Assistant Vice President, IA Systems, Operations, and Administration

Brandeis University • Waltham, MA

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About The Position

Brandeis University, a globally recognized private research institution known for academic excellence and cutting-edge research, invites you to join our Institutional Advancement team as the Assistant Vice President, IA Systems, Operations, and Administration. Located just outside Boston, Brandeis has a storied history of intellectual curiosity and social justice, deeply rooted in the vision of its founders. Today, we continue to drive change, from pioneering opioid policy research to achieving Nobel Prize-winning breakthroughs in biology. We seek a strategic leader to collaborate with our Information Technology Services (ITS) team and develop a compelling technology vision and strategy and execute tactical plans with desired results, supporting the campaign and ongoing advancement work.

Requirements

• B.A./B.S. required; M.A/M.S. preferred.
• At least 12 years of progressively responsible technology management experience including CRM.
• Understanding of fundraising operations and requirements and higher education experience.
• At least 5-8 years of supervisory experience in large and complex organizations.
• Familiarity with industry guidelines for gift accounting, including applicable IRS regulations, FASB, and CASE standards.
• Excellent organizational, relationship building and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing technology strategies and projects.
• Proven track record overseeing the successful delivery of CRM projects, ideally Salesforce.
• Strong proficiency and understanding of fundraising and business processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of planning, fiscal, and operations support for the Division.
• Lead IA's use of technology systems, Gift Administration, Data Management, and Budget and Operations functions.
• Collaborate with ITS on information management, systems, and technology projects for IA.
• Establish and drive strategies to conceptualize and implement the IA technology vision.
• Manage direct vendor and consultant relationships related to technology and information management.
• Lead Gift Administration and Recording and Biographical Records and Data Administration functions.
• Recommend, set, and communicate relevant policies, procedures, and governance controls.
• Manage budgeting and annual expenses for IA's operations.
• Oversee front-desk office staff and manage office-wide space and facilities' needs.
• Manage, mentor, and develop cross-functional staff including Director level managers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree