WittKieffer is proud to partner with Randolph-Macon College (RMC), a private liberal arts college seeking a visionary Vice President for College Advancement (VPCA) to join a new president and lead its fundraising, alumni relations, and events management efforts.
Established in 1830, RMC is a distinguished liberal arts institution dedicated to cultivating both mind and character. Located just 20 minutes north of Richmond, Virginia, RMC offers a vibrant, student-centered learning environment. The college boasts a steadily growing enrollment, academically rigorous programs, and a picturesque 125-acre campus featuring modern facilities and thoughtfully renovated historic buildings.
RMC's mission underlies the college's ultimate purpose: to prepare students for successful and meaning-filled lives. And that commitment to students' futures is tightly woven in nearly every part of the educational experience, within which the pillars of the college's mission statement articulate how an RMC education lays the foundation for a successful life. U.S. News and World Report ranks RMC among the top 100 liberal arts colleges and #68 for Best Value. RMC alumni remain deeply connected as a Yellow Jacket community and as fans and supporters of the institution.
The VPCA will serve as the chief development officer and a key member of the President's Cabinet, working closely with President Michael Hill, the Board of Trustees, and other senior leaders to shape and execute a bold and comprehensive advancement strategy. President Hill, who began his tenure in August 2025, brings an ambitious and optimistic vision to RMC, and his collaborative approach to advancement makes this a particularly exciting time for a new VPCA to join the institution. The VPCA will be expected to build a strong and productive partnership with President Hill, leveraging his expertise and the widespread enthusiasm surrounding his leadership to elevate the college's philanthropic profile.
A central priority for the VPCA will be the development and execution of an emerging comprehensive campaign. This upcoming initiative will support transformative projects from new academic and residential facilities to significant growth in the college's endowment. The VPCA will play a pivotal role in defining strategic priorities, engaging stakeholders, and driving fundraising efforts to ensure the campaign's success. This will require deep experience in campaign planning and execution, as well as the ability to cultivate principal and transformational gift donors. The ideal candidate will have a track record in expanding a historic donor base to include new friends to the college.
Beyond campaign leadership and exceptional management of a vibrant division, the VPCA will be charged with strengthening RMC's donor pipeline, particularly among high-net-worth individuals, corporate partners, and philanthropic foundations. The college's proximity to Richmond and Washington, D.C. presents significant opportunities for expanding outreach and engagement. The VPCA will also refine an already solid alumni relations program to foster deeper connections across generations, working closely with the Society of Alumni and the alumni engagement team to enhance outreach and increase philanthropic support. Internally, the VPCA will lead and mentor a high-performing advancement team, setting clear goals and providing strategic direction, professional development, and resource alignment to support the college's ambitious agenda.
The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and entrepreneurial leader with a proven track record in advancement, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and a deep appreciation for the mission of liberal arts education. A bachelor's degree is required, with an advanced degree preferred, along with at least ten years of progressively responsible experience in advancement, ideally within higher education. This is a rare opportunity to join a thriving institution at a pivotal moment in its history and to play a central role in shaping its future. The next Vice President for College Advancement will be instrumental in harnessing the energy, optimism, and potential of Randolph-Macon College to achieve new heights of success and impact.
We invite you to review a complete leadership profile here.
WittKieffer is assisting Randolph-Macon College with this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by Friday, January 16th, 2026. All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as two separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the Leadership Profile. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer's candidate portal.
Nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Greg Duyck and Maya Holt-Brockenbrough at RMC-VPCA@wittkieffer.com.
Randolph-Macon College, an equal opportunity employer, is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a central value and encourages applicants of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
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