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North Carolina State University

Executive Director of Advancement Information and Technology

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Raleigh, NC

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Information Technology

🗓️ July 1st, 2025

CRM Salesforce SQL

Edtech.com's Summary

North Carolina State University is hiring an Executive Director of Advancement Information and Technology. This role leads a team to stabilize and optimize the technological foundation for University Advancement, overseeing application systems, data analytics, project management, and ensuring alignment with institutional goals to support fundraising and alumni engagement.

Highlights
  • Responsible for managing the advancement technology ecosystem supporting fundraising and alumni engagement.
  • Oversees a team of 15 professionals including directors of Application Services, Analytics & Data Services, and Advancement Learning.
  • Manages enterprise systems, data governance, analytics, security, and process optimization within University Advancement.
  • Requires expertise in Salesforce CRM and recent experience with Kindsight Ascend implementation or similar systems.
  • Leads strategic planning, budget management, vendor relationships, and project management in advancement technology.
  • Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 5 years of progressive IT leadership experience.
  • Preferred skills include Salesforce certifications, programming knowledge (Apex, LWC, JavaScript, SQL), and experience in data analytics tools like Tableau.
  • Works closely with University Advancement leadership, Chief Development Officers, OIT, Finance, and other partners.
  • Supports major fundraising campaigns, declares leadership in higher education advancement technology practices.
  • Department provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and wellness programs.