Corporate and Foundation Relations Assistant

Salem State University; Salem (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem State University is seeking a Corporate and Foundation Relations Assistant to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward corporate and foundation prospects that support the university through grants, sponsorships, and annual gifts. The role collaborates with campus partners and may require early mornings, evenings, or weekends.

You will work under the associate director of C&F relations to manage donor outreach, reporting, and project coordination while contributing to fundraising goals and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two or more years of relevant fundraising or donor relations experience.
• Superior written and oral communication with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Proficiency in Windows/Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Writing or editing funding proposals, grant applications, solicitation letters, impact/grant/sponsorship reports fulfillment and similar documents.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with business and organization donors/prospects through in‑person and virtual visits, events and correspondence to advance the donor relationship.
• Researching and identifying new C&F funding sources to support current university priorities.
• Helping the C&F team meet its annual fundraising goals through active donor solicitation and follow‑up.
• Supporting outreach to corporate sponsorships in coordination with the Associate Director, Engagement events.
• Managing tracking system for ensuring timely follow through with reporting, proposal deadlines and reporting out pipeline of activity. Managing C&F donor stewardship reporting for donors in portfolio.
• Recording contact reports and proposal information in a timely manner and in accordance with Salem State prospect management procedures.
• Working cross‑departmentally with on‑campus academic and faculty partners in support of documentation sourcing, funder portal management and information submissions (reports, surveys, data collection, etc.).
• Utilizing the current library of grant development materials.
• Works a part of the C&F team with the associate director and coordinator.
• Assist when needed with student staff.
• Other special projects as assigned.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Raiser's Edge

Job description

Overview

The corporate and foundation (C&F) relations assistant works under the direction of the associate director of C&F relations and is responsible for the identification, discovery, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of a portfolio of corporate and foundation prospects that can, or already do, support Salem State University through grants, sponsorships, and/or annual gifts. gifts.The C&F Assistant interacts with the advancement team, university administrators, faculty, staff and volunteers as appropriate. Some early morning, evening, and weekend work may be requested by the supervisor.

Salem State University is a place where your career can flourish. We embrace and celebrate the uniqueness of every employee, creating an inclusive and supportive environment where you can do your best work. Our commitment to civic engagement ensures that your contributions will positively impact both the university and the community. As an emerging Hispanic and minority-serving institution, we are dedicated to fostering diversity and championing social justice. Join us and be part of a transformative community that enriches lives across the Commonwealth.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Writing or editing funding proposals, grant applications, solicitation letters, impact/grant/ sponsorship reports fulfillment and similar documents.
2. Establishing and maintaining relationships with business and organization donors/prospects through in‑person and virtual visits, events and correspondence to advance the donor relationship.
3. Researching and identifying new C&F funding sources to support current university priorities.
4. Helping the C&F team meet its annual fundraising goals through active donor solicitation and follow‑up.
5. Supporting outreach to corporate sponsorships in coordination with the Associate Director, Engagement events.
6. Managing tracking system for ensuring timely follow through with reporting, proposal deadlines and reporting out pipeline of activity. Managing C&F donor stewardship reporting for donors in portfolio.
7. Recording contact reports and proposal information in a timely manner and in accordance with Salem State prospect management procedures.
8. Working cross‑departmentally with on‑campus academic and faculty partners in support of documentation sourcing, funder portal management and information submissions (reports, surveys, data collection, etc.).
9. Utilizing the current library of grant development materials.
10. Works a part of the C&F team with the associate director and coordinator.
11. Assist when needed with student staff.
12. Other special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree
2. Two or more years of relevant work experience
3. Superior written and oral communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to articulate a compelling case for philanthropic support
4. Demonstrated project management skills
5. Experience and ability to work both collaboratively and independently
6. Proficiency in Windows/Microsoft Office computer applications

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with corporate and foundation fundraising and/or higher education
2. Thorough understanding of the value of public higher education and ability to articulate that understanding
3. Fundraising experience
4. Proven ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline driven, goal-oriented environment
5. Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects
6. Experience with fundraising and donor management software, preferably Raiser's Edge

Working Location

This is a hybridpositionin Salem, MA with weeklyon-campus, in-person responsibilities,which may require occasional work on evenings and weekends.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Foraccommodation information or requests please email [e-mail].

Recruitment Agencies

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.