Assistant Dean of Philanthropy, Engineering
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Posting Number PG194871EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Assistant Dean of Philanthropy, Engineering
Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience
Work Schedule Mon-Fri 8am-5pm with some weekends as needed
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Engineering Advancement
About the Department North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today, NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 40,500 high-performing students, more than 10,000 preeminent faculty and staff and more than 310,000 dedicated alumni. NC State is a Research One (R1) university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We're also at the forefront of teaching and discovery in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth.
Engineering has been a cornerstone of NC State University since the
university's founding in 1887. Today, with more than 10,000 students and 300
tenure/tenure-track faculty, the College of Engineering is among the largest
and most preeminent engineering programs in the nation. The College of
Engineering seeks to actively engage its 78,000 alumni households, the largest
alumni body of any academic college at NC State.
Through support of the North Carolina legislature, the College is undergoing a
period of significant expansion to help meet the needs of the state's booming
technology sector. Our students and faculty are focused on meeting the Grand
Challenges of the 21st Century through discovery, innovation, education and
outreach. Our cutting-edge research and education programs provide the
knowledge and workforce to fuel the future of our state, nation and world. In
the College of Engineering, we truly Think and Do.
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Essential Job Duties The Assistant Dean of Philanthropy is the chief fundraising and engagement officer for the College of Engineering and reports directly to the Dean with a dotted line to the Associate Vice Chancellor, University Development. This role provides strategic leadership for the college's advancement program, manages the advancement team, and works closely with university leadership, faculty, alumni, donors, and community partners to advance philanthropic priorities and strengthen engagement.
The Assistant Dean also serves as President of the NC State Engineering
Foundation and sets the overarching strategy and vision for advancing
philanthropy and provides strategic leadership to developing and advancing a
comprehensive philanthropy program for the College.
The position partners closely with University Advancement, the Leadership Gift
team and the Principal Gifts team to cultivate and secure transformational
support for the College and university.
The successful candidate will lead and develop a team of advancement
professionals while personally managing a portfolio of major, Leadership and
principal gift prospects and donors.
Key Responsibilities
Leading People: The Assistant Dean will lead and develop a high-
performing advancement team by fostering a collaborative, accountable and
donor-centered culture. This role will provide mentorship, establish clear
expectations and support the professional growth and success of staff
across advancement functions.
Leading Change: The Assistant Dean will help guide the continued
growth and evolution of the organization by fostering innovation,
encouraging collaboration, and embracing new opportunities and ideas. This
leader will be adaptable in a dynamic environment, thoughtfully aligning
priorities, resources, and initiatives with the long-term goals of the
organization. Working closely with internal and external partners, the
Assistant Dean will help cultivate a shared vision that strengthens the
organization's impact, advances strategic objectives, and positions it for
sustained success
Results Driven: The Assistant Dean will be an inspiring and visible
leader who will engage the collective talents and energies of the
development team in collaboration with the AVC for University Development
and University Advancement to develop areas of highest potential including
donor pipeline building, campaign planning and implementation. They will
make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical
knowledge, and solving problems. They will hold self and others
accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, results. They will be
committed to continuous improvement.
Transformational Giving: In partnership with the Dean, University
Advancement leadership, the Leadership gifts team and the Principal Gifts
team, the Assistant Dean will help identify, cultivate, solicit and
steward prospects capable of making seven-figure and transformational
investments in the College of Engineering. This role will build strategies
to grow the pipeline for Leadership and principal gifts and collaborate
across the university to maximize philanthropic opportunities and long-
term donor engagement.
Foundation Board Strategy: The Assistant Dean's overarching
responsibility is to promote philanthropic investment to fulfill and
advance the mission of the College of Engineering. This encompasses
working with the Dean of the College of Engineering, the AVC for
University Development, Foundation board members and internal partners to
foster a culture that advances philanthropy and engagement that goes
beyond transactional and toward building lasting relationships with
donors.
Foundation Operations: As President of the NC State Engineering
Foundation, the Assistant Dean will provide leadership for Foundation
governance, board engagement, communication and fiscal oversight. This
role will work closely with the Foundation Board of Directors to support
effective operations, transparency in alignment with university policies
and priorities.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
A bachelor's degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training
and experience.
At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in major gift
fundraising and advancement leadership.
Experience developing and successful implementation of comprehensive fund-
raising strategies, including campaigns.
Experience managing institutional advancement staff.
Experience managing volunteer boards.
Other Required Qualifications
Proven leadership skills that nurture an accountable, goal-oriented and
values-based team environment.
Robust knowledge of institutional fundraising in a large, complex
organization.
Demonstrated success in personally cultivating, soliciting and stewarding
major and principal gifts from individuals, foundations and corporations
with a sound knowledge of principles, practices and ethics of charitable
giving.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills; along with
outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Ability to serve as a critical and trusted leader and partner displaying
evidence of high integrity, honesty and trustworthiness.
Demonstrated ability to develop strategic plans, implement programs and
manage and implement change.
Unrelenting commitment to a collaborative and collegial team approach.
Strong track record of working effectively with volunteers, faculty and
administrators, engaging them in the life of the institution and assisting
them in improving their effectiveness in all aspects of fundraising.
Demonstrated ability to exercise a high degree of sound judgement and
diplomacy, and a commitment to confidentiality are essential.
Experience managing and motivating advancement professionals.
Preferred Qualifications
A master's degree is preferred along with at least eight years in
fundraising at a research university or research institute.
Previous campaign experience is preferable along with a strong knowledge
of all aspects of corporate/foundation, individual and planned giving.
An understanding of the land grant, research Tier One university
environment.
Familiarity with NC State University.
Management and oversight experience of a foundation or 501©3 nonprofit.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
A valid North Carolina Driver's License is required within 60 days of
start date. Must be maintained as a condition of employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License required No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 09/11/2026
Anticipated Close Date Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be
authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future
sponsorship.
Position Details
Position Number 00006023
Position Type EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID 140101 - College Of Engineering - Dean's Office/Administration
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(Open Ended Question)
Please summarize your experience providing strategic leadership for an advancement or development program. Include the size and scope of the teams and programs you have led, the breadth of your responsibilities, and the length of time you have served in these roles. Highlight your experience with campaign planning and implementation, pipeline development, and innovative fundraising initiatives or approaches you have led. (Please limit your response to 250 words)
(Open Ended Question)
Please highlight your recent fundraising results and impact. Specifically, include the total amount raised and number of gifts closed in each of the past two or three fiscal years, with particular attention to seven-figure commitments and other significant gifts. Please describe one significant gift or fundraising achievement you are especially proud of, including your specific role in the process. (Please limit your response to 300 words)
(Open Ended Question)
Please describe your experience leading, coaching, and developing advancement professionals. How have you built high-performing teams, motivated and held staff accountable, and supported the professional growth of team members? Please share an example of how your leadership or coaching helped an individual or team achieve stronger results. (Please limit your response to 250 words)
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