UIC-VCAdvancement@wittkieffer.com. Equal Opportunity The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people and are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment offers may be subject to background checks and other pre-employment assessments. As a qualifying federal contractor, the University uses E-Verify for employment eligibility. Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full-time
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