Purpose: The Vice President (VP) of University Advancement will have demonstrated senior-level fundraising experience in an advancement team in direct solicitation, prospect management, annual giving, major and planned giving management, alumni and parent relations (if the experience is at a college or university) and comprehensive campaigns. The VP will have the ability to translate the University's mission into philanthropic partnerships. The VP will be a strong manager with the proven capability to lead and motivate members of the Advancement team, capitalizing upon their strengths and developing strategies to best utilize their time to advance Biola University’s mission through the generous financial support of alumni, families, foundations, corporatio