University of ½ûÂþÌìÌÃFoundation Seeks Applicants for Primary Leadership Role
January 10, 2025
The University of ½ûÂþÌìÌÃFoundation seeks an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as its next president and as chief development officer for the UA system.
Based in Alaska, with offices in Anchorage and Fairbanks, this role offers a unique and exciting opportunity to shape and expand philanthropy across the university system in support of its mission and priorities.
The UA Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the UA system’s mission. It provides essential infrastructure and leadership, overseeing the acceptance, management, and stewardship of philanthropic contributions. Beyond its fiduciary role, the UA Foundation offers strategic guidance, coordination, and technical expertise in fundraising and development, supporting the unique needs of the UA system’s three separately accredited universities.
The president collaborates closely with the UA Foundation Board of Directors, UA system president, and chancellors of the three universities within UA to develop and execute system-wide strategies for growing and sustaining private donations. As a steward of the university system’s philanthropic resources, the president ensures the UA Foundation fulfills its mission through prudent management, investment, and allocation of funds, always honoring donor intent. The president aligns the efforts and optimizes the resources of the foundation in support of the University of ½ûÂþÌìÌÃAnchorage, the University of ½ûÂþÌìÌÃFairbanks, and the University of ½ûÂþÌìÌÃSoutheast.
The position posting with additional information is located on the UA Careers site . The first application review date will be January 27, 2025, with the position remaining open until filled. To nominate a colleague or to have a confidential discussion about the position, please contact Meg Nordale (UA Foundation Board and search committee chair) at meg@ghemm.com.