Job Title: Vice President of Advancement
Location: 1405 Shady Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Schedule: Monday through Friday, Full Time, Onsite
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Vice President of Advancement (VPA) provides enterprise-wide executive leadership for institutional advancement, serving as a strategic growth and relationship-building leader responsible for expanding philanthropic resources, strengthening external partnerships, and aligning advancement priorities with CI's strategic plan. The VPA develops and leads a comprehensive, data-informed strategy encompassing transformational philanthropy, major and principal gifts, planned giving, campaigns, institutional funding, external relations, and advancement operations to accelerate mission impact and long-term sustainability.
Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following strategic areas:Strategic Fundraising & Revenue Growth- Develop and execute a comprehensive, enterprise-wide advancement strategy that drives philanthropic growth across annual giving, transformational major and principal gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation support, government funding, and special, capital, endowment, and comprehensive campaigns.
Donor Portfolio, Pipeline & Stewardship- Manage a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects and donors and partner with the President & CEO and Board members on the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of transformational gifts and strategic philanthropic relationships.
External Relations & Advocacy- In partnership with the President & CEO, identify and advance corporate, foundation, and government funding opportunities and strategic relationships that support innovation, service expansion, advocacy priorities, and measurable community impact.
Board & Governance Engagement- Partner with the President & CEO and Board of Directors to cultivate major donors, expand philanthropic networks, strengthen board giving and prospect introductions, and foster an organization-wide culture of philanthropy.
Team Leadership, Systems & Performance Oversight- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing advancement function; define roles, decision-making authority, performance expectations, and accountability across the team while cultivating collaboration and continuous improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in Business, Non-Profit Management, Communications, or a related field (required). Master's degree (e.g., MBA, MPA, MS-Nonprofit Leadership) and/or CFRE or comparable fundraising certification (preferred).
- Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in fundraising and advancement leadership.
- Minimum 5 years of experience leading senior-level teams.
- Demonstrated success securing major and principal gifts and managing complex campaigns.
- Strong experience in pipeline development, portfolio management, and data-driven decision-making.
- Experience partnering with boards and collaborating across organizational functions.
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills; commitment to donor-centered fundraising, an inclusive workplace, and the organization's mission.
Clearances Required: Act 73 FBI, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, and Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance, Must maintain Valid Pennsylvania driver's license Access to a reliable vehicle and active automobile insurance.
Benefits SummaryWe're proud to offer generous benefits to our team members. Regular full-time team members are eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical and Prescription insurance-Choice of two health plans and networks
- Dental and Vision-Free coverage for team members.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
- Medical, Bereavement, Educational, & Personal Leaves
- Parental leave (birth & adoption) paid-6 weeks
- 403b Retirement Plan - pre-tax & Roth options; employer match after 1 year
- Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - CI qualifies as non-profit
- Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development/CEU's
- Life and Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
- Credit Union
- Team Member Recognition Events
- Referral bonus
- CPR-employer paid
- Travel mileage reimbursement at federal rate
Are you looking for a position where you can make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families? Are you ready to brighten the future of Amazing Children? We want to hear from you! 
