Confidential
Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
Confidential, Smithfield, Rhode Island, us, 02917
Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
About the Company
Established higher education institution
Industry Education Management
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1863
Employees 501-1000
Categories
Bryant University Education Higher Education Training
Specialties
academic excellence and engaged learning instilling global and diverse perspective and inspiring the character of success.
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations to join its Advancement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and assessing a master plan to secure financial support from corporate and foundation partners. This role involves strategic planning and execution of activities to increase major support through gifts, grants, and contracts. The Executive Director will also lead a team, manage a portfolio of prospects, and collaborate with academic and administrative leaders to identify and pursue partnership opportunities. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in fundraising, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to think and plan strategically.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have an undergraduate degree (advanced degree preferred) and at least 10 years of experience in fundraising from foundations and corporations, preferably in a higher education setting. The role requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage multiple projects, is entrepreneurial in their approach, and can effectively supervise the work of others. The Executive Director will be the primary point of contact for institutional partners and must be adept at building and maintaining relationships. Responsibilities also include providing leadership in prospect research, strategy development, and the preparation of high-quality proposals. The position demands a candidate who is proactive, can work with diverse stakeholders, and is committed to the mission of the company.
Hiring Manager Title Vice President, University Advancement
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management Operations General Management Strategy
About the Company
Established higher education institution
Industry Education Management
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1863
Employees 501-1000
Categories
Bryant University Education Higher Education Training
Specialties
academic excellence and engaged learning instilling global and diverse perspective and inspiring the character of success.
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations to join its Advancement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and assessing a master plan to secure financial support from corporate and foundation partners. This role involves strategic planning and execution of activities to increase major support through gifts, grants, and contracts. The Executive Director will also lead a team, manage a portfolio of prospects, and collaborate with academic and administrative leaders to identify and pursue partnership opportunities. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in fundraising, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to think and plan strategically.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have an undergraduate degree (advanced degree preferred) and at least 10 years of experience in fundraising from foundations and corporations, preferably in a higher education setting. The role requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage multiple projects, is entrepreneurial in their approach, and can effectively supervise the work of others. The Executive Director will be the primary point of contact for institutional partners and must be adept at building and maintaining relationships. Responsibilities also include providing leadership in prospect research, strategy development, and the preparation of high-quality proposals. The position demands a candidate who is proactive, can work with diverse stakeholders, and is committed to the mission of the company.
Hiring Manager Title Vice President, University Advancement
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management Operations General Management Strategy