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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Come join the growing team at the UConn Foundation!
As the Associate Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations, Health Sciences you will create strategic action plans to solicit local, regional, and national corporate & philanthropic foundations that align with key priorities at UConn Health, with particular focus on the School of Medicine and John Dempsey Hospital. The successful Candidate will be a collaborative and experienced fundraising professional with an established record of securing funding from foundations, corporations, and organizations.
You will be responsible for developing relationships with potential funders and submitting successful proposals to support UConn Health. You will ensure that all submitted materials are of the highest quality, fully support the Foundation’s mission, goals and key messages, and are consistent with and complementary to UConn Health’s objectives and mission.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations and working closely with the Senior Director for Development, UConn Health, you will also partner with faculty, physicians, and researchers.
In this role, you will:
To be successful in this role, you should:
Education and Experience:
We provide a broad set of requirements to be inclusive of people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you think you have the skills for the position, we want to hear from you. Even if this is not the right role, we may know of opportunities elsewhere or have future opportunities that better match your skill set.
Salary:
The expected salary for this position is $71,000 It will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also placing an emphasis on internal equity.
Benefits:
Benefits start from day one. We offer medical, dental, and vision plans and will make an annual contribution to your health savings account if enrolled in one of the high-deductible health plans offered by the Foundation.
In addition, there are a few other perks to being a UConn Foundation employee:
We offer a generous contribution to your 403(b)-retirement plan to help you plan for retirement.
We place an emphasis on work/life balance. You will receive thirteen paid holidays, five weeks of paid time off per calendar year, and additional sick time.
We invest in your professional development. Aside from opportunities to participate in various trainings, committees, and conferences throughout the year, you will also be eligible for partial tuition reimbursement after one year of employment.
The UConn Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We celebrate diverse perspectives and are committed to a welcoming environment that will value your unique experiences and identity. We recognize that a true commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion requires ongoing education and action and we strive for continued growth each and every day.
Please inform a Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or participating in any part of the application process due to a disability.