Vice President for Development
Furman University - Greenville, SC
Furman University seeks a Vice President for Development who will serve as the chief development officer of the University and be responsible for designing and implementing its institutional development programs as well as recruiting and developing talented team members toward significantly increasing constituent involvement and financial support. The development function includes annual and endowment support, planning and solicitation of major gifts and capital campaigns, alumni and constituent relations, and donor relations and stewardship. The Vice President will oversee a team of approximately 40 staff, an annual fund of $4 million, and overall fundraising in the range of $40 million to $50 million.
For nearly two centuries, Furman University has been the place where ambitious students discover their path to lifelong success. Here, high-impact education meets purposeful support in a vibrant campus community. Education at Furman is intentionally personal, where faculty know students’ names and goals, where transformative experiences are built-in, and where every student graduates career-ready and confident. Furman University consistently ranks among the nation’s top liberal arts colleges, combining classroom excellence with transformative experiences that prepare students for lifelong success. Their recognition across multiple categories reflects their comprehensive approach to education and student development. U.S. News and World Report has ranked them #45 of National Liberal Arts Colleges, #7 of Most Innovative Schools, and #21 of Best Undergraduate Teaching.
"Our development operation is strong and positioned for even greater success. Our current campaign is on track to exceed its $476 million goal well before its conclusion—a testament to the deep commitment of our alumni, donors, and friends. We have an accomplished and dedicated development team, strong board engagement, and a community of supporters who believe deeply in Furman's mission. The next Vice President for Development will inherit real momentum and the opportunity to build something even more transformative as we enter our third century." — Dr. Elizabeth Davis, University President
For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.
For nearly two centuries, Furman University has been the place where ambitious students discover their path to lifelong success. Here, high-impact education meets purposeful support in a vibrant campus community. Education at Furman is intentionally personal, where faculty know students’ names and goals, where transformative experiences are built-in, and where every student graduates career-ready and confident. Furman University consistently ranks among the nation’s top liberal arts colleges, combining classroom excellence with transformative experiences that prepare students for lifelong success. Their recognition across multiple categories reflects their comprehensive approach to education and student development. U.S. News and World Report has ranked them #45 of National Liberal Arts Colleges, #7 of Most Innovative Schools, and #21 of Best Undergraduate Teaching.
"Our development operation is strong and positioned for even greater success. Our current campaign is on track to exceed its $476 million goal well before its conclusion—a testament to the deep commitment of our alumni, donors, and friends. We have an accomplished and dedicated development team, strong board engagement, and a community of supporters who believe deeply in Furman's mission. The next Vice President for Development will inherit real momentum and the opportunity to build something even more transformative as we enter our third century." — Dr. Elizabeth Davis, University President
For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.