Kean University Foundation Hiring for Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations at Union, NJ Full Time

Type Full-time Employment

Salary
Between $80,000 – $100,000 depending on experience

Job Description

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer of the Kean University Foundation (KUF),
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. Maximizing unrestricted philanthropic revenue while simultaneously prioritizing
support for new and underfunded University projects and programs. He/she will have the opportunity to share stories of Kean
University’s successes and goals and will play a critical role in driving the Foundation’s total fundraising revenues forward.
She/he 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 tri-state area and beyond.

The Director of Corporate &
Foundation Relations is a member of the Kean University Foundation’s (KUF) frontline development team responsible for developing,
managing, and implementing corporate and foundation grant strategies to meet or exceed budget goals and expand philanthropic
support.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and lead the execution of a comprehensive corporate and foundation fundraising program, with an emphasis on securing
  unrestricted grants, funding for new and underfunded projects and programs, and new donors – while retaining, and growing, existing
  corporate and foundation support.
• Develop and implement a strategic plan to increase
  Kean’s nationwide visibility among corporate and foundation funders.
• Craft compelling
  frames and narratives for Kean University’s work – collaborating closely with key internal and external stakeholders to develop
  general and issue-specific program proposals, reports, and related budgets as well as expense reports.
• Directly manage a portfolio of corporate and foundation funders – including key existing and prospective
  donors – on a range of programs and services pertaining to Kean University. 
• Coordinate with and appropriately leverage the contacts and involvement of the Kean University President and Chief of Staff, Deans,
  University Vice Presidents, Board members, and other executive-level leaders to engage with corporate and foundation prospects.
• Conduct prospect research while effectively using contact management systems and processes to oversee and
  track pertinent donor and prospect information in Raiser’s Edge, including overseeing data entry for all corporate and foundation
  donor contacts, research, and analytic reporting. 
• Collaborate with colleagues to
  develop and monitor the Foundation’s’ s annual and longer-term revenue plan – leading corporate and foundation revenue as
  well as expense budgeting and tracking in partnership with Kean University Foundation’s senior management team.
• Analyze KUF needs and create strategic and long-range plans for planned gift fundraising.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience plus a minimum
  of 3-5 years (direct or equivalent) experience managing high-level donor relationships with demonstrated success in closing gifts of
  $100,000 and above.
• Fundraising strategist with a passion for higher education;
• At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible development and/or related programmatic experience,
  including significant experience in managing corporations and foundations, proposal and report writing, and engaging in related programmatic
  work, preferably in the educational sector;
• Proven track record in fostering professional
  relationships with corporate and foundation program officers and staff, managing a dynamic portfolio of financial prospects and
  donors;
• Superior communicator and storyteller, with the ability to frame and write in
  compelling language about Kean University and the Kean University Foundation in order to prepare complex proposals, reports, and related
  materials; 
• Expertise in revenue planning, budget development, and expense reporting for
  corporate and foundation funders;
• Demonstrated ability to influence and engage diverse
  audiences and to build long-term relationships, including experience leveraging executive-level staff to achieve fundraising
  success; 
• Working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge (or a similar database) and prospect
  research tools required;
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple, multi-faceted
  projects, meet deadlines, maintain composure, and perform well independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting;
• Sound judgment and ability to exercise discretion when dealing with confidential information regarding the
  Foundation’s business and sensitive donor information; high degree of self-motivation, personal discipline, and
  integrity; 
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred;
• High Emotional Intelligence and a strong ability to work in a collaborative and team-based
  environment;
• A track record of being highly dependable, utilizing sound judgment, and
  responding well to adversity; and
• A passion for higher education is a plus.
• Ability to travel.