Associate Vice President of PhilanthropyKVC Foundation | St. Louis, MissouriHybrid: 3 Days In-Office | 2 Days RemoteSalary: $115,000Work Wellbeing Score: 83The RoleReporting directly to the Foundation President, the AVP of Philanthropy will lead a team of five Regional Directors to build a high-performing, donor-centered culture. You will be a key architect of our multi-year advancement strategy, managing a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects while overseeing annual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, and stewardship. We are looking for a leader who balances sophisticated gift negotiation with a passion for mentorship and team growth.
Strategic Leadership and Essential Responsibilities- Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute fundraising goals and performance metrics.
- Directly supervise and coach a team of five Directors, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.
- Manage a personal portfolio of 75 to 125 prospects, cultivating and closing gifts at the five, six, and seven-figure levels.
- Oversee regional fundraising efforts throughout Missouri to ensure an integrated approach to revenue growth.
- Engage with Foundation board members and volunteer leaders to recruit influential community ambassadors.
- Utilize data analytics and CRM technology to drive decision-making, pipeline management, and forecasting.
- Serve as a primary ambassador for KVC at community, business, and philanthropic events.
Minimum Requirements- Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
- Licensure: Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
- Fundraising Experience: At least 10 years of experience in grant development with a proven ability to translate programmatic needs into fundable strategies.
- Leadership Experience: Minimum 5 years of program leadership or cross-functional initiative management in a complex organization.
- Proven Success: Demonstrated track record of securing major gifts of $25,000 or more and principal gifts of $100,000 or more.
- Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of annual giving, capital campaigns, planned giving, and corporate/foundation partnerships.
- Relationship Management: Experience working directly with executive leaders, boards, and high-capacity philanthropists.
- Travel: Willingness to travel across Missouri to support regional efforts and donor engagement.
Preferred Qualifications- Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) credential.
- Experience within human services, child welfare, healthcare, or behavioral health sectors.
- Background in campaign planning or campaign leadership.
- Experience managing geographically dispersed teams.
- Familiarity with Blackbaud, Raiser's Edge, or comparable CRM systems.
KVC ValuesOur character is built on authenticity and compassion. We operate with a sense of urgency and innovation, and we expect our leaders to be solutions-focused role models who build upon the strengths of their teams and the families we serve.
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