Chief Advancement Officer

1 month ago

Pittsburgh, United States Carnegie Mellon University Full time

Carnegie Mellon University’s University Libraries and the Entertainment Technology Center (ETC) is seeking a Chief Advancement Officer who will help lead the effort to develop the philanthropic support that will enable CMU and its academic units to fulfill their potential and continue their ascent. The Chief Advancement Officer will join the organization as CMU strives to elevate its Advancement program and build on the success of Make Possible: The Campaign for Carnegie Mellon University.

The Chief Advancement Officer will report to the Helen and Henry Posner Jr. Dean of University Libraries, a leadership position that oversees a number of academic and interdisciplinary departments and programs. These include the University Libraries, the Entertainment Technology Center, IDeATe, and CMU’s sustainability programs.

Partnering closely with the Dean, the Chief Advancement Officer will help set a strategic advancement vision for the University Libraries, the Entertainment Technology Center (ETC), IDeATe and CMU’s sustainability programs with oversight of a broad range of unit-level advancement functions encompassing major gifts, donor relations, annual giving, events, alumni and constituent engagement, and management of the unit’s advisory board. The Chief Advancement Officer also will serve as a member of the Dean’s leadership team The Chief Advancement Officer will be a senior leader within the Division of University Advancement and serve as a member of the CMU Advancement Leadership Council.

The Chief Advancement Officer will manage the advancement staff assigned to their academic unit and will carry a portfolio of the unit’s top prospects, executing cultivation and solicitation strategies and securing major, leadership, and principal gifts. They also will be responsible for identifying, refining, and articulating their unit’s fundraising needs, communicating those needs to internal and external audiences, and generating excitement for the Dean's top priorities while ensuring that frontline fundraisers across the university are equipped to advocate for their vision.

University Advancement at CMU is a matrixed and distributed organization, with staff based in central units and in the academic units. The Chief Advancement Officer is key to integrating college level advancement operations with centrally based advancement programs and resources. The Chief Advancement Officer will collaborate with fundraisers across CMU’s schools, colleges, and centrally based units to develop cultivation and engagement strategies to achieve maximum impact across the institution. They will also partner closely with Advancement Information Services to define, measure, and report on their unit’s success.

In the context of the momentum of CMU’s continued ascent, it seeks a Chief Advancement Officer with the skills to ensure University Libraries and the Entertainment Technology Center play a defining role in the continued evolution of its field, and in the future of Carnegie Mellon.

provide leadership and management of all Advancement-related activities in University Libraries, ETC, IDeATe, and Sustainability serve as a senior member of the Dean’s leadership team, as well as members of the CMU Advancement Leadership Council; identify and articulate fundraising priorities for assigned areas in support of strategic objectives; set the strategy for and support development activity for the Dean, senior faculty members, key administrators, and other essential stakeholders; coordinate fundraising activities with colleagues in corporate relations, foundation relations, and other advancement offices across the university; collaborate with University Advancement departments, including donor relations, alumni relations, and advancement services; report on the results of all advancement activities; personally manage a portfolio of donors and prospects for University Libraries , ETC, IDeATe, and Sustainability; be accountable for reaching unit-based fundraising goals; travel domestically and possibly internationally; develop and manage a budget to support advancement activities; lead, coach, and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; create an environment that rewards excellence, creativity, integrity, and teamwork; and help maximize effectiveness across all levels of the organization through additional assignments.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within University Libraries, ETC, IDeATe and Sustainability Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

advanced knowledge of major gift fundraising and capital campaigns; success in developing and managing relationships with deans, volunteerleadership, and major donors and prospects; management experience including an ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve goals; cultural sensitivity in interacting with a diverse alumni population, both domestically and internationally; the ability to initiate, analyze, monitor, evaluate, and update strategic development plans; excellent writing, analytical, and organizational skills; excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to collaboration; energy, self-motivation, flexibility, and adaptability; a healthy sense of humor; and a commitment to Carnegie Mellon University’s mission.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

A Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience is preferred.

Experience :

A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible development experience is required. 3-5 years of experience leading and supervising teams is preferred.

REQUIREMENTS :

Successful background check

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This position is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Travel Requirements: You should be able to travel both domestically and internationally and be willing to work outside of normal business hours as needed. Sponsorship : Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.

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Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits, available to all full-time Carnegie Mellon University employees. Experience the full spectrum of advantages, from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to enticing retirement savings programs. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits and take well-deserved breaks with generous paid time off and holidays. Rest easy knowing you are covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance.

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