Vice President of Advancement
The
Vice President of Advancement is responsible for coordinating all development
and fundraising
activities of the Foundation for the benefit of Flint Hills
Technical College. This position provides strategic leadership, management,
oversight, and evaluation of development activities designed to increase
private and corporate support, including the cultivation and
solicitation of
major gifts.
The
Vice President works collaboratively with college employees, Foundation Board
members, alumni,
donors, community leaders, and business partners to strengthen
relationships and maximize the college’s ability to serve the community. This
is an on-site position.
Compensation
and Benefits:
- Full-time,
exempt position, 12 months/year - Salary
commensurate with experience - 100%
employer-paid health insurance for the employee - KPERS
retirement plan benefit
Key
Responsibilities
- Lead and implement Foundation
fundraising and development strategies - Cultivate
and solicit major
gifts from individuals, businesses, and organizations - Coordinate Foundation Board
and committee meetings - Plan and oversee fundraising
events and donor engagement activities - Maintain donor and alumni
databases - Collaborate with the College
to strengthen alumni relations and establish alumni engagement initiatives
- Prepare
Foundation financial
reports and coordinate annual audit activities - Represent the Foundation and the
College at community and
college events
Qualifications
Qualified
candidates should possess:
- Knowledge of
institutionally
related foundations and higher education fundraising - Bachelor’s degree in a related
field preferred - Experience working with public and
private businesses, institutions, organizations and agencies in promoting,
establishing and
maintaining mutually beneficial relationships. - At least three years of
progressively responsible experience in development,
fundraising,
marketing, communications, or related fields - Demonstrated success in
fundraising and relationship building - Strong written, verbal,
organizational, and leadership skills - Experience working with
nonprofit organizations,
colleges, or universities preferred - Ability to work occasional
evenings and weekends
Application
Process:
To apply, please
send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional
references to Human Resources at hr@fhtc.edu.
The FHTC Foundation Board reserves
the right to withdraw advertised positions at any time
prior to hiring.