Annual Giving Officer, UNH Franklin Pierce School Of Law & UNH Library

Operating Title Annual Giving Officer, UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law & UNH Library
Long Classification Title DIRECTOR OF FUND RAISING
Campus Location Durham
Department UNH Foundation Operating
Summary of PositionThe Annual Giving Officer (AGO) for UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law and the UNH Library works as part of a high-performing, donor-centered fundraising team to drive the strategy, design, management, and execution of comprehensive annual giving programs that generate financial support. The AGO is responsible for developing personal relationships with an assigned portfolio of individuals that result in renewed or increased giving. Using email, social media, texting, a guided fundraising platform, video conferencing, phone, and via in-person visits, the AGO cultivates donors, provides information that deepens their understanding and connection, and solicits them for annual gifts with a goal of strengthening the major gift pipeline. The incumbent will report to the Director of UNH Annual Giving Programs and partner with the dean of each unit to lead the expansion of existing annual giving efforts and transform them into high-caliber, high-ROI programs that reflect each unit’s unique culture, mission, goals, and strategic plan. As a results-motivated, curious, and digital-first communicator who is committed to living out the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, the AGO helps grow and strengthen a generous community at scale by leveraging digital communication tools to express gratitude, raise philanthropic dollars, and invite engagement.
Acceptable minimum level of education Bachelor's
Acceptable minimum years of experience 3 years
Additional Job InformationAdditional Job Information: The AGO will join the University of New Hampshire Foundation at an inflection point as we move forward with the quiet phase of an ambitious fundraising campaign. The incumbent will build essential relationships and work with leaders and colleagues throughout UNH Franklin Pierce and the UNH Library to provide strategy, support, best practices, and recommendations and ensure a comprehensive solicitation approach to donors through a variety of solicitation methods. They will have a proven track record in annual giving fundraising or a closely related field of expertise, and will possess outstanding interpersonal competencies, ability to effectively manage projects, and be highly motivated, organized and detail oriented. The AGO will embrace goal-oriented outcomes with a heightened level of engagement for all constituencies. At the UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law, the incumbent will engage 4,000+ alumni, expand a $300K annual fund, and increase alumni participation beyond current levels. At the UNH Library the AGO will expand the base of support by identifying and engaging individuals who are interested in financially contributing to advance the library’s mission. While managing a robust donor portfolio for each unit, the AGO will continually strive to improve and extend relationships with all constituencies in ways that have a quantifiable impact on philanthropic revenue. In addition, they will participate in leading an expansion of the existing vehicles and practices through which UNH can capitalize on the energy of a passionate and loyal alumni body. 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. About the UNH Foundation (UNHF) and UNH Development: Established in 1989, UNHF exists to build private support for the university with the goal of strengthening programs, supporting students, and providing new opportunities for faculty excellence. Now in the silent (planning) phase of its current campaign, UNHF wrapped up a successful $300M+ campaign, “CELEBRATE 150: The Campaign for UNH” in 2018 and obtained new funds from 45,000+ donors. The UNH Development team advances the mission of the university by inspiring private giving among alumni, parents/families, friends, corporations and foundations. By building and strengthening relationships, our donor-centered approach connects stakeholders’ passions and philanthropic goals to opportunities to support the university priorities that matter to them. Our team produces meaningful and lasting impact for students and our state, embraces diverse perspectives, commits to professional growth, and is breaking UNH fundraising records. Join us!About UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law: UNH Franklin Pierce is an intimate, innovative law school, committed to developing students who enjoy challenging dialogue from the first moments of orientation, embrace practice-based learning, and stand ready to join the ranks of alumni who are global leaders in intellectual property, general practice, public interest and social justice, and commerce and technology. The school is located in Concord, New Hampshire, home to the state’s legislature, state offices, as well as local, state and U.S. federal courts, and recently earned the U.S. News and World Report Top 10 distinction in intellectual property law.About UNH Library: The UNH Library is actually four: Dimond Library — an architecturally acclaimed facility featuring an academic commons as well as UNH’s archives and museum — and the university’s engineering, math and computer science library, physics library and chemistry library. It depends on philanthropic support to help improve its collections, facilities, services, and programs for students, faculty, staff, and New Hampshire residents.
Posting Number PS2588FY22
Other minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum of 3-5 years of annual giving fundraising experience (or equivalent experience e.g. sales/marketing)

• Demonstrated experience with annual giving fundraising strategies and donor qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies

• Demonstrated understanding of the relevance of philanthropy

• Demonstrated experience working in a metrics-driven environment

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, about fundraising support; requires the ability to build rapport in an open, friendly, and accepting way, listen attentively and change the thinking of, or gain acceptance of, others in sensitive situations

• Strong interpersonal skills including negotiation and communication; able to reach across a wide variety of audiences for different areas of ethics and compliance

• Sensitivity and experience interacting with internal and external constituents who are diverse in characteristics such as age, education level, race, gender identity and expression, ability, and socioeconomic backgrounds in a culturally competent and supportive manner

• Demonstrated understating of the responsibility to maintain sensitive information

• Sound judgment and ability to work well as part of a team, including collaboration with diverse university units and others

• Ability to provide effective project management

• Ability to travel on behalf of the university including local, regional, and domestic trips

• Commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and advancement

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the law school and university library environment

• Knowledge of the fundraising profession, theories, and standards

• Knowledge of philanthropy policies, practices, and systems

• Proficiency in database technologies and Microsoft Office

• Experience with volunteer engagement

Salary InformationSalary 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/42314
Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.00
Grade 22
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, veteran status, or marital status, genetic information, and political orientation. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.

Institution Information
Posting Date 08/12/2021
Open Until Filled Yes
Closing Date
Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? No
Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No
Job Category Salaried Staff (Exempt)
Appointment Type Regular
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