Executive Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations
Position Summary
At Temple University Institutional Advancement, we believe philanthropy is a powerful force for expanding opportunity, advancing discovery, and transforming lives. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, recognizing that a broad range of perspectives strengthens our ability to engage alumni, donors, and community partners in meaningful ways.
Job Details
This position requires the following background checks: Cash Handling and Personally Identifiable Information background check.
Travel disclosure: Travel is required to cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate and foundation partners, represent the university at meetings and events, and advance Institutional Advancement priorities. Travel will primarily occur throughout the Greater Philadelphia region, with occasional statewide and national travel as needed. The position requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight travel in support of donor engagement and university events.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree.
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in corporate and foundation relations, institutional advancement, fundraising, grant development, or related development experience in higher education, nonprofit, healthcare, or comparable environments.
Successful experience securing philanthropic support through corporate, foundation, and/or grant fundraising initiatives.
Experience managing donor or prospect portfolios and developing successful cultivation and solicitation strategies.
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience in higher education advancement.
Experience working with faculty, research administration, or academic leadership.
Knowledge of corporate sponsorships, institutional grants, and government funding opportunities.
Experience using donor management and prospect research platforms.
Required Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated success in corporate and foundation fundraising, grant writing, sponsorship development, and donor stewardship.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to develop persuasive and compelling funding proposals.
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse constituencies.
Strategic thinking and analytical skills with the ability to identify and align funding opportunities with institutional priorities.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and complex projects simultaneously.
Ability to work independently while functioning effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Proficiency with fundraising databases, CRM systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and donor/prospect research tools.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information.
Knowledge of fundraising best practices, donor engagement strategies, and philanthropy trends.
Willingness and ability to travel locally, regionally, and throughout the assigned territory to cultivate and steward donor relationships, attend fundraising events, and represent the organization.
Ability to work nights/weekends/early mornings.
Benefits
A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
12 Paid Holidays
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan
and so much more!
Pay
Salary Range: $85,100 - $130,000
Schedule
The position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote).