"Assistant Vice Chancellor of Development for Arts, Culture, and Community Engagement"

Posted: 17-Dec-25

Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Internal Number: 310830

Employment Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Vacancy ID: NF0009448

Salary Range: Based on qualifications/experience, internal equity, and departmental budget restrictions

Position Summary/Description:

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hil (UNC) seeks a strategic, collaborative, and aspirational fundraising professional to serve as the Assistant Vice Chancellor (AVC) of Development for Arts, Culture, and Community Engagement. Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Schools and Units, the AVC manages and collaborates closely with the Chief Development Officers within the areas of Arts and Culture, establishing strategic direction and goals for capital campaigns. This will include fundraising and donor development, alumni engagement, stewardship, brand building and impact reporting.

The AVC will work with key constituents, as well as other leadership, the Schools's development team, and university development office colleagues to secure philanthropic funding to further the School's mission.

This role requires collaborative, strategic, and entrepreneurial mindset to lead fundraising efforts and cultivate relationships with new and existing prospects. The AVC will manage a personal portfolio of major and principal gift prospects, engaging with prominent alumni and other potential funders to secure significant contributions.

Education and Experience:

Minimum of 8-10 years of successful fundraising experience. Preference for direct experience soliciting major gifts. Preference for capital campaign experience; management experience in a complex work environment.

Essential Skills:

A demonstrated record of significant leadership and fundraising accomplishments.

AA/EEO Statement:

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.