The Vice President for Institutional Advancement is appointed by the President and is directly responsible to the President for the strategy, planning, management, and coordination of all institutional development programs, including capital campaigns, special gifts, annual giving, deferred giving, prospect research, and alumnae engagement. The VPIA is responsible for leading, directing, and achieving the institution’s fundraising plan, and will work with the President to establish the institution’s vision for engagement and philanthropy. The VPIA must be exceptional at building relationships with alumnae, donors, foundation and corporate philanthropies, and local leaders. The VPIA manages the advancement team and a portfolio of donors and brings a data focus to strategy, planning, operations, and assessment. The VPIA coordinates with the President and key Cabinet leaders on revenue projection and planning. The VPIA’s responsibilities extend to those duties stated below and all other duties assigned by the President.