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)
As a member of the foundation relations team, you will help secure support from external organizations in the form of private grants and philanthropic gifts, with a focus on charitable foundations including programmatic grants, sponsored research, and other opportunities to fund and sustain activities across campus.
The Foundation Relations team is committed to building strategic, comprehensive, mutually beneficial partnerships leading to significant investment in research, programs, philanthropic priorities, and other projects in alignment with Iowa State University’s 10-year Strategic Plan. The person in this position should exhibit a commitment to the land grant mission and external investment as a core component of the academic enterprise and developing a knowledge of major research university systems.
Based on qualifications and experience, a selected candidate may hold one of these job titles: Associate Director of Development or Director of Development.
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Travel: Some travel
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Ames, IA; potentially hybrid
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