Director of Development, Paul College
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Summary
Operating Title | Director of Development, Paul College |
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Long Classification Title | DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR |
Campus Location | Durham |
Department | UNH Foundation Operating |
Summary of Position | The Director of Development (DoD) leads major gift fundraising efforts on behalf of UNH’s Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics (Paul College). The incumbent will manage a portfolio of prospects capable of making philanthropic contributions (focused on the $100,000+ level) from various constituencies (alumni, parents/families, friends, faculty, staff, etc.) to support the priorities of Paul College. They will also manage several junior Development team members, providing effective motivation and mentorship that strengthens performance and drives goal-oriented outcomes. The DoD will strengthen the Paul College major gift team’s results and lead the planning and decision making that connects Development with the evolving vision and priorities for Paul College. To be successful in this role, the DoD must work closely with dynamic academic leadership and other key stakeholders in Paul College (primarily the Dean), while also collaborating with colleagues and leadership across Development and University Advancement. The DoD will instill a heightened level of engagement with donors, prospects, and board members, setting the tone for the highest levels of fundraising achievement and program caliber that reflects the University’s culture, mission, and evolving strategic plans. |
Acceptable minimum level of education | Bachelor's |
Acceptable minimum years of experience | 5-7 years |
Additional Job Information | The Director of Development, Paul College will join the University of New Hampshire Foundation at a critical time during an ambitious fundraising campaign in anticipation of a public launch in 2025. The incumbent embraces goal-oriented outcomes and is an entrepreneurial, strategic, and creative thinker who is passionate about the major gift potential for Paul College, and capable of building and expanding relationships with constituents in ways that have a quantifiable impact on philanthropic achievement. The DoD will have a proven track record in closing major gifts while possessing outstanding interpersonal competencies, ability to effectively manage projects/priorities, and be highly motivated, organized and detail oriented. |
Posting Number | PS4496FY24 |
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Salary Information | Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off. |
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/60194 |
Percent Time Information (FTE) | 1.00 |
Grade | 30 |
EEO Statement | 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, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status. |
Institution Information |
About the UNH Foundation (UNHF) and UNH Development: Established in 1989, the UNHF exists to build private philanthropic support for the university with the goal of strengthening programs and supporting students, faculty and staff. The UNHF wrapped up “CELEBRATE 150: The Campaign for UNH” in 2018, successfully raising over $300M from 45,000+ donors, and is now working through its next fundraising campaign set to conclude in 2027. The UNH Development team is the fundraising arm of the UNHF, working to advance the mission of the university by inspiring giving among alumni, parents/families, friends, employees, corporations, and foundations. By building and strengthening relationships, our donor-centered approach connects stakeholders’ passions and philanthropic goals to funding opportunities at UNH, resulting in meaningful and lasting impacts across the university. With most team members assigned to fundraise for a specific area of the university, and dedicated staff focused on all aspects of Development, from annual giving, leadership giving, major and principal giving, planned giving, and foundation relations, our team is structured to ensure every level of the donor pyramid is poised for growth and success in the short and long-term. The culture of our Development team is ambitious about the potential of our fundraising outcomes, embraces diverse perspectives, commits to professional growth, operates with integrity and collaborates in every way possible. Please join us!
About Paul College: The University of New Hampshire Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics is one of the best business schools in New England and the nation. Our goal is to excite you about your learning, engage you in powerful educational experiences, empower you to make the most of your academic and community life at UNH, and prepare you to excel in your career and build a meaningful life. The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
UNH Diversity Statement: The University of New Hampshire is committed to building and nurturing an environment of inclusive excellence where all students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We also are committed to providing open and inclusive access for all alumni, volunteers, learners, employees, and visitors seeking to participate in our programs and activities. We venture to sustain a campus environment that fosters mutual respect and understanding. We believe diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are foundational values inextricably linked to achieving our core educational mission and embrace the many characteristics of our community members that make them uniquely themselves. Here, you belong, and all are welcome. The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide |
Posting Details
Posting Date | 03/12/2024 |
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Open Until Filled | Yes |
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Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? | No |
Interested Internal Candidates Exist? | No |
Job Category | Salaried Staff (Exempt) |
Appointment Type | Regular |
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Drivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply. | None applicable |
Duties / Responsibilities
Job Duties
Duty/Responsibility | Front-Line Fundraising (80%)
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Duty/Responsibility | Management, Planning & Coordination (20%)
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