Hiring Vice President for Institutional Advancement at Cottey College, Nevada

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Cottey College in the search for a Vice President for Institutional Advancement.

Reporting to the President, the Vice President for Institutional Advancement will perform a wide range of complex administrative activities related to philanthropic funding and public relations, communication, and promotion of Cottey College to its constituents. Working closely with the President and the President’s Council, the Vice President will facilitate the achievement of organizational goals, including the establishment and successful attainment of annual fundraising targets. The Vice President will develop and implement strategies that engage key donors, will advise on major gift solicitation, and direct staff and volunteers involved in fundraising efforts. The Vice President will oversee the identification, cultivation, and stewardship of major gift prospects, dedicating a significant portion of their time to this work. The Vice President will oversee any future comprehensive campaigns or targeted fundraising initiatives, ensuring robust participation from staff and volunteers to carry out institutional objectives. This position may be performed as a hybrid position, with the specific schedule to be arranged by the President and the successful candidate.

Cottey College is an independent, liberal arts and sciences women’s college in Nevada, Missouri. Since 1884, the College has offered young women the opportunity to learn and grow into leaders, role models, and confident individuals. Today, Cottey’s unique combination of women’s-only education, high academic standards, focus on leadership development, commitment to an international experience for every student, and a motivated, high-energy community is at the heart of its success. Cottey’s residential student capacity of 350 women typically represents 40 states, Canada, and 15 other countries. Located approximately 90 miles south of Kansas City, the campus occupies 14 buildings on 11 city blocks and includes a 33-acre wooded recreational area with a lodge. Cottey offers 24 bachelor’s degree programs in close-knit learning environments focused on helping personalize learning and development for students. Degree programs integrate leadership development into the curriculum, preparing students for successful careers. Students can also be leaders in more than 25 organizations on campus representing academic areas, cultural and recreational interests, and social, religious, and volunteer activities. Cottey emphasizes high academic standards with unique opportunities for personal growth through residential, cultural, and intellectual experiences. More than 8,900 alumnae live throughout the world.

Cottey College is pleased to be recognized among the best colleges and universities in the country. It is proof of the College’s commitment to providing students a challenging curriculum at an affordable price.U.S. News & World Reportranks Cottey fifth on the “Best Regional Colleges-Midwest” list and a top ten performer on Social Mobility.

A bachelor’s degree is required for this position as is at least five years of relevant and increasingly responsible experience in institutional advancement, including experience working directly with a constituent relationship management system to carry out the objectives of a comprehensive advancement program. Cottey College will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to the College, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and rsum. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Cottey College as well as the responsibilities and qualifications presented in the prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $130,000 and $140,000 annually.

Cottey College is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Kim Farr at[email protected].

To apply for this position, visit:https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/3722.

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