Advancement Careers
The Division of University Advancement engages alumni, friends, students, parents, faculty, staff, and community members in championing support for the university’s mission. Composed of interdependent units, University Advancement collectively cultivates a sense of loyalty among all Miamians toward their alma mater by focusing its attention on the value of the relationship between Miamians and their university.
Open Position | Senior Associate Vice President for Development, Central Programs
Working in collaboration with the Principal Gift team and the SAVP for Development, Constituent Programs, the SAVP for Development, Central Programs will steer their respective units through the reorganization process, developing efficient processes for their unit, overseeing the capital campaign to completion in 2027, and serve as a committed advocate for the university, its students, faculty, staff and alumni.
Open Position | Associate Director of Development, Farmer School of Business
The Associate Director of Development, Farmer School of Business will advance the mission of Miami University by planning, organizing, and implementing strategies to increase the level of personal involvement and financial commitment of alumni and friends. Particular emphasis will be given to strategies seeking philanthropic and volunteer support for the Farmer School of Business. The Associate Director will play a key role in helping the school achieve its fundraising goals.
Open Position | Associate Director of Gift Agreements and Acknowledgements
This position is responsible for writing gift agreements that document major gift commitments
to Miami University and presidential communications that enhance the relationship between
the university and its generous donors. The position collaborates with members of the Office of
Stewardship and Donor Relations as well as the Office of Development to draft, review, and
proofread gift agreements, gift acknowledgments, and other correspondence. This position
manages efficient and timely processes to ensure that gift commitments are documented in an
accurate and timely manner and donors are thanked in a consistent and meaningful way. The
position is an integral member of the Donor Relations team and reports to the Senior Director
of Donor Relations.
Open Position | Director of Development, College of Arts and Science
The Director of Development for College of Arts and Science will help advance the mission of Miami University by planning, organizing, and implementing strategies to increase the level of personal involvement and financial commitment of donors and prospects of Miami University through its major gift program.
Open Position | Assistant Vice President of Development, Intercollegiate Athletics
The Assistant Vice President of Development, Associate Athletic Director will work strategically with key external stakeholders to set engagement activities for donors, fans, and alumni with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (ICA) at Miami University. This person will also work with other University leaders to develop and implement strategies that impact ICA broadly as well as to help advance the mission of Miami University by planning, organizing and implementing strategies to increase the level of financial support of donors and prospects to ICA.
Open Position | Associate Director of Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations
As an integral member of the Corporate and Foundation Relations team, the Associate Director will establish new and strengthen existing relationships with corporations and foundations. The Associate Director will work closely with administrators, faculty, and staff to develop a deep understanding of the strategic areas of importance and secure financial commitments in support of the immediate and long-term priorities of the university.
Open Position | Talent Manager
The Talent Manager will provide strategic direction for the Division of University Advancement to ensure we attract the right talent and help them grow to their optimal potential. The Talent Manager will oversee the full scope of processes to attract, onboard, develop, motivate, and retain high-performing employees. In addition to running full-cycle recruitment for open positions, the Talent Manager will also be constantly building a diverse pipeline of fundraising talent. Finally, this position will be vital to increase awareness and ensure that our recruitment initiatives demonstrate a measurable commitment to diversity and inclusivity.
Open Position | Senior Director of Development, Education, Health, and Society
The Senior Director of Development, College of Education, Health, and Society will advance the mission of Miami University by planning, organizing, and implementing strategies to increase the level of personal involvement and financial commitment of alumni and friends. Particular emphasis will be given to strategies seeking philanthropic and volunteer support for the College of Education, Health, and Society.
Open Position | Director of Development, Farmer School of Business
The Senior Director of Development will help advance the mission of Miami University
by planning, organizing and implementing strategies to increase the level of personal
involvement and financial commitment of donors and prospects of Miami University.
Particular emphasis will be given to strategies seeking philanthropic and volunteer
support for the Farmer School of Business.
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Open Position | Research Analyst
The Research Analyst is a member of the Office of Development within the Division of University Advancement, reporting directly to the Director of Prospect Development. The Prospect Development unit assists Miami University’s fundraising efforts by leading prospect research efforts, establishing and enforcing prospect management practices, overseeing performance management, and using analytics to help the University achieve its top priorities. The scope of prospect development tasks and duties is determined by the Assistant Vice President of Campaign Services and the Senior Associate Vice President of Development.
Open Position | Associate Director, Campaign Events
The Associate Director, Campaign Events, is responsible for strategy, planning and production for a portfolio of targeted campaign events that focus on donor cultivation and fundraising solicitation for specific high-value donor segments locally, regionally and nationally. The Associate Director, Campaign Events, works independently with divisional staff and external vendors, providing comprehensive planning and coordination of logistics for campaign-specific donor events, including virtual events. In addition, this position works collaboratively with the Associate Director, Event Management on the marketing communications team to support planning and execution of high-profile, signature campaign events. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President, Development and Campaign Director.
Open Position | Director of Development, Student Life and University Libraries
The Director of Development, Student Life and University Libraries will advance the mission of Miami University by planning, organizing, and implementing strategies to increase the level of personal involvement and financial commitment of alumni and friends. Particular emphasis will be given to strategies seeking philanthropic and volunteer support for the Division of Student Life and University Libraries.
Open Position | Assistant Director, Content
The assistant director, content is responsible for producing marketing copy that engages Miami alumni in the alumni website and drives participation in alumni initiatives and events. To be successful in this role, you should have experience with digital publishing, generating traffic, and driving responses. This position is part of the content team within Marketing Communications and Technology (MCT) and reports to the director, digital services.
