The College of New Jersey
Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
The College of New Jersey, Ewing Township, New Jersey, United States,
Requisition Title - Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (24001605)To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.
Job Title:
Director of Corporate and FoundationsJob Category:
Non-UnitPost Date:Close Date:
N/ASalary:
For non-unit positions, salary commensurate with experience and is accompanied by a competitive benefits package.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Development & Alumni Engagement, the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations is a member of The College of New Jersey Advancement Division's development team. The incumbent is charged with working with academic leadership and faculty to raise funds from institutional donors to support identified School needs as well as the College's highest priority projects.
Main Responsibilities:
Identifying institutional prospects and developing cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for institutional donors.
Developing and submitting proposals independently, drawing on the input and expertise of faculty and development colleagues.
Increasing faculty and staff awareness of grant funding opportunities and assisting them in the preparation of proposals and grant applications.
Initiating opportunities for faculty, administrators, and deans to interact with corporate and foundation prospects.
Maintaining professional contacts with important funders and staying current with corporate and foundation funding trends.
Working with academic leadership and faculty to raise funds from institutional donors to support identified School needs and priority projects.
Designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive and proactive development plan focused on expanding and enhancing foundation and corporate relations.
Demonstrating skill and experience with independent judgment and initiative.
Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.
Required Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree required, advanced degree preferred.
Three to five years of progressive experience in development or equivalent experience in building relationships with corporations and foundations that have led to sponsorships and/or philanthropic support.
Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of corporate and foundation fundraising in a college or comparable not-for-profit setting.
Strong organizational and communication skills and a clear, concise writing style.
History of success developing and managing relationships with campus administrators, volunteers, and corporate and foundation prospects.
Employer Qualifications:
Final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference checks.
Residency Requirement:
In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees in certain positions (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.
About TCNJ
TCNJ is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation.
Employee Benefits:
As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:
Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans.
Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program.
Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program.
Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee affinity groups.
New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.).
Access to extensive learning opportunities.
To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!
Application Instructions
Qualified candidates should apply online at: careers@tcnj.edu and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable candidate is selected.
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Job Title:
Director of Corporate and FoundationsJob Category:
Non-UnitPost Date:Close Date:
N/ASalary:
For non-unit positions, salary commensurate with experience and is accompanied by a competitive benefits package.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Development & Alumni Engagement, the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations is a member of The College of New Jersey Advancement Division's development team. The incumbent is charged with working with academic leadership and faculty to raise funds from institutional donors to support identified School needs as well as the College's highest priority projects.
Main Responsibilities:
Identifying institutional prospects and developing cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for institutional donors.
Developing and submitting proposals independently, drawing on the input and expertise of faculty and development colleagues.
Increasing faculty and staff awareness of grant funding opportunities and assisting them in the preparation of proposals and grant applications.
Initiating opportunities for faculty, administrators, and deans to interact with corporate and foundation prospects.
Maintaining professional contacts with important funders and staying current with corporate and foundation funding trends.
Working with academic leadership and faculty to raise funds from institutional donors to support identified School needs and priority projects.
Designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive and proactive development plan focused on expanding and enhancing foundation and corporate relations.
Demonstrating skill and experience with independent judgment and initiative.
Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.
Required Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree required, advanced degree preferred.
Three to five years of progressive experience in development or equivalent experience in building relationships with corporations and foundations that have led to sponsorships and/or philanthropic support.
Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of corporate and foundation fundraising in a college or comparable not-for-profit setting.
Strong organizational and communication skills and a clear, concise writing style.
History of success developing and managing relationships with campus administrators, volunteers, and corporate and foundation prospects.
Employer Qualifications:
Final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference checks.
Residency Requirement:
In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees in certain positions (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.
About TCNJ
TCNJ is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation.
Employee Benefits:
As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:
Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans.
Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program.
Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program.
Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee affinity groups.
New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.).
Access to extensive learning opportunities.
To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!
Application Instructions
Qualified candidates should apply online at: careers@tcnj.edu and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable candidate is selected.
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