VP Institutional Advancement

Saint Martin's University is a Catholic, Benedictine liberal arts institution rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, affirming the harmony of faith and reason, the dignity of every person, and the lifelong pursuit of truth. Guided by the Hallmarks of Benedictine Education and our core commitments to Faith, Reason, Service, and Community, we foster a welcoming and hospitable campus where faculty and staff of all backgrounds are invited to share their gifts in service of students and mission.

At the heart of Saint Martin's is a ministry of education in the liberal arts-forming students as whole persons, cultivating wisdom, and preparing graduates to contribute to the common good. We seek colleagues who are inspired to partner with the monks of Saint Martin's Abbey in this shared work: educating with care, accompanying students on their journey, and engaging in personal and communal transformation.

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Position Summary

Saint Martin's University invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President of Institutional Advancement (VPIA). The University is entering a period of growth and opportunity, grounded in a renewed commitment to form students for lives of meaning, purpose, and service to the common good. Guided by its Catholic and Benedictine tradition, Saint Martin's is a community where hospitality, stewardship, and the pursuit of truth shape both learning and leadership.

The VPIA serves as a key member of the President's Executive Cabinet and provides strategic leadership for all aspects of Institutional Advancement, including philanthropy, alumni relations, community engagement, and external partnerships. This is an exceptional opportunity for an advancement leader who seeks to align professional excellence with a mission rooted in faith, community, and hope.

Working closely with the President, Board of Trustees, the Benedictine monks of Saint Martin's Abbey, academic deans, and senior administrators, the VPIA helps shape advancement strategies that deepen the University's Catholic mission and support its long-term goals. The VPIA plays a pivotal role in inspiring generosity, strengthening relationships, and expanding partnerships that sustain and advance the University's future.

In this mission-centered role, the VPIA builds enduring relationships with alumni, parents, corporate and foundation partners, government leaders, and friends of the University, inviting them into shared partnership in Saint Martin's work. By fostering a culture of gratitude and generosity, the VPIA reinforces philanthropy as both a vital source of support and an expression of commitment to the common good.

As the University's chief development officer, the VPIA oversees efforts to secure public and private resources that sustain and enhance Saint Martin's distinctive educational mission. Through steady leadership, collaboration, and integrity, the VPIA ensures that the University continues to flourish as a Benedictine community of learners, dedicated to seeking wisdom, serving others, and advancing the shared work of transformative education.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

* Successful and progressive professional and leadership experience suitable for appointment at the vice president level.

* Professional knowledge in the areas of capital and comprehensive campaigns, planned giving, major giving, corporate and foundation relations, preferably in a higher education religiously affiliated organization, healthcare, or non-profit setting.

* Executive presence and professional range to represent the University President.

* Success in building relationships and establishing partnerships with individual donors and institutional funders.

* Expertise in supervising staff, motivating teams, and building advancement infrastructure.

* Knowledge of Catholic Intellectual Tradition, including Ex corde Ecclesiae and Catholic social teaching. Practicing member of the Roman Catholic faith preferred.

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Nominations and Applications

Applications should consist of a substantive letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and a list of five professional references with full contact information and a note indicating the nature of your working relationships with each. No references will be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. The position will remain open until filled but only applications received by February 27, 2026, can be assured full consideration.

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