Komen Graduate Training Program UT MDACC
Director, Foundation and Corporate Relations
Komen Graduate Training Program UT MDACC, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Director, Foundation and Corporate Relations
Summary: The primary purpose of the Director of Foundation & Corporate Relations (FCR) is to promote and support the mission of Philanthropy through seeking foundation and corporate foundation dollars. Reporting to the Associate Vice President (AVP), Foundation & Corporate Relations, the Director will be a seasoned leader excited about building outreach, expanding the portfolio for foundation giving as part of MD Anderson's upcoming campaign, and maximizing philanthropic support through grants. The Director will manage a portfolio of independent, institutional foundations and corporate foundations, and be MD Anderson's representative at external meetings, orchestrating a team-based approach with faculty leaders and other members of Philanthropy, as appropriate. The Director will establish and maintain timely and effective communication with institutional, high-asset foundations and corporate foundations, and strategically position our institutional priorities and research projects in front of aligned foundations and corporate foundations.
Responsibilities
Work with faculty, executive leadership and colleagues on developing strategy for investigation, approach and solicitation for foundations.
Conduct research to identify alignment of a foundation's funding interest to MD Anderson priorities, with a focus on foundations that fund basic, translational and clinical research.
Understand MD Anderson policies related to gifts, grants, sponsorships, sponsored research, corporate alliances, etc., to converse confidently with funding bodies on potential partnerships.
Develop high-quality presentations and proposals to potential supporters.
Collaborate with the team to improve standards for reporting on foundation and grant relations activities and results.
Represent the FCR team at institutional gatherings or externally with funding bodies; lead educational outreach to faculty on grant submission through workshops, websites and other avenues.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a seasoned fundraising professional with a proven ability to secure significant foundation and corporate support for research and institutional priorities. They excel at developing and executing strategic engagement plans, building trusted relationships with stakeholders, and influencing decisions through strong communication and critical evaluation skills. With knowledge of grant-making processes, medical terminology, and institutional policies, they combine analytical rigor with creativity to align donor interests with organizational goals. They are collaborative, results-driven, capable of managing complex portfolios and multi-million-dollar grants, and demonstrate leadership in mentoring staff and fostering cross-functional partnerships. They thrive in a fast-paced, campaign-driven environment and uphold the institution’s core values in every interaction.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Required: Bachelor's Degree; Preferred: Master’s Degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field.
Work Experience: Required: Eight years of experience in direct institutional (philanthropic, institutional foundations, corporate foundations) or individual fundraising, including two years of supervisory or managerial experience.
Note: Completion of LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover may substitute for one year of supervisory/management experience; completion of both may substitute for up to two years.
Other Requirements
Must pass pre-employment skills test as required by Human Resources.
Compliance with MD Anderson benefits information and equal employment opportunity policy may apply as described in official documentation.
Compensation and Benefits
Minimum: $146,500; Midpoint: $183,000; Maximum: $219,500
MD Anderson offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, PTO/EIB, holidays, tuition assistance and retirement programs.
Legal and Policy Statements The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Anderson to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 177770
Employment Status: Full-Time
Work Week: Days
Location: Remote
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Responsibilities
Work with faculty, executive leadership and colleagues on developing strategy for investigation, approach and solicitation for foundations.
Conduct research to identify alignment of a foundation's funding interest to MD Anderson priorities, with a focus on foundations that fund basic, translational and clinical research.
Understand MD Anderson policies related to gifts, grants, sponsorships, sponsored research, corporate alliances, etc., to converse confidently with funding bodies on potential partnerships.
Develop high-quality presentations and proposals to potential supporters.
Collaborate with the team to improve standards for reporting on foundation and grant relations activities and results.
Represent the FCR team at institutional gatherings or externally with funding bodies; lead educational outreach to faculty on grant submission through workshops, websites and other avenues.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a seasoned fundraising professional with a proven ability to secure significant foundation and corporate support for research and institutional priorities. They excel at developing and executing strategic engagement plans, building trusted relationships with stakeholders, and influencing decisions through strong communication and critical evaluation skills. With knowledge of grant-making processes, medical terminology, and institutional policies, they combine analytical rigor with creativity to align donor interests with organizational goals. They are collaborative, results-driven, capable of managing complex portfolios and multi-million-dollar grants, and demonstrate leadership in mentoring staff and fostering cross-functional partnerships. They thrive in a fast-paced, campaign-driven environment and uphold the institution’s core values in every interaction.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Required: Bachelor's Degree; Preferred: Master’s Degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field.
Work Experience: Required: Eight years of experience in direct institutional (philanthropic, institutional foundations, corporate foundations) or individual fundraising, including two years of supervisory or managerial experience.
Note: Completion of LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover may substitute for one year of supervisory/management experience; completion of both may substitute for up to two years.
Other Requirements
Must pass pre-employment skills test as required by Human Resources.
Compliance with MD Anderson benefits information and equal employment opportunity policy may apply as described in official documentation.
Compensation and Benefits
Minimum: $146,500; Midpoint: $183,000; Maximum: $219,500
MD Anderson offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, PTO/EIB, holidays, tuition assistance and retirement programs.
Legal and Policy Statements The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Anderson to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 177770
Employment Status: Full-Time
Work Week: Days
Location: Remote
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