Corporate and Foundations Relations Manager

Description




Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open To The Public

Position Status: Full-Time, Regular

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0058/5

Salary Range: $67,246 – $90,308

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

Brief Description of Duties

The Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager seeks to maximize dollars raised for priority needs of the University. Oversees, the acquisition of funding and partnership relationships through prospecting, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of corporate and foundation gifts to the University of the District of Columbia Foundation. The Incumbent is expected to maintain and manage a pipeline of at least 50 prospective institutional donors, advance at least 8-10 gift conversations at $50K+ per year, and engage faculty, senior staff and potential donors in quality engagement activity. Reports to the Director of Development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to:

Fundraising

• Obtains an intimate knowledge of the University and faculty research interests and projects to determine the demand for corporate and foundations funds.
• Develops and implements an annual plan for identifying, cultivating and soliciting prospects for corporate and foundation gifts.
• Builds strong relationships with senior staff and faculty, often serving as proposal editor, budget developer or technical advisor on a solicitation or grant.
• Seeks and manages all possible points of contact between institution and grant-maker; University leaders (President, deans, provost, faculty, trustee, board member and alumni);
• Ensures that the strengths of the University intersect with a corporation or foundation’s strategy for present and future giving.
• Works with the Director of Development to source CFP leads from current donors and volunteers and provides strategic information and guidance to assist in developing goals, plans, and procedures.
• Works with Director of Development on stewardship and impact reporting.
• Ensures that corporate and foundation gift records and reports are compiled and maintained in the Raisers Edge or similar fundraising CRM.
• Collects, analyzes, and reports data; Prepares reports, presentations and proposals as required to internal and external team members and the leadership of the UDC Foundation.
• Engages with the Raisers Edge or similar CRM database regularly to record and track donor cultivation and solicitation progress. A working proficiency in the Raisers Edge platform is expected within four to six months of hire.
• Builds solid and lasting relationships with potential and existing corporate and foundation funders through active cultivation, stewardship and consistent outreach and engagement.

Grant Writing and Reporting

• Manages all element of the proposal process including coordinating with the principal investigator to complete information required for proposal submission, writes and edits the proposal, reviews funding requirements and monitors compliance with submission deadlines.
• Conducts prospect research to identify new funding sources and maintains a up to date database of grant opportunities and university program profiles.
• Manages multiple grant submissions and follows-up to ensure all Departmental and University approvals are obtained allowing for timely proposal submission, including oversight and processing of Institutional Review Board (IRB) requests.
• Develops, coordinates and/or conducts university wide training sessions on a variety of grantsmanship topics to encourage the faculty and staff to become proficient with proposal development, grant writing and electronic submission policies, reporting and post-award practices.
• Prepares and files progress and annual reports to funding agencies as required by the donor.
• Prepares and presents a monthly report of prospect pipeline and development activity to the Director of Development.
• Works with Advancement team members to develop innovative recognition and engagement opportunities, materials and events for continuity and donor stewardship; utilizes technology to increase efficiency, productivity, and market reach; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Graduate and/or professional degree preferred.
• Five years of progressive professional experience in corporate and foundation relations and grant writing.
• Documented success in cultivating and soliciting corporate and foundation gifts or grants of $50,000 and above.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced goal-oriented team environment.
• Should have experience with Microsoft Office software and demonstrate above average critical thinking, emotional intelligence, the ability to proactive, customer-focused, and to organize work in an environment that is dynamic and ever-changing.
• Must have a passion for higher education, social justice and racial equity.
• The proven ability to solicit and close financial agreements with donors is essential; and
• Proficiency in the use of fundraising and prospect research software required (Raisers Edge, Research Point, Foundation Directory Online) or related software.

Information to Applicant

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is not part of the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA).

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business, or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This position is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Residency Preference: A person applying for a position who is a bona fide District resident at the time of application for the position, may be awarded a 10-point residency preference over non-District applicants, unless the person declines the preference points. If selected, the person shall be required to present no less than 8 proofs of bona fide District residency on or before the effective date of the appointment and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of the appointment. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the 7-year period will result in forfeiture of employment.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a 'satisfactory background investigation' is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources only.

Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5380.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: https://www.udc.edu/human-resources/equal-opportunity/ .