Foundation Director jobs in Newport News, VA
Foundation Director directs the execution of the vision, strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, and grantmaking operations that support the overall objectives of a foundation. Defines the goals and tactics for fundraising campaigns and program initiatives. Being a Foundation Director represents the foundation to the public and media to communicate its mission, values, and accomplishments. Maintains positive relationships with foundation stakeholders, including the board of directors, grantees, community leaders, donors, and prospective donors. Additionally, Foundation Director oversees grantmaking operations, including developing grant guidelines, reviewing grant applications, and managing the grant evaluation process. Manages foundation programs and initiatives that align with the foundation's mission and values. Implements systems for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the foundation's grantmaking and programs. Ensures all foundation activities comply with applicable laws, reporting requirements, and regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Foundation Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Foundation Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- Va Tech Foundation
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Newport, VA
FULL_TIME
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Chief Objective of Position:
Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center (VTCRC) is a multi-locale destination for academic-industrial-public sector collaboration, emphasizing the commercialization of research and market-oriented product/service development. Locations currently include Blacksburg and Newport News, from the Tech Center Research Park in Hampton Roads. VTCRC is the wholly-owned for-profit subsidiary of Virginia Tech Foundation, Inc. (VTF), a nonstock corporation that manages the endowment and real estate portfolio of Virginia Tech.
The successful candidate for the VTCRC Newport News Director role will lead energy-centric innovation programs and facilities for VTCRC. We seek a dynamic, growth-oriented, experienced executive. Primary responsibilities include program development, project management, and relationship development.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning: Develop and execute a strategic framework for VTCRC Newport News that aligns with VTCRC’s central strategic plan and its Newport News purpose and vision
- Global business development: Engage with global prospects to secure corporate sponsors for VTCRC Newport News around its research and innovation programs
- Industry project development: Engage with industry sponsors to develop jointly funded academic-industrial-public sector research projects that pursue innovation in hydrogen technology, nuclear research, high-performance computing, and emerging energy
- Government partnerships: Develop partnerships with research agencies and commercialization offices of organizations such as NASA and Jefferson National Lab
- Community relations: Coordinate activities with the City of Newport News, Tech Center Research Park, and regional research and academic centers
Qualifications:
Background in business development, corporate sponsorships, and industry partnerships from the corporate side
- Experience working in technology innovation ecosystems
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with a diverse set of entrepreneurs, corporate partners, scientists, professional organizations, economic developers, and government officials
- Excellent organizational, planning, marketing and communications, and interpersonal skills
- Seven years of experience in a comparable position preferred
- Preference to specialization and experience in the energy industry, including program design, testbed development, and management
Education, Licensure, Certification required for entry into the position:
Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree
Preference given to degree in a technical discipline.
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Describe major responsibilities in each functional area60
Planning
- Work with the VTCRC President and management team to create and execute a comprehensive strategic framework for the VTCRC Newport News that becomes a key component of the VTCRC strategic plan
- Engage with global corporate partners to support VTCRC’s growth mission in Newport News
- Identify funding partners (private foundations, private foundations, and corporations), develop a funding development pipeline, and produce proposals
- Strengthen relationships with the research and commercialization offices of NASA, Jefferson National Lab, and Virginia entities to be identified.
- Engage and promote awareness of VTCRC Newport News around its innovation programs and projects
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Connect Virginia Tech Research Community
- Catalog the core competencies of Virginia Tech faculty members to conduct research, create, and license intellectual property
- Ensure coordination with Virginia Tech entities located in the Newport News region
- Identify opportunities with other university research and design collaborative models to enact projects
- Engage industry partners in sponsorship to jointly fund research projects
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Management
- Own and manage a P&L for VTCRC Newport News that includes long-term operational forecasts, plans, and budgets and becomes a component of the VTCRC budget
- Manage the VTCRC Newport News office and staff
- Manage employees in compliance with VTF human resources policy
- 27 Days Ago
- Va Tech Foundation
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Newport, VA
FULL_TIME
- Chief Objective of Position:The position will lead the Tech Center Research Park in Newport News, Virginia. A major part of the job is to help create the park’s identity around the renewable energy tr...
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- Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
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Williamsburg, VA
FULL_TIME
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0 Foundation Director jobs found in Newport News, VA area
- Roc Solid Foundation
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Chesapeake, VA
- Job Title: Director of Philanthropy Reports to: Director of Business Development Organization Overview: Roc Solid Founda...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Ladgov Corporation
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Hampton, VA
- Job Description Job Description Job Title: Music Director Location: Langley, VA Travel: N/A Duties: The applicant shall ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Ladgov Corporation
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Hampton, VA
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- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Adecco Staffing, USA
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Hampton, VA
- We are currently seeking a full-time and permanent Program Director for our growing company in Hampton, VA to Asses, Mon...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Centria Healthcare
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Portsmouth, VA
- Job Description Job Description The Operations Director sets the tone for the entire center’s team member culture and fa...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc
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Hampton, VA
- A top-rated hotel group based in southeastern Virginia is seeking a Director of Sales to lead its sales efforts. The qua...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center
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Virginia Beach, VA
- Overview: We are currently seeking a Human Resources Director to join our leadership team. This position provides profes...
- 4/5/2024 12:00:00 AM
- KinderCare Education
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Norfolk, VA
- Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companie...
- 2/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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