Robert Morris College
Director of development corporate relations
Robert Morris College, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Posting Details
Position Title:
Director of Development, Corporate & Foundation RelationsLocation:
Hybrid - ChicagoJob Type:
Full-TimePosition Summary:
The
Director of Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations
shall manage the organization’s efforts to secure funding from corporations, foundations and other community partners who wish to invest in Roosevelt University’s mission through charitable giving. The Director will identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, develop and implement strategic fundraising plans, and write gift proposals and reports. The Director shall partner with senior leadership and program staff to align fundraising initiatives with organizational goals and priorities. The position requires strong communication, project management and analytical skills to ensure the successful acquisition and stewardship of major gifts and sponsorships.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
A bachelor’s degreeA minimum of 5-7 years of higher education and development experience, or related professional experience. Experience in corporate and foundation relations strongly preferred.Demonstrated persistency and ability to cultivate and close on gifts over $10,000.Ability and energy to build new relationships and communities on an ongoing basis.Strength in developing and executing strategic and comprehensive fundraising plans to achieve goals.Ability to work collaboratively across disciplinary and interdisciplinary lines, and to interact successfully with a diverse constituency of varying backgrounds.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.A self-starter who takes initiative, has an ability to work independently.Demonstrated organizational, time management and interpersonal skills.Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting.Demonstrated computer competency and knowledgeable of Word, Raiser’s Edge database management.Ability to travel in and out of state.Essential Job Functions:
Partner with the Vice President of Advancement to create and implement a corporate and foundation development plan.Identify and research new corporate and foundation partners.Facilitate, organize and execute fundraising activities.Coordinate, prepare and submit high-quality gift proposals and sponsorship requests.Develop and implement creative stewardship strategies.Collaborate with the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs.Actively contribute to the University’s community engagement efforts.Manage an active portfolio of approximately 75 corporate and foundation partners.Oversee and streamline the University’s sponsorships program.Maintain appropriate electronic documentation.Posting Specific Questions
Do you have a minimum of 5-7 years of higher education and development experience or related professional experience?What is your desired salary range for this position?Have you demonstrated persistency and ability to cultivate and close on gifts over $10,000?Applicant Documents
Required Documents:
Resume, Cover LetterOptional Documents:
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Position Title:
Director of Development, Corporate & Foundation RelationsLocation:
Hybrid - ChicagoJob Type:
Full-TimePosition Summary:
The
Director of Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations
shall manage the organization’s efforts to secure funding from corporations, foundations and other community partners who wish to invest in Roosevelt University’s mission through charitable giving. The Director will identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, develop and implement strategic fundraising plans, and write gift proposals and reports. The Director shall partner with senior leadership and program staff to align fundraising initiatives with organizational goals and priorities. The position requires strong communication, project management and analytical skills to ensure the successful acquisition and stewardship of major gifts and sponsorships.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
A bachelor’s degreeA minimum of 5-7 years of higher education and development experience, or related professional experience. Experience in corporate and foundation relations strongly preferred.Demonstrated persistency and ability to cultivate and close on gifts over $10,000.Ability and energy to build new relationships and communities on an ongoing basis.Strength in developing and executing strategic and comprehensive fundraising plans to achieve goals.Ability to work collaboratively across disciplinary and interdisciplinary lines, and to interact successfully with a diverse constituency of varying backgrounds.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.A self-starter who takes initiative, has an ability to work independently.Demonstrated organizational, time management and interpersonal skills.Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting.Demonstrated computer competency and knowledgeable of Word, Raiser’s Edge database management.Ability to travel in and out of state.Essential Job Functions:
Partner with the Vice President of Advancement to create and implement a corporate and foundation development plan.Identify and research new corporate and foundation partners.Facilitate, organize and execute fundraising activities.Coordinate, prepare and submit high-quality gift proposals and sponsorship requests.Develop and implement creative stewardship strategies.Collaborate with the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs.Actively contribute to the University’s community engagement efforts.Manage an active portfolio of approximately 75 corporate and foundation partners.Oversee and streamline the University’s sponsorships program.Maintain appropriate electronic documentation.Posting Specific Questions
Do you have a minimum of 5-7 years of higher education and development experience or related professional experience?What is your desired salary range for this position?Have you demonstrated persistency and ability to cultivate and close on gifts over $10,000?Applicant Documents
Required Documents:
Resume, Cover LetterOptional Documents:
#J-18808-Ljbffr