Director of Development, CEPS
Core
Lead major gift fundraising efforts for UNH's College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, managing a portfolio of high-level prospects and leading a development team.
Role type
Senior IC major gift director (development)
Builds
Major gift solicitations and planned gifts for an academic college
Domain
Higher education philanthropy
Required skills
Major gift solicitation, prospect portfolio management, team leadership, strategic fundraising planning, stakeholder engagement, CRM database proficiency, estate planning integration, metrics-driven analysis
Preferred skills
Master's degree, experience with estate planning instruments, board member management
Technologies
CRM database, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects; conduct 120+ personal visits annually; facilitate 10-20 major gift solicitations; mentor and manage a development team; collaborate with academic leadership on fundraising strategies; oversee preparation of fundraising materials.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities