University of New Hampshire · 2 days ago
Executive Director, Northeast Passage
Durham, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$73K/yr - $131K/yr
10+ years expThe University of New Hampshire is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Director to lead the Northeast Passage program, which specializes in adapted sports and community-based recreational therapy. The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership, oversee program administration, manage financial aspects, and cultivate external partnerships to enhance the program's impact and sustainability.
Professional ServicesTraining
Responsibilities
Maintain a strong connection to the academic mission of the University including service, practice, education, and research
Engage all Northeast Passage staff in this mission
Serve as the lead contact for NEP with leadership at UNH
Maintain visibility and connection across campus through participation at important University events, regular attendance and participation in meetings, presentations, and engagement with Advancement, Finance, RMP, CHHS, Athletics, Administration, and other key stakeholders
Provide strategic support for academic departments within CHHS and across campus
Establish and maintain connections with key allies on campus, i.e., other centers and institutes, campus recreation, and cooperative extension
Advocate for NEP needs at each level
Participate in discussions related to appropriation requests and legislative action
In collaboration with the NEP leadership team, set and execute the strategic direction of the organization that aligns with the needs of participants, RMP, CHHS, and UNH
Seek and act upon opportunities to maintain NEP’s and UNH’s national recognition
Maintain attention to legislative agenda within the fields of therapeutic recreation and adaptive sports and engage in these initiatives to advance and protect the fields
Oversee and facilitate program development in key and emerging areas within NEP’s scope
Co-lead the Futures Board with UNH Advancement
Identify key priorities for fund development
Work closely with Advancement team to identify and solicit potential donors and sponsors
Provide appropriate stewardship of key donors to continue engagement
Oversee yearly fundraising plans and events
Supervise and guide program directors
Support productive culture and work environment
Assure that staff are educated and invested in the mission, purpose, and values of NEP, CHHS and UNH
Oversee development and compliance with policies and procedures
Devise remedial actions for any identified issues and conduct crisis management when necessary
Identify and address potential risks and opportunities within the organization and the surrounding environment and take appropriate action to mitigate or maximize the impact
Budget preparation and management:
Annual budget development
3 Year budget projections
Monthly monitoring of all accounts for income and expenses to assure adherence to budget
Oversee salary allocations and adjustments across funds
Review fee structure and adjust to keep pace with cost and market
Seek and establish reimbursement mechanisms
Grant writing and reporting
Foster positive relationships with other universities, strategic partners, professional organizations, legislative connections
Act as the public speaker and public relations representative in ways that strengthen NEP and UNH’s profile
Develop partnerships with stakeholders, sponsors, and collaborators to meet program and participant needs
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in business administration, Marketing, Nonprofit Management or a closely related field
A minimum of 10 years of management experience with a proven track record of leading teams, overseeing processes, and managing projects effectively in a nonprofit, business or higher education setting
Strong commitment to quality programs and program evaluation
Excellence in organizational management with the ability to coach staff, manage, and develop high-performance teams, achieve strategic objectives, and manage a budget
Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Persuasive and passionate communication with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills
Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to planning
Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people
Entrepreneurial mindset
Follow Northeast Passage's team values: Integrity, positivity, courage, be team oriented, trustworthy, mission-driven, and self-directed
Preferred
Experience with disability, adaptive sports and/or recreational therapy
At least three years of experience in fundraising, sales and/or marketing
Graduate Certificate in fundraising
Company
University of New Hampshire
The University of New Hampshire is the state’s public research university, providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate programs and graduate programs of distinction.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.12MKey Investors
U.S. Small Business Administration
2024-01-02Grant
2022-11-04Grant
2021-08-23Grant
Leadership Team
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Program Manager for Campus Partnerships
Andrew Stockman
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