Senior Associate Director, Athletics Development (Hybrid)

University of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

University of New Hampshire seeks an Associate Director of Development for Athletics to lead major gift fundraising and cultivate a portfolio of UNH Athletics supporters. The role collaborates with UNH Development, Athletics leadership, coaches, and volunteers to secure multi-year commitments and engage donors in strategic priorities.

The ADoD will travel regionally and nationally, manage donor portfolios, craft compelling proposals, and steward relationships to maximize philanthropy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of fundraising experience or related field experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a robust portfolio of major gift prospects within UNH Athletics and engage donors to increase support.
• Travel across the state, region, and nationally to conduct up to 150 visits annually via video, phone, or in-person.
• Craft funding proposals and solicit major gifts aligned with Athletics priorities.
• Support campus campaigns and drive donor engagement through stewardship and communications.
• Move prospects through the Development pipeline and coordinate with teams across UNH.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship building

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of New Hampshire seeks an Associate Director of Development for Athletics to lead major gift fundraising and cultivate a portfolio of UNH Athletics supporters. The role collaborates with UNH Development, Athletics leadership, coaches, and volunteers to secure multi-year commitments and engage donors in strategic priorities.

The ADoD will travel regionally and nationally, manage donor portfolios, craft compelling proposals, and steward relationships to maximize philanthropy.