Executive Director of Development, UNM Hospitals & UNM Children's Hospital

If you are interested in joining the team, please submit a cover letter with your resume for consideration.

What We Seek

The University of New Mexico Foundation is seeking a strategic, experienced, and relationship-driven Executive Director of Development to lead philanthropic efforts supporting UNM Hospitals and UNM Children’s Hospital. This senior leadership role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies that advance critical healthcare priorities and expand philanthropic support for patient care, programs, and innovation that benefit communities across New Mexico.

The Executive Director of Development will provide strategic oversight of fundraising programs including major gifts, planned giving, annual giving, and campaign initiatives. This role partners closely with Foundation leadership, hospital executives, physicians, and community stakeholders to cultivate transformational philanthropic investments. The Executive Director will also lead and mentor a team of development professionals, ensuring alignment of fundraising strategies, strong portfolio management, and measurable progress toward ambitious philanthropic goals.

What We Require

The ideal candidate will bring a demonstrated record of success in major and principal gift fundraising, along with significant experience developing and implementing strategic fundraising initiatives within complex organizations. This individual must possess strong leadership and managerial capabilities, including experience supervising and mentoring development professionals and aligning team performance with institutional priorities.

Candidates should demonstrate exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage donors, institutional leadership, volunteers, and community partners with professionalism and credibility. Strong organizational and strategic planning skills are essential, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, evaluate progress toward fundraising goals, and guide staff in executing effective donor engagement strategies.

Experience utilizing donor management systems (CRM) to support portfolio management, prospect strategy, and reporting is required. The position also requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel for donor meetings, events, and institutional engagements.

The minimum education and experience required:

• Baccalaureate degree; master’s degree or higher preferred.
• Seven years of successful fundraising and development experience, preferably in higher education, experience in healthcare philanthropy is highly preferred.
• Five years of experience in management, including direct supervisory experience.

Compensation Salary Range:

The expected salary for this position is $121,000 - $151,000. This range is an estimate, and the final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, consideration of any approved geographic salary differential, and alignment with internal equity guidelines to ensure consistency across similar roles.

Why Join the Foundation:

The UNM Foundation is a diverse, inclusive, and mission-driven community dedicated to advancing the University’s impact through research, education, and service. Our staff collaborate with passionate development professionals and enjoy competitive benefits, including healthcare, professional development, flexible paid leave, paid holidays, wellness programs, and strong retirement contributions. We value diverse perspectives and unique experiences, fostering a welcoming environment where you can make a lasting difference in New Mexico and beyond.

Benefits:

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

Business Hours:

• Monday through Friday
• Operating Hours from 8:00am – 5pm (MST)
• Weekend availability for some positions

Work Location:

700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Two Woodward Center, Albuquerque, NM 87102

Accessibility:

The University of New Mexico Foundation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please contact Robert Moreno, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Generalist, at (505)-313-7657.

The University of New Mexico Foundation participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.