Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations

The UNM Foundation Inc•Albuquerque, NM

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Join a collaborative and mission-driven team dedicated to advancing the research, education, and service missions of the University of New Mexico (UNM). The UNM Foundation seeks a strategic and results-oriented Director of Development for Corporate and Foundation Relations to support and grow philanthropic partnerships across the University’s research enterprise, centers, institutes, and interdisciplinary initiatives. This role is ideal for an experienced fundraiser who brings a strong track record in corporate and foundation engagement, along with the ability to navigate complex organizations and translate institutional priorities into compelling funding opportunities. The Director will operate both independently and in partnership with university leadership, faculty, and internal stakeholders to design and execute fundraising strategies that secure significant private-sector support. The successful candidate will be a proactive relationship builder, skilled communicator, and strategic thinker who thrives in a dynamic, multi-unit environment and is motivated by advancing impactful research and innovation.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree
At least 3 years of successful fundraising and development experience, preferably in higher education

Responsibilities

identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding corporate and foundation donors
managing a dynamic portfolio of prospects
lead and support strategic fundraising initiatives
develop competitive proposals
collaborate across the institution to align donor interests with university priorities