Associate Vice Chancellor, Development

FUNDRAISING MGR 4 (000467)

UCPath Position ID: 40036987

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

807876

Approved Date:

3/30/2026 7:29:56 PM

Date Last Edited:

3/30/2026 7:29:53 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

1/1/2016

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

6300O

Organization:

EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

Division Code:

6310D

Division:

EXTERNAL AFFAIRS DIV

Department:

404500 - DEVELOPMENT

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40036987

Position Description ID

170163

UC Payroll Title:

FUNDRAISING MGR 4 (000467)

Personnel Program

Management and Senior Professional (MSP)

Salary Grade:

Grade 31

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

A: Manager - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40037218

Reports to Payroll Title:

VC DEV AND UNIV REL

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40037218

Department Head Payroll Title:

VC DEV AND UNIV REL

GENERAL DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent receives guidance in terms of broad goals and overall objectives and is responsible for establishing the methods to attain them. Generally the incumbent is in charge of an area of work, and typically formulates policy for this area but does not necessarily have final authority for approving policy.

000466

Fundraising Manager 3

3.0

000456

Fundraising Manager 2

2.0

000464

Fundraising Manager 1

3.0

000469

Marketing Specialist 5

1.0

005257

 Project Policy Analyst 3 RP

1.0

004702

 Executive Assistant 3 CX

1.0

320

POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Vice Chancellor for Development (AVC) is responsible for the comprehensive management of fundraising, campaigns, and external relations activities. The AVC oversees these fundraising areas: Individual Giving; Gift Planning, Foundation Relations & Corporate Philanthropy; Scholarships & Student Support Initiatives; Professional Schools; the UCLA College; International Institute; and UCLA Extension. The AVC also oversees donor engagement, comprised of donor relations, prospect management and data analytics, development events, gift policy, campaign content and creative and campaign management. This position reports to the Vice Chancellor for External Affairs, and is a member of the External Affairs senior leadership committee, made up of Development, Alumni Affairs, Government & Community Relations, and Advancement Services. Additionally, the AVC is the key liaison to the UCLA Foundation philanthropy committee, as well as serving on several UCLA campus-wide leadership committees. Within this large inclusive program of external outreach, the AVC is directly' responsible for the design and strategic planning process for the development program and its various components. In partnership, the AVC will oversee the planning, direction and evaluation of all special and campus-wide fundraising campaigns.

Development/Strategic Planning/Campaign Leadership

1. Serve as the senior development executive for the Los Angeles campus, managing the units of: Individual Giving; Gift Planning; Foundation Relations & Corporate Philanthropy; Scholarships & Student Support Initiatives; Professional Schools; the UCLA College; International Institute; UCLA Extension; Donor Engagement; Campaign Creative and Content; and Campaign Management.

60%

2. Lead all special and campus-wide fundraising campaigns. Along with the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor of External Affairs, and academic leadership, develop campaign goals, priorities, planning and strategy. Devise principal gift strategies and volunteer structures that support attainment of campaign goals. Implement communications, goals and priorities to support campaigns, including overseeing/providing leadership in the creation of campaign case statements and other communication materials. Develop and make major and principal gift solicitations for campaign gifts. 

0%

3. As a senior development executive, contribute knowledge, insight and experience to identifying and prioritizing UCLA's fundraising strategies and goals that reflect the campus' intellectual and pedagogical aspirations for its next generation.

4. Confer with campus administrators and academic officers, including the chancellor, executive vice chancellor, and deans, in determining needs and priorities appropriate for philanthropic support.

5.  Lead multi-year strategic and annual operating plans with goals, objectives, and performance metrics to ensure consistency and coordination among the various components of development and external affairs generally.

0%

6. Manage a program that seeks to match the interests of donors and prospects (including individuals, corporations, and foundations) with the needs of the campus.

7. Interact with business and community leaders, philanthropists, and other interested and dedicated individuals to increase numbers of people in programs that provide financial and volunteer support for the university's highest academic priorities; as a significant aspect of this responsibility, manage and engage personally with a portfolio of prospects.

8. Regularly review and evaluate the programs and staff structures designed to secure support and make changes as appropriate.

9. Lead units in determining the direction and thrust of their development efforts and, in particular, their volunteer structures.

0%

Leadership/ Management/ Supervision

1. Oversee the acquisition, supervision, growth, and retention of more than 300 professional fundraisers and support staff.

2. Provide advice and counsel to academic leaders and staff members on development issues.

3. Partner and collaborate with the Associate Vice Chancellor, Health Sciences Development to insure optimal and strategic use of centralized development resources to meet goals and to provide excellent donor experiences.

4. Lead and guide efforts to expand UCLA’s fundraising. 

5. Lead and collaborate closely with colleagues across advancement and throughout the campus to ensure that prospects and donors have the best possible experience when investing in UCLA's future.

20%

6. Ensure the establishment of individual plans and goals for development staff, providing leadership, direction, motivation, and evaluation of professional growth and advancement.

7. Manage divisional resources and ensure the effective allocation of staff, funding, technology, and all other resources.

8. Ensure an environment characterized by outstanding customer service and stewardship.

0%

Foster Relationships

1. Manage and enhance the relationship between central advancement/development and the leadership of the academic units. Ensure that the balance of this hybrid environment, of centralization and decentralization, built purposefully over time continues to prosper.

2. Develop relationships that will support the growth of inter- and multi-disciplinary projects.

3. Enrich and strengthen relationships and collaboration with colleagues across advancement.

20%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree

Preferred

Senior executive experience managing complex, multi-faceted organizations; expert knowledge of leadership and management principles, concepts and techniques.

Required

A minimum of 15 years’ increasingly responsible development experience, including  leadership experience in a comprehensive campaign of significant size and scope.

Required

Demonstrated experience building strong and enduring relationships between and among prospects/donors and the institution, including the full range of development activity: annual funds,

major and principal giving, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, and support structures such as prospect research, donor relations, stewardship, development events and gift policy.

Required

Expert experience in identification, cultivation and engagement of volunteer leadership, board development, and management in public and/or non-profit entities.

Required

Expert leadership and management skills to include significant experience supervising executive, professional, and technical personnel;

staff management background to include hiring, evaluation, motivation, discipline, and appropriate delegation.

Required

Experience constructing and administering budgets and programs.

Required

Experience in large, complex hierarchical environments, preferably in a higher education setting with expert level skills to meet fundraising goals and objectives.

Required

Understanding of, and preferably experience with, institutionally-related foundations.

Required

Expert knowledge of and ability to design and implement complex donor identification, cultivation and solicitation strategies and techniques.

Required

Expert level skill and demonstrated success in design and implementation of short- and long-term plans to achieve organizational goals to include expert skills to conceive design, implement and evaluate effective fundraising programs.

Required

Strength in conceiving, assessing/evaluating, integrating, and leading innovative and effective programs with other existing activities and ensuring that they support the mission, vision, goal and objectives of the organization.

Required

Expert level political acumen and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with a variety of constituencies and multiple interests to define and achieve organizational objectives.

Required

Superior analytical skills and ability to frame complex issues and problems to seek optimal solutions that serve the best interests of the organization and institution.

Required

Expert strategic planning, critical thinking and persuasion skills.

Required

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking, coaching, and persuasive communication techniques and approaches.

Required

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities and delegate.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Ability to travel as needed.

Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Non-University Setting(s)

Location:

Wilshire Glendon offices

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical Skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.