MISSION

Rosemont College is a community of lifelong learners dedicated to academic excellence and fostering joy in the pursuit of knowledge. Rosemont College seeks to develop in all members of the community open and critical minds, the ability to make reasoned moral decisions, and a sense of responsibility to serve others in our global society.

Rooted in Catholicism, Rosemont welcomes all faiths and is guided by the principles of Cornelia Connelly and the Society of the Holy Child Jesus to meet the needs of the time.

Rosemont College values: Trust in and reverence for the dignity of each person; Diversity with a commitment to building an intercultural community; Persistence and courage in promoting justice with compassion; Care for the Earth as our common home.

SUMMARY

The Vice President for Advancement is a passionate, collaborative, innovative leader who is also a visionary advancement professional with deep dedication to the mission, values, and goals of the College. The Vice President works collaboratively with Rosemont's President and senior leadership team to set an ambitious, inclusive path for the College.

Reporting to the President, the Vice President is a key member of the cabinet, leading all engagement with the College's external constituents, including all fundraising activities for the College, and projecting a positive image of Rosemont to the public. The Vice President oversees development, alumni relations, non-credit programs, community relations, government relations, and all college-wide special events and serves as liaison to the Development Committee of the Board of Trustees.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES INCLUDE*

Fundraising: Oversee management of fundraising for the College, which includes a process to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward chief prospects and donors. Personally solicit major prospects both independently and in concert with the president, trustees, and other volunteers. Maintain a dynamic portfolio of high net-worth individuals and secure major, capital, and planned gifts, as well as annual gifts and endowment support.
Strategic Planning: Oversee development and implementation of a comprehensive strategic plan for fundraising with the president and senior leadership team commensurate with the College's strategic goals.
Annual Plans and Budgets: Develop annual plans, strategies, and budgets for Alumni and Parent Relations, Annual Fund, Gift Planning, Comprehensive Campaigns, Major Gifts, Grants Development, Stewardship, and Advancement Services.
Advancement Team: Hire, train, inspire, and guide direct reports and the entire advancement team toward accountable, goal-oriented outcomes.
Community Advocate: Serve as an exemplary College advocate in the community, with local leaders, religious organizations, business and corporate partnerships, and others, and build relationships that closely link the community with the College.
Alumni Relations: Oversee all alumni activities, events, programs, and outreach.
Campus Events: Oversee all campus-wide special events, including but not limited to: Non-Credit Programs, Lecture Series, Family Weekend, Oktoberfest, Cap & Gown/Convocation, Commencement, etc.

Opportunities and Challenges

Presidential collaboration: The Vice President will collaborate closely with the President and leverage opportunities to introduce him/her to the larger Rosemont community and make crucial connections with key donors and leadership.
Campaign vision setting, planning, and leadership: The energy created by the Centennial celebration during the 2021-2022 academic year will lead seamlessly into Rosemont's next campaign which will commence during the 2022-2023 academic year. The next Vice President will lead the College's planning of this historical effort, working with the president and liaising with fundraising consultants to establish giving priorities and overall campaign strategy, planning, and execution.
Advancement Office structure and staffing: The next Vice President will experience the benefit of an extremely seasoned staff that is well known by the alumni body and brings rich institutional knowledge to the good work that they do for Rosemont. Longevity is a hallmark in Advancement at Rosemont. Committed staff have been with the College for decades, in many cases. As a new Vice President comes in on the heels of a twenty-year veteran in the role, she will have the opportunity to rethink the administrative structure, introduce innovative practices, and ensure that current staff are appropriately mentored and find continued meaning in their roles.
Expansion of revenue generation: The Vice President will develop plans and resources to strengthen the College's engagement and participation initiatives, volunteer structure, pipeline development, messaging and content strategies, and organizational infrastructure in preparation for the College's ongoing fundraising initiatives.
High-touch development and stewardship model: The stewardship and alumni engagement efforts to date have provided donors and alumni with personalized engagement with the College. Maintaining this high-touch experience requires attention to detail, deep commitment to a relational approach, and strong standard operating procedures. To ensure the ongoing success of these forward-facing programs and practices, the Vice President will need to focus on an assessment of resource needs, as well as strong knowledge of best practices and areas for growth.
Expansion of alumni engagement: The Vice President will expand Rosemont's current donor base by providing alumni, parents, and friends with opportunities to become actively involved in the College's future through focused communication, local and regional events, and volunteer opportunities.

* PLEASE NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibility that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibility and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, TRAINING, QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrate an established record of fundraising;
Be a mission-driven individual who understands and appreciates the important role the Society of the Holy Child Jesus and Catholic traditions play at the College and can articulate those values to the community;
Be a strong relationship and team builder;
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
Be able to balance strategic and visionary leadership with a "roll up your sleeves" mindset;
Possess the highest personal and professional integrity;
Maintain a strong work ethic, high energy, and be action-oriented;
Commit to supporting a diverse and inclusive community;
Have outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including an ability and commitment to listening, collaborating, and problem solving;
Thrive in a small environment and take a hands-on approach as needed;
Be available to work some evening and weekend events.

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