Associate Vice President, University Development and Advancement Solutions

Posting date: March 25, 2026

External Reference: 002589SR

1. Job Type Full-time
2. Location Cambridge
3. School/Unit Harvard University Central Administration
4. Department Alumni Affairs and Development
5. Salary Grade 064
6. Job Function Alumni Affairs and Development
7. FLSA Status Exempt
8. Term Appointment No
9. Union 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Company Description

About Harvard University and Alumni Affairs and Development

Harvard's Alumni Affairs and Development (AA&D) division serves one of the world's most remarkable alumni communities and supports the University's mission through philanthropic engagement. AA&D comprises development teams across Harvard's schools and units, as well as centralized functions that provide strategy, coordination, and support across the enterprise.

Under Vice President Jim Husson's leadership, AA&D is committed to excellence in advancement practice, fostering a "One Harvard" culture, and positioning the University to achieve its most ambitious goals. This newly created AVP role reflects AA&D's strategic evolution and commitment to integrating the strategy, systems, and solutions that will drive sustained philanthropic growth.

Job Description

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

University Development and Advancement Solutions (UD&AS) Scope and Structure:

The Office of UD&AS encompasses teams that support the day-to-day management of University-wide alumni affairs and development functions:

• Presidential and Provostial Development Activities and Strategy: Develop and guide the strategy for the president's and provost's fundraising priorities and activities.
• Principal Giving: Raises eight- and nine-figure gifts to support Harvard fundraising priorities identified by the president, provost, and deans that span disciplines and Schools, as well as School-based priorities.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in advancement, development, or related fields within complex organizations; higher education experience strongly preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

Additional Information

To submit materials or nominate someone to serve as the Associate Vice President and Dean for Development, please email: HarvardAVP@SpencerStuart.com

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Orientation and Review Period: 6 months
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal, Credit

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 064. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

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