The University of New Hampshire (UNH) seeks a strategic and innovative academic leader to serve as the next Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration (EVPFA). The Executive Vice President is a key partner in developing and implementing the University’s financial strategy and strategic plan. Working collaboratively with President Elizabeth S. Chilton, Provost Jen Riley, and University leadership, as well as the UNH System Board of Trustees, the EVPFA ensures that the institution’s operational and capital resources are deployed responsibly and consistently with its strategic plan.
Founded in 1866, the University of New Hampshire (UNH), the state’s public research university, provides comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate programs and graduate programs of distinction. With an 18:1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, students collaborate with faculty in teaching, research, creative expression and service. UNH has a national and international agenda and holds land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant charters. With its main campus in Durham and campuses in Manchester and Concord (UNH School of Law), the university serves New Hampshire and the region through continuing education, cooperative extension, cultural outreach, economic development activities and applied research.
The EVPFA reports directly to the President and serves as a key member of the President’s Executive Leadership Team and the University System of New Hampshire (USNH) financial team. The EVPFA is responsible and accountable for a diverse portfolio of divisional units, including the full suite of finance, facilities, real estate, hospitality and campus services, human resources, enterprise technology for the USNH, and the campus police. UNH is currently initiating changes to its budget process and model, and the EVPFA will have strong responsibility in helping to lead the transition to the new approach. The successful candidate for this position will be a highly skilled and talented executive with multifaceted expertise and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Particularly important will be a team focus that engages vice presidents, deans, and other stakeholders in the financial and operational success of the University. The candidate will exhibit exceptional strategic, financial, management, and operational skills and a demonstrated track record of leadership success in organizations of analogous complexity with multiple stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing, mentoring, and developing diverse teams, as well as experience leading operational, strategic, and multi-year financial planning.
The Search Committee is currently accepting and reviewing applications until the position is filled. Consideration of applications will begin November 24, 2025.
Candidates Should Provide:
All application materials should be submitted electronically in PDF format through the AGB Search portal system at bit.ly/46WePLF. Should you have any questions or encounter any difficulties with the application process, please contact: UNH_EVPFA@agbsearch.com
The search is being assisted by AGB Search. Please direct any nominations, expressions of interest, or questions regarding the application process to UNH_EVPFA@agbsearch.com or to the AGB Search team below:
Lawrence R. Ladd
Executive Search Consultant, AGB Search
larry.ladd@agbsearch.com
(508) 274-0910
Margaret “Peggy” Plympton
Principal, AGB Search
margaret.plympton@agbsearch.com
(484) 554-4542
