Assistant Vice President of Development and Philanthropy (AVP)

The Assistant Vice President of Development and Philanthropy (AVP) serves as the senior
operational leader for fundraising within the Office of Institutional Advancement. Reporting
directly to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, the AVP is responsible for
managing the daily execution of the College’s fundraising and donor engagement programs,
ensuring strong systems, consistent performance, and measurable outcomes across all areas of
development.
This role provides hands-on leadership in implementing the College’s philanthropic
initiatives—major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, and
donor stewardship—while maintaining alignment with the strategic priorities and direction
established by the Vice President.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Execution and Program Management
 Implement fundraising strategies and initiatives designed by the Vice President for
Institutional Advancement to achieve annual and campaign goals.
 Translate strategic plans into actionable development objectives, performance targets, and
staff work plans.
 Ensure fundraising activities and donor engagement programs align with institutional
mission, branding, and advancement priorities.
 Oversee and coordinate all aspects of development operations, ensuring best practices
and accountability.
Fundraising Leadership
 Manage a defined portfolio of major and leadership-level donors, ensuring regular
contact, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
 Provide operational oversight for annual giving, planned giving, and
corporate/foundation relations.
 Support deans, faculty, and other internal partners in developing compelling proposals
and funding opportunities.
 Achieve revenue and donor engagement goals through coordinated solicitation and
stewardship efforts.
Donor Relations and Stewardship
 Supervise the execution of stewardship activities, including acknowledgments, donor
reports, and recognition programs.

 Ensure timely and consistent communication with donors in accordance with College
policy and Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) standards.
 Collaborate with Advancement Services to maintain accurate donor records, giving
histories, and acknowledgment processes.
 Coordinate donor recognition events and engagement opportunities in partnership with
the Donor Relations and Events staff.
Collaboration and Internal Coordination
 Work closely with the Vice President for Institutional Advancement to align fundraising
activities with marketing, communications, and alumni engagement efforts.
 Serve as a liaison between the development team and other campus departments to ensure
effective coordination and resource sharing.
 Support campaign committees and volunteer groups as directed by the Vice President.
Data, Reporting, and Compliance
 Oversee the collection, tracking, and reporting of development metrics and progress
toward fundraising goals.
 Collaborate with Advancement Services to maintain accurate gift entry, documentation,
and reporting systems.
 Ensure compliance with College, IRS, and CASE standards in all fundraising operations.
 Prepare regular reports for internal review by the Vice President for Institutional
Advancement.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 Strong organizational and project management skills.
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage donors and
stakeholders effectively.
 Proven record of collaborative leadership and operational management.
 Proficiency in fundraising CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge/NXT).
 Commitment to the mission, values, and advancement priorities of Talladega College.
Other Duties
 Perform additional duties as assigned by the Vice President for Institutional
Advancement.

Qualifications
Education and Experience
 Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
 Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in fundraising, development operations,
or advancement leadership.
 Demonstrated success in managing a fundraising team and meeting annual giving or campaign goals.