Wittenberg University invites nominations and applications for its Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Engagement (“VPAAE”). This individual will be the University’s chief strategist and advisor to the president regarding alumni engagement, donor cultivation and stewardship, including through the design and execution of future comprehensive and targeted campaigns to support Wittenberg’s strategic priorities. The VPAAE will exhibit the highest standards of excellence and integrity and will advance Wittenberg’s mission and values.
Having Light: The Campaign for Wittenberg University concluded in 2023, having raised $113,292,118 – $13M more than its goal. It was the largest fundraising campaign in Wittenberg’s history, and it expanded the base of active donors engaged with the University almost threefold. This elevated degree of engagement has benefited subsequent annual giving campaigns and created a foundation for planning for a new campaign in the coming years.
The Advancement and Alumni Engagement (AAE) team is continuing its work with alumni and friends of Wittenberg to support maximum fundraising and engagement efforts in the face of significant change.
The impact of the Board’s commitment to special fundraising initiatives has led to strong year-to-date gifts and commitments. Leveraging that generosity – and garnering the support of others – is paramount as the division plans for this Spring’s Commit to Witt. This fundraising effort significantly impacts many important data points for Wittenberg, not the least of which are the fundraising/commitment totals and alumni giving percentage. The story this effort conveys to alumni and friends about the strength and resilience of Wittenberg, however, cannot be overstated.
Nominations and inquiries should be submitted electronically as soon as possible to the email address below. Applications should include a resume and a letter of candidacy that responds to the agenda for leadership and the desired qualities and qualifications for the Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Engagement of Wittenberg University. All application materials will be considered in full confidence and should be submitted via the Talent Profile, https://talent-profile.dsgco.com/search/v2/21823