Vice President of Advancement at USPI

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Philanthropy Strategy, Revenue Growth, Annual Giving, Major Gifts, Principal Gifts, Planned Giving, Corporate Partnerships, Foundation Grants, Campaign Management, Donor Pipeline Management, Prospecting, Stewardship, External Relations, Advocacy, Board Engagement, Team Leadership

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Description

Careers at Our Amazing Place. At The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh, we’ve built our legacy on being amazing. After more than a century of the highest quality care and service to children and their families, we’re forever proud of our team members who don’t just make a career here – they make a difference. Job Title: Vice President of Advancement Location: 1405 Shady Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Schedule: Monday through Friday, Full Time, Onsite. The Vice President of Advancement (VPA) develops, coordinates, and leads The Children’s Institute’s Institutional Advancement strategy, focusing on philanthropy and external advocacy. The VPA designs and executes a comprehensive, data informed growth plan that enables the organization to be nimble in an ever changing environment, honors the Institute’s history and traditions, and inspires, engages, and sustains our constituencies. As a collaborative member of the Senior Leadership team, the VPA closely partners with the President & CEO, COO, and leadership to advance organizational priorities and reports regularly to the Board of Directors and other stakeholders on fundraising and advocacy progress. The VPA directly supervises the Senior Director of Individual Giving and the Director of Corporate, Foundation, and Government Relations, and provides strategic leadership for the broader advancement function. Responsibilities Philanthropy Strategy & Revenue Growth * Own the comprehensive advancement plan across annual giving, major gifts, principal gifts, planned/legacy giving, corporate partnerships, foundation grants, and special campaigns (capital/comprehensive/endowment). * Build and manage a diversified revenue portfolio with clear targets, timelines, and KPIs; ensure disciplined moves management and donor lifecycle strategies (acquisition, retention, upgrade, and reactivation). Donor Pipeline, Prospecting & Stewardship * Direct prospect research, wealth screening, portfolio assignment, and pipeline analytics; maintain healthy distribution and coverage across staff portfolios. * Ensure robust stewardship and recognition (impact reporting, thank‑you cadence, donor journeys, and engagement events) that deepen loyalty and lifetime value. * Champion a gratitude culture: equip staff and volunteers with training, messaging, and tools to authentically thank and engage donors. External Relations & Advocacy * Serve alongside the President & CEO as liaison to lobbyists and federal/state/local elected officials; track and communicate legislative issues impacting healthcare, education, and social services. * Represent The Children’s Institute at external meetings, coalitions, and community events to advance mission visibility and policy goals. Board & Committee Engagement * Partner with the Board of Directors to elevate philanthropy (board giving, peer‑to‑peer outreach, prospect introductions). * Serve as the primary staff liaison to The Children’s Institute Foundation Board, providing strategic support, coordinating meetings and materials, and presenting advancement updates to drive engagement, accountability, and informed decision-making. * Provide regular, outcomes‑focused reports featuring results, trend analysis, and strategic recommendations. Internal Collaboration & Culture of Philanthropy * Build an organization‑wide culture of philanthropy where programs, operations, and clinical teams collaborate to demonstrate impact to donors. * Integrate advancement goals into strategic planning and enterprise priorities; collaborate across departments to identify funding opportunities that accelerate program outcomes. Team Leadership, Systems & Data * Lead, coach, and develop the Senior Director of Individual Giving and the Director of Corporate, Foundation, and Government Relations, mentor emerging talent across the advancement function. * Oversee budgeting, policy development, and goal setting; refine SOPs and calendars to ensure consistent execution (solicitations, campaigns, stewardship). * Ensure CRM/data integrity, segmentation, and performance dashboards; drive insight through analytics (conversion rates, donor retention, upgrade rates, cost‑to‑raise‑a‑dollar, ROI). Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree or Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred. * Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in fundraising and advancement leadership, including a proven track record of securing major/principal gifts and managing complex campaigns. * At least 5 years of supervisory experience leading high‑performing teams. * Demonstrated success in pipeline development, portfolio management, and donor stewardship; excellence in crafting cases for support and closing gifts. * Strong strategic planning, financial acumen, and KPI management; adept at using data to drive decisions. * High integrity and discretion; adept in gift policies, donor intent, and compliance. * Clearances Required: Act 73 FBI, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, and Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Benefits Summary We're proud to offer generous benefits to our team members. Regular full-time team members are eligible for the following benefits: * Medical and Prescription insurance-Choice of two health plans and networks * Dental and Vision-Free coverage for team members. * Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays * Medical, Bereavement, Educational, & Personal Leaves * Parental leave (birth & adoption) paid-6 weeks * 403b Retirement Plan – pre-tax & Roth options; employer match after 1 year * Student Loan Refinancing Program * Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program – CI qualifies as non-profit * Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement * Professional Development/CEU’s * Life and Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance * Credit Union * Team Member Recognition Events * Referral bonus * CPR-employer paid * Travel mileage reimbursement at federal rate Are you looking for a position where you can make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families? Are you ready to brighten the future of Amazing Children? We want to hear from you! The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We serve a diverse population of children and families, and we want our workforce to reflect that same diversity. We want all interested individuals to feel welcome in applying for a career at our amazing place – we can't wait to meet you! The Children's Institute does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religious creed, AIDS or HIV status, disability, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, union membership, or veteran/military status in employment.

Responsibilities

The Vice President of Advancement develops, coordinates, and leads the Institutional Advancement strategy, focusing on philanthropy and external advocacy through a comprehensive, data-informed growth plan. This role involves owning the advancement plan across all giving types, managing revenue portfolios, directing donor pipeline activities, and serving as a liaison for external relations and advocacy.