Director, Corporate Partnerships & Philanthropy

Director, Corporate Partnerships & Philanthropy Hybrid - Washington, DC Position overview: Charitable 501(c)(3) Foundation seeks a director, corporate partnership & philanthropy. Reporting to the executive director, and as a senior member of the Foundation staff, help build and execute strategy to ensure the organization's longevity. Design and implement forward-leaning strategies to steward new donors and continue to sustain and grow the organization’s budget through innovative channels including corporate partnerships, individual giving, events, and grant support. What you'll do Steward current partners to understand their philanthropic goals and history with and cultivate longer-term relationships that grow. Develop and execute a comprehensive, strategic, short- and long-term funding plan. Research, cultivate relationships, develop, and execute cause marketing projects that raise the profile of the Foundation’s signature program, and raise funds to support Foundation activities. Handle targeted outreach strategies and work with staff to research, write, and generate grant proposals and supporting documents. Oversee grant funding accordingly and submit follow up reports. Work with executive director and staff to market the Foundation’s signature program to diverse funders. Coordinate with and support the Foundation’s communications staff and external consultants to develop outreach tools (e.g., collateral and presentation materials) and marketing efforts related to funding initiatives and events. Direct and conduct vigorous donor research and prospecting efforts to find and encourage new funding sources and reach fundraising goals. Identify and secure sponsorship and underwriting opportunities. Lead and develop sponsor proposals including presentations, narratives, budgets, and reports. Develop and execute fundraising communications including event and grant proposals, solicitations, donor agreements, grant and funder reports, acknowledgements, and other communications. Monitor and prepare quarterly status reports (and other reports) on fundraising activities for the executive director. Participate in the development of annual strategic plan and budgets and ongoing income projections. Collaborate with outside event and PR consultants that support programs and events. Maintain accountability and ensure compliance with regulations and laws, and the code of ethics for 501-c3 charities and fundraising professionals. Oversee the data management of donors and prospects in Salesforce. Manage other projects and responsibilities as assigned. What you'll need to succeed (requirements) Bachelor's degree and 10 years' experience in nonprofit development work including 3 years in leadership - relevant corporate sales, management, and marketing experience considered. Innovative, results-oriented leader with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to influence with a deep belief in the mission. Authentic storytelling skills, a sense of humor, and natural ability to build relationships that inspire deep engagement among donors to enhance the program’s financial stability, visibility, impact, and long-term sustainability. Proven ability to set and articulate a fundraising strategy, build and execute a development plan, and utilize a metrics-driven approach to succeed and evaluate outcomes. Collaborative and team-oriented work style with self-motivation and a bias for strategic action to get the job done. Exceptional and persuasive writing and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with staff, industry leaders, and senior-level executives. Sound judgment with a high level of integrity, trust, and accountability and the right blend of executive presence, poise, and diplomacy. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Proficiency in Salesforce strongly preferred. Knowledge Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube related to fundraising marketing a plus. Flexibility for occasional overnight travel and the ability to work from the DC office several times a month.