Director Corporate & Foundation Relationships

Primary Purpose Of Position

North Carolina Central University Division of Institutional Advancement seeks an experienced team member to guide the Corporate and Foundations platform of NCCU. Working in close partnership with both internal and external stakeholders, the Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations will develop and execute a comprehensive plan to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate and foundation prospects and donors. The Director will implement corporate and foundation grant strategies to meet or exceed goals and expand philanthropic support. The successful candidate will serve as the leading author for most grant proposals and will take the lead in building strong relationships with the corporate and foundation community in the Research Triangle area and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive plan to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate and foundation prospects and donors
• Implement corporate and foundation grant strategies to meet or exceed goals and expand philanthropic support
• Serve as the leading author for most grant proposals
• Take the lead in building strong relationships with the corporate and foundation community in the Research Triangle area and beyond

Requirements

• Experience in corporate and foundation relations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Knowledge of grant writing and fundraising principles
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in corporate and foundation relations
• Proven success in grant writing and fundraising

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program

Pay

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position offers a flexible work schedule to accommodate the needs of the employee and the organization.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program