May 29th, 2026
Temple University
Associate Vice President for Individual Giving and Campaign Priorities
( Pennsylvania | Hybrid )
Job Description
Position Details
Position: Associate Vice President for Individual Giving and Campaign Priorities
Organization: Temple University – Institutional Advancement
Salary Range: $132,300 – $200,000
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (On-Campus and Remote)
Location: Philadelphia, PA (Main Campus)
About Temple University
Temple University’s Institutional Advancement Department is seeking an Associate Vice President for Individual Giving and Campaign Priorities.
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
12 paid holidays
Tuition remission (eligible employees and dependents may obtain a degree tuition-free)
Generous retirement plan
Salary Range: $132,300 – $200,000
A variety of factors are reviewed when considering compensation, including job responsibilities, education, experience, internal equity, departmental budget, and funding source.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement (SAVPIA), the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Individual Giving and Campaign Priorities provides strategic leadership and oversight for major and principal gift fundraising across Temple University.
This senior leadership role is responsible for driving philanthropic support aligned with the university’s highest institutional priorities while ensuring a coordinated and high-performing approach to individual giving across schools, colleges, and central initiatives.
The AVP manages a team of senior fundraising professionals, including an Assistant Vice President and an Executive Director, and maintains a selective portfolio of principal-level donors.
The incumbent partners closely with:
Deans
Assistant Deans of Development
Senior academic and administrative leaders
Central advancement teams
to align donor interests with priorities that advance research, student success, and institutional growth.
As a member of the Institutional Advancement senior leadership team, the AVP plays a critical role in:
Campaign strategy
Pipeline development
Fostering a culture of philanthropy across the university
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Details
Background Check Requirements
This position requires the following background checks:
Cash Handling
Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
Required Education & Experience
Master’s Degree required
Minimum of ten (10) years of directly related experience
Progressive leadership experience in major and principal gift fundraising
Experience leading high-performing fundraising teams
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education & Experience
Experience providing strategic leadership during a capital campaign
Required Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated success securing seven-figure gifts
Demonstrated success leading complex fundraising organizations
Strong leadership and team management skills
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
Strategic thinking and planning capabilities
Ability to work effectively in a complex, matrixed environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed
Work Arrangement
This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement consisting of on-campus and remote work. The duration and structure of the arrangement are at the discretion of Temple University and the department.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Temple University is committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of its operations, including employment, services, and educational programs.
The University does not discriminate based on:
Age
Color
Disability
Marital status
National origin or ethnic origin
Race
Religion
Sex (including pregnancy)
Sexual orientation
Gender identity
Genetic information
Veteran status
Compliance Statement
Employees are expected to avoid ethical, legal, financial, and other conflicts of interest and ensure that outside activities do not conflict with institutional responsibilities.
Employees must comply with:
Applicable laws
University policies
Employment regulations
NCAA regulations (where applicable)
Campus Safety Information
Temple University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. Go here to review: https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-report
A copy may be requested through Temple University’s Department of Public Safety at 215-204-7900.
Position Information
Primary Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Main Campus
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting Date: May 18, 2026
How to Apply
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