Under the direction of the Associate Vice President of Development (AVPD) and the Dean of the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS); plan, direct, organize and coordinate the philanthropic activities for the College and Northeast Passage (NEP) fund raising efforts, including the identification, solicitation and stewardship of prospects and donors, traveling to meet with donors, directing planned giving and all major gifts, and supervising capital fund efforts. In consultation with the Vice President for Advancement and President of the UNH Foundation, AVPD and CHHS Dean to develop and implement College-wide advancement strategic plan to maximize philanthropy for the College. Identify college priorities and the cultivation and solicitation of prospects to ensure that mutually agreed upon individual visit and revenue goals and team metrics and goals are achieved. The Director of Development (DOD) will work collaboratively with the CHHS Dean to plan external travel with the goal of building the donor base, obtaining referrals for other alumni and friends to engage, and to cultivate and solicit gifts.

-Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or related field and five plus years of experience in fund raising. -Knowledge of ethical fund raising issues and practices. -Budget and supervisory experience. -Excellent oral and written communication skills. -Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy. -Strong skills in donor relations.
-General knowledge of charitable giving techniques, estate planning and applicable federal and state regulations. -Skill using applicable computer software and programs. -Ability to maintain confidentiality.-Possess a valid Driver’s License.

Fund raising experience related to areas in Health and Human Service to serve the departments/college. -Master’s degree. -Other experience in fund raising areas, such as major gifts, annual funds and planned giving.

UNH Foundation has engaged Lois L. Lindauer for this search. To apply, please visit: https://www.lllsearches.com/open-searches or contact Maureen Huminik, VP at 617-262-1102 or mhuminik@LLLSearches.com
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Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.