ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY

VinUniversity is a private, not-for-profit university established by Vingroup – the largest private conglomerate in Vietnam, by the Decision No. 1824/QĐ-TTg of Prime Minister of Vietnam, dated December 17, 2019. VinUni aspires to become a university of excellence with a mission to develop talents for the future.

The University has built strategic collaborations with Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania — a choice that speaks to our commitment to excellence, innovation in research and teaching, and to making a difference in the world.

VinUniversity comprises of College of Arts and Sciences; College of Business and Management; College of Engineering and Computer Science; and College of Health Sciences. Every aspect of the University: its curricula, research, faculty, student body, facilities, and campus life, is developed to meet the highest standards set by the world’s leading accrediting and ranking organizations, such as ABET, AACSB, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), and Times Higher Education (THE).

The institution has also signed collaboration agreements to offer integrated dual degree with leading universities in computer science, engineering, business management and health sciences.

In October 2020, VinUniversity’s inaugural convocation ceremony was held on its beautiful campus located at Vinhomes Ocean Park, Hanoi, Vietnam. The University was set up with a total investment of VND 6,500 billions (approximately USD 285 millions) from Vingroup.

In October 2024, VinUni has become the youngest and fastest university in the world to achieve QS 5 stars, earning 5 stars in 9 categories: global engagement, good governance, programme strength, academic development, teaching, employability, facilities, arts, and social impact.

On March 27, 2025, VinUniversity officially received the FIBAA Institutional Accreditation Certificate from the Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation (FIBAA). This milestone marks VinUni as the first university in Vietnam to achieve 100% of FIBAA accreditation criteria within just five years of operation.

As a multisector corporation, Vingroup focuses on five main areas: - Industrials & Technology, Real Estate & Services, Social Enterprises. VinUniversity is proud to be a part of the Vingroup ecosystem, giving its students opportunities to connect with several high-quality research institutes (such as VinBigData), pioneering industrial enterprises (such as VinFast, VinRobotics, VinMotion), and leading Vietnamese companies (such as Vinpearl, Vinmec, and Vinhomes).

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Development Specialist will play a key role in advancing the mission of VinUniversity by driving strategic fundraising and partnership initiatives. This position is responsible for cultivating relationships with corporate partners, foundations, alumni, and philanthropists to secure financial and in-kind support for scholarships, academic programs, research, and university development priorities. The Specialist will also contribute to the design and execution of campaigns, proposals, events, and stewardship plans to enhance engagement and long-term commitment from donors and partners.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Fundraising and Partnership Development

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospective donors including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Develop customized proposals and presentations for scholarships, sponsorships initiatives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to prepare donor engagement packages and partnership pitches.
• Maintain a database of prospects, interactions, and pledges.

1. Donor Engagement and Stewardship

• Design and implement stewardship plans to maintain strong donor relationships.
• Organize appreciation events, scholarship award ceremonies, and impact reporting activities.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications to publicize donor stories and sponsorships.

1. Strategic Initiatives and Campaigns

• Support the execution of capital campaigns and targeted fundraising initiatives aligned with VinUniversity’s strategic goals.
• Conduct benchmarking and market research to identify new funding models and partnership opportunities.

1. Internal Collaboration and Support

• Work closely with other CAID units to align development efforts with university-wide engagement strategies.
• Support university leadership and members in their development and fundraising activities.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, International Relations, Education, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in fundraising, business development, corporate partnerships, or advancement roles.
• Experience working in higher education, nonprofits, or CSR-driven organizations is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Vietnamese.
• Proposal writing, donor communication, and project management skills.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strategic thinking with a results-driven mindset.
• Knowledge of CRM systems or fundraising databases is a plus.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, please submit (1) Curriculum-Vitae, (2) a cover letter.
• We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.