UCF Foundation, Inc.
Executive Director, Corporate Foundation Relations
UCF Foundation, Inc., Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Advancement & Partnerships :
Join our dynamic and growing Advancement & Partnerships team as we work together to power partnerships and transform lives through philanthropy.
Together, we can unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world. Your efforts on our team will help us to build the University for the Future.
The Opportunity:
The University of Central Florida is seeking an accomplished and strategic Executive Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations (CFR) to lead efforts in securing significant investments from corporations and foundations. This role is pivotal in advancing UCF's mission to drive student success, research, innovation, and excellence, contributing to the university's goal of becoming one of the Top 25 public research universities.
Classification Title:
Development Director III
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
Support the AVP of Corporate & Foundation Relations in implementing a strategy that aligns with UCF’s strategic plan, driving student success, research, innovation, and excellence.
Develop and drive complex strategies with corporations and private foundations capable of making significant investments across the university, fostering long-term partnerships.
Relationship Building:
Build and grow relationships with CFR donors, UCF’s academic community, and the UCF Foundation (UCFF) to define and drive sustained value creation for all stakeholders.
Identify major gift-level CFR prospects and execute strategic directions that culminate in financial support for UCF.
Team Leadership:
Manage and provide leadership to the CFR Associate Directors of Development, including planning and monitoring budgets, optimizing resource use, and overseeing activities involving volunteers, prospects, faculty, and administration.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills in guiding multiple corporate engagement teams to coordinate effectively across the university, delivering measurable value to UCF and its partners.
Strategic Engagement:
Ensure that each strategic engagement plan identifies opportunities to diversify and grow university revenue across a range of options.
Facilitate meaningful engagement with UCF for assigned corporate partners through diversified tactics, including access to students and faculty, on-campus experiences, programmatic integration, participation in advisory boards, and opportunities to connect with UCF leadership.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 6+ years or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.
Preferred Qualifications:
Extensive experience in corporate and foundation relations or a related field, preferably within a higher education or nonprofit setting.
Experience with CRM systems such as Blackbaud CRM, Salesforce, or Raiser's Edge and technology.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Knowledge of fundraising best practices and philanthropic trends.
Proven track record of securing significant investments from corporations and foundations.
Strong leadership and team management skills with experience in overseeing development professionals.
Excellent relationship-building abilities with donors, corporate partners, and internal stakeholders.
Strategic thinker with the ability to drive complex initiatives and partnerships.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire various audiences and stakeholders.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
Advancement and Partnerships values the unique contributions that each team member brings to our division. The determination of a successful candidate's starting salary will vary based on several factors, including education and relevant experience.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?
As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. You’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country.
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
Flexible work environment
And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Department:
UCF Foundation - Accounting
Work Schedule:
UCF business hours are 8am - 5pm. Hybrid work options available as per UCF policy and with supervisory approval.
Type of Appointment:
Regular
Expected Salary:
$104,664.00 to $140,000.00
Job Posting End Date:
11-12-2024-12-00-AM
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.
The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
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Join our dynamic and growing Advancement & Partnerships team as we work together to power partnerships and transform lives through philanthropy.
Together, we can unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world. Your efforts on our team will help us to build the University for the Future.
The Opportunity:
The University of Central Florida is seeking an accomplished and strategic Executive Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations (CFR) to lead efforts in securing significant investments from corporations and foundations. This role is pivotal in advancing UCF's mission to drive student success, research, innovation, and excellence, contributing to the university's goal of becoming one of the Top 25 public research universities.
Classification Title:
Development Director III
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
Support the AVP of Corporate & Foundation Relations in implementing a strategy that aligns with UCF’s strategic plan, driving student success, research, innovation, and excellence.
Develop and drive complex strategies with corporations and private foundations capable of making significant investments across the university, fostering long-term partnerships.
Relationship Building:
Build and grow relationships with CFR donors, UCF’s academic community, and the UCF Foundation (UCFF) to define and drive sustained value creation for all stakeholders.
Identify major gift-level CFR prospects and execute strategic directions that culminate in financial support for UCF.
Team Leadership:
Manage and provide leadership to the CFR Associate Directors of Development, including planning and monitoring budgets, optimizing resource use, and overseeing activities involving volunteers, prospects, faculty, and administration.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills in guiding multiple corporate engagement teams to coordinate effectively across the university, delivering measurable value to UCF and its partners.
Strategic Engagement:
Ensure that each strategic engagement plan identifies opportunities to diversify and grow university revenue across a range of options.
Facilitate meaningful engagement with UCF for assigned corporate partners through diversified tactics, including access to students and faculty, on-campus experiences, programmatic integration, participation in advisory boards, and opportunities to connect with UCF leadership.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 6+ years or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.
Preferred Qualifications:
Extensive experience in corporate and foundation relations or a related field, preferably within a higher education or nonprofit setting.
Experience with CRM systems such as Blackbaud CRM, Salesforce, or Raiser's Edge and technology.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Knowledge of fundraising best practices and philanthropic trends.
Proven track record of securing significant investments from corporations and foundations.
Strong leadership and team management skills with experience in overseeing development professionals.
Excellent relationship-building abilities with donors, corporate partners, and internal stakeholders.
Strategic thinker with the ability to drive complex initiatives and partnerships.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire various audiences and stakeholders.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
Advancement and Partnerships values the unique contributions that each team member brings to our division. The determination of a successful candidate's starting salary will vary based on several factors, including education and relevant experience.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?
As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. You’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country.
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
Flexible work environment
And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
#LI-HYBRID
Department:
UCF Foundation - Accounting
Work Schedule:
UCF business hours are 8am - 5pm. Hybrid work options available as per UCF policy and with supervisory approval.
Type of Appointment:
Regular
Expected Salary:
$104,664.00 to $140,000.00
Job Posting End Date:
11-12-2024-12-00-AM
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.
The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr