Corporate Relations Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Lynchburg, VA

Corporate Relations Director - Higher Ed. plans and executes the institution's public relations and fundraising program. Builds and sustains communications and relationships with corporations and foundations. Being a Corporate Relations Director - Higher Ed. oversees solicitation of gift and grants. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Corporate Relations Director - Higher Ed. typically reports to a institutional officer. The Corporate Relations Director - Higher Ed. typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Corporate Relations Director - Higher Ed. typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Executive Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations
  • Commonwealth of VA Careers
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • The Executive Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations will play a leadership role in the completion of the University of Virginia’s $5 billion Honor the Future Campaign while also building the team that will support the University’s next multi-billion dollar effort. With strategic plans in place for UVA and UVA Health, the Executive Director is positioned to expand the impact of the existing Corporate and Foundation Relations program across UVA, exploring existing and emerging opportunities in medicine, biotechnology and STEM in particular. They will develop and implement a pan-University strategy to identify and engage nonprofit (foundations and other organizations) and corporate donors to grow and expand sources of philanthropic support for the University's missions and priorities. Collaborating closely with partners across Grounds, they will nurture and grow relationships with multiple entities including the Office of the Provost; the Vice President for Research; leadership in UVA Health; the School of Data Science; the Office of Sponsored Programs; deans, faculty, and researchers Grounds-wide; UVA Licensing and Ventures Group; and CFR colleagues housed in various schools and units. Reporting to the Associate Vice President - Corporate Philanthropy, Foundation Relations, and Gift Planning, they will work closely with the Vice President for Advancement and members of University Advancement’s Leadership Team to continue to ensure the University’s success as a top public Research I university.

    For more information, please visit : https://executivesearch.virginia.edu/searches

    Strategy Development:
    • Develop and implement pan-University strategies to identify and engage nonprofit (foundations and other organizations) and corporate donors to grow and diversify philanthropic support for the University's missions and priorities.

    Fundraising:
    • Lead fundraising efforts to secure major gifts and grants from corporate, industry and foundation donors, contributing significantly to the University's overall fundraising goals.
    • Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with corporate leaders and foundation representatives that lead to meaningful collaborations and sustained support.
    • Collaborating closely with deans, faculty, researchers, as well as University leadership, build a culture of fundraising that enables strong relationships between the University and its institutional funders.
    • Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging opportunities within corporate and foundation philanthropy and research.

    Leadership:
    • Oversee University Advancement’s programs in Corporate and Foundation Relations.
    • Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of development officers and support staffin foundation relations and corporate relations.
    • Represent the corporate and foundation relations field within the broader development and academic communities.
    • Share relevant information on strategy and the roles of institutional funders in the overall fundraising landscape.

    Relationship Management:
    • Build and maintain strong productive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
    • Work closely with fundraisers, faculty and deans, and research leadership, and provide strategic support to schools, colleges and units and their faculty in the building of funding and durable, multilateral relationships with institutional donors such as corporations, foundations, and nonprofits.
    • Build the communications strategy and collaboration tools and processes necessary to optimize CFR fundraising for the University.

    Prospect Research and Cross-Functional Collaboration:
    • Oversee the evolution of prospecting, research and coordination tools that will allow internal stakeholders to achieve ambitious goals for sponsored research and for philanthropic support from foundations, nonprofits, and corporations.
    • Provide these partners and collaborators with best-in-class fundraising skill, insight, and support.

    Proposal Development and Tracking:
    • Oversee CFR outreach to faculty and unit partners on funding opportunities, proposal strategy, and the translation of research data into development information systems for tracking of philanthropic support.

    Core Competencies:
    • An understanding of, and commitment to, the mission, vision, and values of the University of Virginia
    • Significant experience in higher education preferred
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse individuals and groups across various functions within the University as well as external constituencies including donors, parents, foundation representatives, corporate executives, professional organizations, and other external agencies
    • Demonstrated success creating effective communications, across different formats (memos, letters, reports) for different audiences (e.g., foundation leaders, corporate executives, University leadership, internal partners)
    • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team as evidenced by improved team performance, staff retention, leveraging team members’ strengths, and professional growth of those under direct supervision
    • Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and manage time-sensitive requests, at times in high-pressure situations
    • Excellent organizational and analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to develop strategy, foster teamwork, and formulate recommendations
    • Goal-oriented, committed to data-based performance evaluation and accountable for delivery and follow-through
    • Ability to navigate a complex, matrix environment with finesse, tact, and an appreciation for differences and nuances between and among various partners
    • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; the ability to work comfortably with diverse groups across a broad range of functions

    Ideal Experience
    • Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred
    • 7 years of experience in direct fundraising and fundraising management, with a significant portion in corporate and foundation relations, and preferably at a Research I institution with an academic medical center; demonstrated success growing and improving CFR impact
    • 5 years of administrative and leadership experience in a complex organization
    • Experience securing $1M gifts and grants from corporations and foundations in a higher education or nonprofit setting
    • Experience building and maintain strong relationships with industry executives, foundation representatives, and key university stakeholders
    • Strong record of working with executive leadership (deans and VPs) to develop strategy and close gifts
    • Leadership competency including entrepreneurial thinking, coaching, and mentoring, and a desire to explore new strategies and opportunities
    • A commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment


    The University of Virginia is eager to build a diverse pool of talented individuals. The search committee is working with UVA Executive Search Group (ESG), an internal executive search firm in the Office of the President.

    Confidential inquiries and nominations should be directed to Susan Gaines, Managing Director, at susangaines@virginia.edu . To apply, submit a letter of interest and resume via Workday . The search will be carried out with full confidentiality and will remain open until filled.

    The University of Virginia is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspective and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

    The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
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Executive Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations
  • The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • The Executive Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations will play a leadership role in the completion of the University of Virginia’s $5 billion Honor the Future Campaign while also building the te...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Director of Foundation, Corporate, & Government Relations
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • Position: Director of Foundation, Corporate, & Government Relations Location: Administrative Office, 1000 B Cherry Ave, Charlottesville, VA, 22903 Position Status: Full time, Exempt. Compensation Type...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Assistant Director, Donor Relations
  • Commonwealth of VA Careers
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • The Donor Relations team at the University of Virginia is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Assistant Director. Reporting to the Associate Director of Donor Relations, this individual wil...
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Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship
  • HAMPDEN-SYDNEY COLLEGE
  • Hampden, VA OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Hampden-Sydney College - Hampden Sydney, VA Salary Range: Undisclosed DescriptionHampden-Sydney College invites applications for Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship. ...
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Mobile Director of Nursing (DON) Virginia- Work Life Balance Program!
  • Saber Healthcare Corporate
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • Are you an experienced nurse who is ready for a dynamic profession? Are you a proven leader and consistently a top performer? The position of Mobile Director of Nursing is the right fit for you! As a ...
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Director of the Lenfest Center for the Performing Arts
  • Washington and Lee University
  • Lexington, VA
  • Job Description: The Lenfest Center for the Performing Arts at Washington and Lee University seeks a dynamic and passion...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician / Rheumatology / Virginia / Permanent / Rheumatology opening just east of Roanoke, VA - no call, shareholder track, build your practice as you like Job
  • Britt Medical Search
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Large orthopedic group is seeking to expand their service line and add a board certified or board eligible Rheumatologis...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Manager - 2nd
  • Rack Room Shoes, Inc.
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • **Assistant Manager - 2nd** ** **Location:** Lynchburg, Virginia US** Rack Room Shoes Requisition Number: 8768 Store Num...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Manager
  • Papa John's
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • ** Assistant Manager** *Share by Email* Location: 7703 Timberlake Rd Lynchburg, VA **THIS IS A FRANCHISE POSITION** **As...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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On-Premise Assistant Manager Lynchburg
  • Blue Ridge Beverage Company
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • **On-Premise Assistant Manager Lynchburg** ? ? **Position Purpose/Summary** Blue Ridge Beverage Company, Inc., located i...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Welding Manufacturing Operations Unit Manager
  • BuildSubmarines.com
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, B...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Specification Mgr - Waterworks Southwest
  • IPEX
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Harco Fittings is a member of the IPEX group of companies. Our mission is to compete and grow using innovation, differen...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Referral Liaison
  • Shriners Childrens Hospital
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Company Overview Shriners Children's is a family that respects, supports, and values each other. We are engaged in provi...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lynchburg is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 75,568. The 2017 census estimates an increase to 81,000. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains along the banks of the James River, Lynchburg is known as the "City of Seven Hills" or the "Hill City". In the 1860s, Lynchburg was the only major city in Virginia that was not recaptured by the Union before the end of the American Civil War. Lynchburg lies at the center of a wider metropolitan area close to the geographic center of Virginia. It is the fifth-...
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