Description:
Collaborating with the Director, Foundation Relations, this position will help build on the Center’s base of foundation support, seeking new local, regional and national grant opportunities, as well as upgrading and renewing current supporters. The Manager, Foundation Relations works with the development team to execute the department’s fundraising goals and with other departments, such as programming and education/community engagement, to effectively articulate the Center’s case for support.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, interim and final reports, and other letters of communication with donors tailored to their specific interests.
- Conduct research and identify prospective foundation and government funders.
- Maintain a comprehensive database of foundation prospects, including their funding priorities, deadlines and contact information.
- Monitor grant agreements and reporting and recognition obligations to ensure compliance with donor requirements for grant-funded programs.
- Maintain accurate records of all foundation interactions, grants received and outcomes achieved.
- Performs other duties as deemed appropriate by the Director, Foundation Relations.
Ideal Experience
- At least 2 years’ experience in fundraising, preferably in the non-profit field.
- A bachelor’s degree is required. Creative and legal writers, as well as English, journalism, public policy and community development majors, are encouraged to apply.
- Excellent writing, editing, analytic, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently on deadline-critical projects.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to use online search tools for research.
- Computer proficiency in word-processing, understanding of and experience in preparing financial reports and spreadsheets.
- Must be detail oriented, organized and have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Understanding of collaborative, team-oriented leadership style.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.