GRANTS & ADVANCEMENT DIRECTOR

Our Blood Institute is actively seeking a Grants & Advancement Director to lead grant development and institutional funding strategy. This role will identify, secure, and manage funding from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other philanthropic organizations, serving as the lead grant writer and overseeing the full grant lifecycle.

About the role

Working collaboratively with executive leadership, finance, and program leaders, the Director will translate organizational priorities into compelling, competitive funding proposals that advance OBI's mission, innovation, research, education, and community impact. The position will also cultivate strategic funding partnerships, expand institutional giving opportunities, and support initiatives through planned giving, major gift solicitation, and corporate philanthropy.

Responsibilities

• Grant Development & Strategic Partnerships
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive grant strategy aligned with OBI's strategic priorities.
  • Research, identify, and pursue foundation, corporate, government, and institutional funding opportunities.
  • Lead the preparation, writing, submission, and management of competitive grant proposals.
  • Coordinate grant budgets, supporting documentation, reporting requirements, and compliance.
  • Build and maintain relationships with foundation program officers, corporate partners, and funding organizations.
  • Develop strategic partnerships that advance OBI's mission, research, education, innovation, and community impact.
  • Track grant outcomes and prepare impact reports for funding partners.
• Development Strategy
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive development strategy that includes planned giving, major gift solicitation, corporate partnerships, foundation support, and strategic fundraising initiatives.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership and board members to identify and cultivate new philanthropic opportunities.
  • Support long-term fundraising initiatives and diversify revenue streams.
  • Identify opportunities for sponsorships and mission-aligned partnerships.
• Stewardship & Relationship Management
  • Utilize OBI's CRM to manage funding opportunities, grant pipelines, donor activity, and institutional relationships.
  • Develop stewardship strategies for grant funders, major donors, corporate partners, and community leaders.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of funding history, reporting requirements, and relationship activity.
  • Prepare meaningful impact reports and stewardship communications that encourage continued investment in OBI's mission.
• Development Operations
  • Maintain accurate grant and development records within the CRM system, Bloomerang.
  • Track proposal deadlines, reporting schedules, compliance requirements, and funding outcomes.
  • Develop reports and dashboards for executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
  • Monitor development metrics and recommend strategies to improve funding success.

Requirements

• BA or BS degree required.
• Outstanding verbal and writing skills.
• Attention to detail and extremely organized.
• Experience with managing multiple priorities and programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, public administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in grant writing, institutional giving, nonprofit development, or philanthropy.
• Demonstrated success securing foundation, corporate, and government grants.
• Experience with planned giving and major gift development (preferred).
• Exceptional writing, communication, project management, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with CRM systems and grant management software.
• Healthcare, biomedical, or nonprofit experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid-time off
• $5,000 annual tuition reimbursement
• Holiday pay

Pay

Competitive pay based on education and/or experience, including shift differential and holiday pay. $500 bonus after 6 months and $1,000 bonus after 1 year.

Schedule

• Days: Monday through Friday
• Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may vary)