Advancement Officer

High Point University

(www.highpoint.edu)

About High Point University

At High Point University, every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people.  HPU, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is a liberal arts institution with over 4,400 undergraduate and graduate students.  It is ranked No. 1 by U.S. News and World Report for Best Regional Colleges in the South and recognized for a Strong Commitment to Undergraduate Teaching. HPU was named this year the No. 4 private school in NC for the best return on investment, and it is a 2014-2015 College of Distinction. The university offers 44 undergraduate majors, 43 undergraduate minors and 11 graduate degree programs. It is a member of the NCAA, Division I and the Big South Conference.

The Future of HPU

The future of HPU is bright with a solid plan for growth through 2020 including even more enrollment growth, academic enhancements, new buildings, renovations, campus improvements, and land acquisitions:

• Center for Student Success
• School of Health Sciences
• School of Pharmacy
• Undergraduate Sciences
• Additional residential communities
• New academic programs and initiatives

Position Summary

The Office of Institutional Advancement at High Point University seeks an Advancement Officer to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward Leadership Gift Benefactors for the highest priorities of High Point University.  Candidates should have a proven track record of success in sales/business development/relationship building/fundraising.  Travel will be required to meet with prospective donors. Candidates should demonstrate a passion for building relationships, for the sales/business development process and for High Point University.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify potential Leadership Gift Benefactors among alumni, parents, staff, faculty and other sources.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, faculty and staff to develop proposals which align with the University’s top priorities and fit benefactor interests.
• Manage prospect portfolio of approximately 200 current and potential Leadership Benefactors in a disciplined, organized manner, consulting with the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and other team members regarding strategy, development and action plan for solicitation, closure and stewardship.
• Visit a minimum of 15 current and prospective benefactors per month and travel as needed.
• Raise new commitments of $2.0 million to $4.0 million per year, with a minimum of 20 solicitations of $100,000 or more.
• Participate as a member of the University’s overall Institutional Advancement organization in the execution of a comprehensive Institutional Advancement program.
• Embrace and articulate the mission and culture of High Point University and possess a strong working knowledge of its programs and departments.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.  MBA preferred.
• Five years successful sales, business development, or fundraising experience, with a demonstrable record of progressive achievement. 
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to think/plan strategically.Enthusiasm for the mission of High Point University.
• Enthusiasm for sales/business development/fundraising.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• High energy, drive, integrity, sincerity.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to perform tasks on own initiative.
• Willingness to travel and work weekends.

High Point University is being assisted by the partners of Hyatt – Fennell. Nominations and application materials should be submitted via email to Cheryl Hyatt at highpoint@hyatt-fennell.com. Indicate the position in the subject line.  Applications will include a focused letter of interest, a current résumé/CV, and complete contact information for five professional references. All applications and nominations will be considered highly confidential.

Cheryl Hyatt

highpoint@hyatt-fennell.com
www.HYATT-FENNELL.com
724-242-0476

High Point is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against a person because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other protected classification established by law.

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