College Vice President assists the College President in overseeing a single campus or institution. Works closely with academic deans to plan, implement, and coordinate the educational programs of the college. Being a College Vice President requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to college president. The College Vice President manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Vice President of Development will play a crucial role in the YMCA of Pawtucket’s fundraising efforts and overall development strategy. Vice President of Development will oversee the YMCA's annual giving strategies and execution, implementation of capital and programmatic major gift strategies, oversee the YMCA's development operations systems (including database, online giving, etc.), and overall constituent management (including identification, cultivation, and stewardship). The Vice President of Development will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, overseeing the annual giving and development systems teams, and be part of a team that successfully meets and exceeds fundraising goals in all areas. The role of Vice President of Development is to be part of a team that is fulfilling the mission and vision of the YMCA through philanthropic support while providing the leadership necessary to ensure the overall philanthropic approach is effective and efficient.
Essential Functions
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Organizational Leader):
Mission Advancement: Incorporates the Y’s mission and values into the organization’s vision and strategies. Ensures community engagement; promotes the global nature of the Y. Leads a culture of volunteerism ensuring engagement, inclusion, and ownership. Leads a culture of philanthropy.
Collaboration: Advocates for and institutionalizes inclusion and diversity throughout the organization. Initiates the development of relationships with influential leaders to impact and strengthen the community. Is recognized as an inspirational community leader who navigates complex political and social circles with ease. Communicates to engage and inspire people within and outside the YMCA. Ensures that a talent management system is in place and executed effectively.
Operational Effectiveness: Possesses penetrating insight and strong strategic and critical thinking skills. Invests resources in well-designed innovation initiatives. Creates a structure to deliver organization-wide results to achieve objectives. Develops and implements stewardship strategies. Determines benchmarks and ensures appropriate leadership to meet objectives.
Personal Growth: Creates a learning organization. Effectively drives change by leveraging resources and creating alignment to expand organizational opportunities. Shares authority and demonstrates courage and humility. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
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