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What We Seek:

The University of New Mexico Foundation is seeking a talented professional to provide direct fund-raising, alumni relations, and event management services for the UNM School of Engineering. At the direction and with guidance from the Sr. Director of Development, this individual will manage alumni engagement and fundraising events for the School that include campaign events, Distinguished Alumni Awards, alumni and donor social gatherings, and more. In consultation with the rest of the Engineering Development Team, the chosen candidate will lead the creation of annual giving solicitation and stewardship materials for the School and participate in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of fund-raising projects and programs to meet established development goals, strategies, and objectives. We encourage applications from candidates who are passionate about cultivating relationships, fluent in all forms and levels of communication, empathetic, hungry for knowledge, a true self-starter, and one who regards sales and fundraising as valuable artforms. What We Require: This individual must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community; the ability to foster effective working relationships within a team environment and in planning and implementing long-and short-range development initiatives to meet established priorities. In addition, this person must have database and records management skills, a working knowledge of a variety of fund-raising strategies and methods, and proficient in the use of personal computers and software applications. What We Prefer: The chosen candidate must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution; OR a combination of some higher education and more than one year of relevant experience, and at least one year of successful fundraising and development experience, preferably in higher education. Compensation Salary Range $50,000 - $55,000 Why Join the Foundation: The UNM Foundation is an active, diverse, creative, and inclusive community. We offer the opportunity to work collaboratively with a group of highly motivated, mission-driven, and results-oriented development professionals and administrators. We offer a broad set of competitive benefits including healthcare options, ongoing professional development, educational opportunities, unlimited flexible paid leave, paid holidays, a wellness program, exceptional retirement contributions, and much more. The role of great public, research-intensive universities has never been more critical. In addition to generating advanced research and educating future leaders through nationally ranked academic programs, UNM impacts lives and communities worldwide. The UNM Foundation staff is central to this equation, and we invite you to apply and be part of a movement changing lives for generations to come. Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Albuquerque, NM