Kent State seeks a strategic, externally engaged Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement. Reporting to President Todd Diacon, this leader will provide direction for university-wide philanthropy and alumni engagement, while serving as a visible partner to the President, Board of Trustees, Foundation Board, deans, campus leaders, alumni, donors, and volunteers.
The Vice President will lead a comprehensive strategy that strengthens philanthropic support, deepens alumni connection, and aligns donor engagement with the university’s mission and priorities. This role requires a collaborative and trusted leader who can inspire confidence across internal and external audiences while building the relationships, systems and culture needed to support long-term institutional success.
Qualifications for the position include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in advancement, including at least five years in fundraising for a large, complex organization and experience with comprehensive campaigns including strategy, volunteer leadership, and strategic planning.
The complete position profile will be available in the next few days, but you can preview the position for more information about Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement through the following link: https://www.kent.edu/alumni-and-giving. Please note that application materials are requested by August 31, 2026 and can be submitted to Kent State VP for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement. Application materials should include a letter of interest, a current resume or CV, and contact information for five references (to be contacted with the candidate’s permission at a later date). We encourage you to submit your materials, and one of our consultants will follow up with you directly.
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