JOB SUMMARY: William Penn University seeks an experienced, mission-driven advancement leader to serve as Vice President for Advancement. Reporting directly to the President and serving on the President’s Cabinet, the Vice President provides strategic leadership for the University’s comprehensive advancement enterprise, including fundraising, alumni engagement, marketing, and institutional communications. The Vice President serves as a key partner in advancing institutional priorities by strengthening philanthropic support, enhancing institutional visibility, and aligning advancement strategy with enrollment growth, student success, and long-term financial sustainability.
This role combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, sustaining fundraising momentum while building systems and relationships that position the University for future growth. The Vice President mentors and develops a growing advancement team, fosters collaboration across campus, and serves as a primary ambassador of the University to donors, alumni, community leaders, and external partners. The position ensures continuity, confidence, and coordinated engagement among stakeholders while reinforcing a culture of philanthropy throughout the institution.
DEPARTMENT: Advancement
QUALIFICATIONS:- Education Master’s degree preferred, but not required
- Experience The successful candidate will bring significant experience in higher education advancement or a related nonprofit setting, demonstrated success in major and/or corporate and foundation fundraising, comfort working hands-on in resource-constrained environments, and experience mentoring developing professionals. Familiarity with mission-centered or faith-informed institutions is welcomed.
