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University of Washington

DIRECTOR FOR FOUNDATION RELATIONS

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


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Hybrid Eligible - 2 days in office, 3 days of teleworkPosting Date:

10/01/2024Closing Info:

Open Until FilledShift:

First ShiftBenefits:

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.The Corporate & Foundation Relations team has an exciting opening for a Director for Foundation Relations. This is a full-time, permanent position.As a vital member of the Corporate & Foundation Relations team, the Director for Foundation Relations is responsible for developing institutional-level relationships, strategies and approaches that increase support from local, national and international foundations, with an emphasis on fundraising for a diverse group of schools, colleges and programs. The Director will shape and manage a portfolio of foundations, developing expertise into their giving approaches and aligning funder interests with University strengths and opportunities.What You Will Do:Fundraising and Relationship Management (90%)Engage foundation prospects through a range of cultivation and solicitation activities.Work with faculty and Advancement colleagues to identify and develop opportunities for foundation support and articulate strategies for connecting foundations to the people and priorities within the relevant school and program.Collaborate with Advancement colleagues and academic leadership to drive the development of institutional strategy for select foundation prospects.Craft, review and refine proposals for foundation funding.Shepherd proposals through the submission and review process.Conceptualize, organize and host visits from foundations to campus, or coordinate visits of UW representatives to the foundation.Devise thoughtful stewardship plans as part of holistic development strategy for each foundation, including working with creative staff on the creation of reports and other collateral.Collaborate with Office of Research colleagues and the Senior Director for Foundation Relations in select limited-submission foundation opportunities.Establish key relationships with schools, programs and leaders of institutional initiatives and priorities across the University.Other Duties as Assigned (10%)MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS• Bachelor's degree AND five years of experience in development/advancement preferably in a higher education or relevant nonprofit domain.• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.What You Bring:Proven record of fundraising effectiveness and success.Demonstrated ability to lead or collaborate on strategies for establishing, cultivating and stewarding sustained and fruitful relationships with foundations.Demonstrated skill in proposal writing; knowledge of foundation prospect research.Ability to develop fundraising strategies and approaches that integrate into the University’s mission, priorities and goals.Demonstrated creativity and a persistent attention to detail.Demonstrated skills in the Microsoft Office suite.Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and furthering anti-racist practices in everyday work.What You Can Expect:Cubicle/Open workspace environment which may result in additional or higher levels of noise and visual distractions.Ability to work evening and weekend hours, as necessary, on short or limited notice.Must have regular and reliable transportation for frequent local travel and willing to travel when necessary.Application Process:

The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your “My Jobs” page.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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