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Lehigh University

Asst. Vice President, Colleges and Initiatives

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Bethlehem, PA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $134K - $163K

💻 Project Management

🗓️ June 20th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Lehigh University is hiring an Assistant Vice President, Colleges and Initiatives. The role requires leading fundraising efforts for multiple colleges, university research centers, and initiatives while managing strategic donor engagement and philanthropy programs. The AVP will oversee team development, execute annual fundraising plans, and collaborate with university leadership to align resources and meet strategic goals.

Highlights
  • Oversees fundraising for College of Health, College of Education, University Research Centers & Institutes, Vice Provost Initiatives, and corporate, foundation, and non-profit engagement programs
  • Leads teams to engage and solicit prospects to maximize philanthropy
  • Drives strategic fundraising direction for key university priorities including educational innovation and sponsored research
  • Develops, executes, and evaluates annual fundraising and engagement plans
  • Mentors team members and fosters professional development
  • Requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and at least eight years of related experience
  • Proven ability to cultivate, solicit, and close six and seven figure gifts
  • Strong leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Salary range approximately $134,320 to $163,430, subject to experience and qualifications
  • Requires valid driver’s license, ability to travel frequently, and work some evenings/weekends