EXECUTIVE PHILANTHROPIC ADVISOR, CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION RELATIONS #00060797

Development

The Team

Led by Tory Verkamp, Vice-Chancellor for University Advancement, the unit includes major and principal gifts, relationship management annual fund, advancement services, and the Miner Alumni Association. The development team, led by Lara Turek, thrives in a collaborative, hard-working, and collegial environment. We pride ourselves in creating an encouraging and supportive workplace and celebrating each other's accomplishments.

In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to help advance a university committed to education, research, and innovation through strategic corporate and foundation partnerships. As a lead fundraiser at Missouri S&T, you will play a critical role in securing philanthropic investment from industry and institutional partners to drive high-impact initiatives and advance the university's strategic priorities.

This role partners closely with university faculty, staff, and administrators to develop and strengthen corporate and foundation relationships, aligning institutional needs with partner interests to secure major and principal gifts. The Executive Philanthropic Advisor will support multi-million-dollar initiatives, including transformational capital projects such as the Innovation Lab and Welcome Center, and the BioPlex.

You will work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your expertise in relationship development, strategic engagement, and philanthropic partnership-building directly supports initiatives that strengthen workforce development, innovation, and research excellence. Your work will help establish meaningful partnerships that advance STEM education, expand research capacity, and create lasting institutional impact.

If you are ready to lead corporate and foundation engagement in a purpose-driven setting, this is an opportunity to contribute to transformative philanthropy and institutional growth as a key member of the Missouri S&T Development team.

Position Summary:

The Executive Philanthropic Advisor, Corporate and Foundation Relations provides strategic leadership for corporate and foundation philanthropic engagement at Missouri S&T and serves as a university-wide liaison to advance institutional priorities through coordinated partnership development.

In this role, the Executive Philanthropic Advisor will:

• Lead corporate and foundation philanthropic strategy by cultivating, securing, and stewarding major and principal gifts that advance university campaign priorities and strategic initiatives.
• Serve as a university-wide liaison and collaborative partner, convening and participating in cross-campus committees to align corporate engagement efforts, identify partnership opportunities, eliminate duplication, and strengthen coordinated outreach.
• Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans in partnership with university leadership, deans, and key stakeholders to advance institutional priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Guide the development of philanthropic vision and cases for support, working with academic and administrative leaders to translate strategic priorities into compelling investment opportunities.
• Build and manage a portfolio of corporate and foundation partners, delivering tailored proposals and advancing relationships toward transformational investment.
• Provide strategic counsel, coaching, and training to university leaders, faculty, and advancement colleagues to strengthen institutional capacity for corporate and foundation engagement.
• Represent Missouri S&T as a senior advancement leader, fostering relationships with industry leaders, corporate partners, alumni, and community stakeholders.
• Serve as a member of the Development leadership team and actively contribute to advancement strategy, professional engagement, and institutional representation.

Supervision Received: General supervision is received from the Assistant Vice Chancellor for University Advancement.

Supervision Exercised: Administrative supervision is exercised over professional staff including fundraisers and professional staff.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 7 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Minimum seven years of fundraising experience
• Proven success in campaign management, including major gift solicitation in higher education
• Project management skills
• Experience with capital/infrastructure fundraising
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Disciplined use of a central database for benefactor and prospect contacts
• Strong knowledge of philanthropic practices, ethical standards, and fund type implementation
• Ambitious professional with integrity, collaborative spirit, and a history of building strong relationships with academic leaders, benefactors, and team members. Working understanding of a research university environment is helpful.

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $92,956-$110,000 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 14

University Title: DIRECTOR IV ADVANCEMENT
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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