Vice President for Advancement, Indianapolis

The Indiana University Foundation is seeking a Vice President for Advancement to lead philanthropic strategy for IU Indianapolis. This is a high-impact leadership role at a pivotal moment in the campus’s evolution, with the opportunity to shape long-term growth and institutional impact.

The Vice President for Advancement serves as the senior leader responsible for developing and executing fundraising strategy for IU Indianapolis. Working in close partnership with campus leadership, including the Chancellor, this role translates institutional priorities into compelling philanthropic opportunities and leads advancement efforts across the campus.

 

This position combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution. The Vice President will operate with a high degree of autonomy, while collaborating across a complex, matrixed environment that includes the IU Foundation, academic units, and campus leadership.

 

Key Priorities

• Align philanthropic strategy with campus priorities
• Strengthen and scale fundraising performance across schools and units
• Build a high-performing, collaborative advancement organization
• Increase donor engagement and long-term fundraising outcomes

 

 

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 10 years’ experience of progressively responsible leadership in institutional advancement required; preferably with a complex urban research university or multi-campus system
• Demonstrated success in securing principal gifts ($1M+) required
• Fiscal budgetary experience required
• Combinations of education and experience will be considered

 

About IU Indianapolis

IU Indianapolis is a leading urban research campus with a strong focus on access, community impact, and student success. Located in the state’s capital, it brings together nationally recognized programs across health, business, public affairs, law, informatics, and the arts. The campus plays a central role in advancing economic mobility, workforce development, and innovation across the region.

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to build and lead a modern advancement enterprise at a mission-driven institution with strong community connections and visible impact. The work directly supports students, strengthens the city of Indianapolis, and advances the future of the region.

Additional Details

The IU Foundation welcomes applications through May 17th, 2026. Inquiries and referrals can be directed to Shannen Gibbs, Director of Talent Acquisition, at [email protected]

 

The IUF is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional work environment that is free of Discrimination and Harassment. The IUF will not tolerate any form of Discrimination or Harassment based on the Individual’s race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by law.