Associate Vice Chancellor for University Advancement

system to cultivate philanthropic relationships with individual and institutional donors who can make impactful contributions to the system overall and its constituent colleges and units. The City University of New York is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) for University Advancement to play a key role in advancing the institution's mission and strategic priorities. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement, the AVC provides strategic leadership and direct management for comprehensive fundraising and engagement initiatives. The successful candidate will foster a culture of philanthropy and collaboration across the university, inspiring investment in CUNY. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Lead the management and growth of principal gifts strategy for CUNY Central Office. Serve as a strategic partner to the Vice Chancellor, assisting in the creation and execution of the University?s overarching advancement strategy, including system-wide fundraising campaigns. Translate institutional goals into actionable, data-driven fundraising, and donor engagement plans. Work with university and college leadership to identify and align institutional funding priorities with the interests of major donors and prospects. Manage a personal portfolio of high-capacity prospects and donors, focusing on cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major, principal, and planned gifts. Build and guide a team of development staff, setting ambitious and achievable fundraising goals and metrics. Provide leadership in developing planned giving strategies, including assisting colleges in actively securing planned gift commitments. Oversee a robust stewardship and prospect research programs to build and manage a comprehensive donor pipeline. Represent University Advancement at public functions, donor events, and other key gatherings to promote the CUNY advancement mission. Develop and manage advancement operations, services, and protocols that support university-wide philanthropy. Champion best practices in gift administration and prospect management; ensure consistent application of advancement policies. Partner with colleagues to ensure data integrity, reporting, and systems optimization. Lead, mentor, and motivate advancement staff, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Manage and provide input into the departmental budget for fundraising and engagement initiatives. Perform other special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned. NOTE: Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum: This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. Preferred: Master?s degree or other advanced degree. 12 years of progressively responsible fundraising and managerial experience, preferably within a higher education environment. Demonstrated success in personally soliciting and closing major and principal gifts. Proven experience in campaign planning, execution, and management. Experience in recruiting, training, leading, and evaluating fundraising staff. Extensive knowledge of fundraising databases. Willingness and ability to travel for donor meetings and events. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The salary range is $220,000 - $265,200, commensurate with credentials, education, and experience. CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world. HOW TO APPLY For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials meet the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The direct link to the job opening from external sources is: https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS\ HRAM\ FL.HRS\ CG\ SEARCH\ FL.GBL?Page=HRS\ APP\ JBPST\ FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=32889&PostingSeq=1 Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using their login credentials. After you login, click the Careers tile on the Employee Self Service Menu page to view job openings CLOSING DATE October 16, 2026. JOB SEARCH CATEGORY CUNY Job Posting: Executive EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID: 32889 Location: Central Office Job Type: Full-Time