Vice President for Advancement and University Relations
- Employer
- Radford University
- Location
- Virginia, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Closing date
- Sep 15, 2022
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Annual Fund, Corporate and Foundation Relations, Fundraising Administration, Major Gifts, Planned Giving, Other Fundraising
- Fields
- Education
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Radford
University in the search for a Vice President for Advancement and
University Relations.
Reporting to the President, the Vice President for Advancement and
University Relations will be responsible for all strategic and
operational planning for Advancement and University Relations; the
development and management of systems of accountability for the
staff in all divisional areas; management of budget priorities; and
representation of the division internally and externally. The Vice
President will oversee major gifts, planned gifts, corporation and
foundation relations, alumni relations and annual giving as well as
compliance with CASE standards, working with the RU Foundation,
university wide branding, messaging, marketing, advertising, public
and media relations, publications, creative services, and digital
and media strategy.
Radford University is a comprehensive public university of nearly
9,000 students located in the foothills of Virginia. It is
nationally recognized for many of its undergraduate and graduate
programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Known for its
strong faculty and student bonds, innovative use of technology in
the learning environment, and vibrant student life, Radford
University offers students many opportunities to get involved and
succeed in and out of the classroom. The university offers 76
bachelor’s degrees in 47 disciplines, three associate degrees, and
six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master’s programs
in 23 disciplines and six doctoral programs at the graduate level;
and 13 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s
certificate. As a Division I member of the NCAA and Big South
Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s
varsity athletics. With an eye on the future, the university is in
the midst of a $100 million campaign that focuses on five pillars:
access and opportunity; academic excellence and research; student
success and engagement; the athletic experience; and emerging
needs. With the help of more than 80,000 alumni worldwide, Radford
University is confident in meeting the goal and ensuring continued
impact for students, faculty, staff, the community, the
Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world.
Radford University has continuously been recognized for the
strength of its academic programs, the success of its
sustainability efforts, and its dedication to excellence. The
Princeton Review has included the university on its list of
best colleges and universities in the southeast for more than 15
years, and on the list of best regional universities in the south
for nearly a decade. Radford University is number 14 among top
public schools in the south according to U.S. New and World
Report. The publication also named it among the best colleges
for veterans in the south, top green colleges in the nation, and
best value schools—regional universities south. Radford has also
been named a “College of Distinction” by Colleges of
Distinction and received a military friendly school
designation by Viqtory. Many of the university’s programs
and departments also have been recognized for excellence. U.S.
News and World Report has recognized the teaching program as
one of the best undergraduate teaching programs and named the
nursing school among the nation's best nursing schools; Doctor of
Nursing practice. The publication also recognized the university
for best Master of Social Work program. The Business School
received recognition from The Princeton Review among best
business schools and best business schools for 2021: on-campus MBA
programs. Niche.com, 2021 named Radford University among
best colleges for criminal justice and best colleges for sports
management and DesignIntelligence, 2019 recognized the
university for most admired interior design schools.
A bachelor's degree is required for this position. A master's
degree, or an equivalent level of training and work experience, is
preferred. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter
and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of
Radford University as well as the responsibilities and
qualifications presented in the prospectus.
To apply for this position, visit:
https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1144
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