Vice President for University Advancement

The Vice President for University Advancement (VPUA) provides strategic and operational leadership for all advancement functions including Development Alumni Relations and Marketing and Communications across Midwestern Universitys two campuses in Downers Grove Illinois and Glendale Arizona.

As a key member of the Presidents senior leadership team the VPUA will design and implement a comprehensive institution-wide advancement strategy that strengthens the Universitys philanthropic support alumni engagement and brand visibility. This leader will foster collaboration across both campuses while honoring their distinct cultures and traditions.

The VPUA will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing Midwestern Universitys priorities including student scholarships academic innovation clinical and health service expansion and One Health initiatives. This position will guide a high-performing collaborative team and integrate advancement initiatives with the Universitys mission and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with the President Chief Academic Officer Chief Financial Officer and other senior leaders to develop and execute a multi-year Advancement Strategic Plan aligned with institutional goals.
• Lead and align advancement strategies across both campuses ensuring consistent best practices shared services and responsiveness to campus-specific needs.
• Serve as a key partner in planning major capital initiatives program launches and clinical expansions where philanthropy plays a strategic role.
• Represent the University to major donors foundations corporations and alumni communities nationwide.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators across major and planned giving annual giving alumni engagement stewardship and campaign progress.
• Promote a culture of collaboration continuous improvement and ethical data-driven fundraising across all advancement operations.

Advancement Operations

Team Leadership and Culture

Compliance Ethics and Best Practices

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Leadership Skills and Competencies

Compensation and Institutional Support

The University offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and the dual-campus scope of responsibility. The VPUA will have access to strong presidential leadership dedicated advancement teams on both campuses and resources that include budget support and travel resources for donor engagement and regular coordination between the Downers Grove and Glendale campuses.

Midwestern University is a dynamic institution on the rise expanding its reach deepening its impact and shaping the future of health sciences education. With nationally recognized programs growing philanthropic investment and an unmistakable spirit of innovation MWU is poised to erupt onto the national stage. This is an exceptional opportunity for an advancement leader who thrives on building momentum driving collaboration and fueling a mission that transforms lives through education healthcare and community impact.

As part of the application packet please include a CV cover letter and 4-5 professional references.

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past current or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class in accord with all federal state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82 / ). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.

Required Experience :

Exec

Key Skills

Change Management,Financial Services,Growing Experience,Managed Care,Management Experience,Analysis Skills,Senior Leadership,Performance Management,Process Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation,Analytics

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1