Corporate and Foundations Relations Director

Hamline University; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamline University seeks a Corporate and Foundations Relations Director to grow and manage a portfolio of priority corporate and foundation prospects, focusing on gifts of $500,000 and above. You will work with academic leadership, craft proposals, and secure funding to advance Hamline's mission.

You will also lead stewardship efforts, coordinate sponsorships and events, and travel to cultivate high-level relationships with donors across local, regional, and national territories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with strong fundraising background.
• Minimum of four years in development or comparable roles.
• Ability to travel locally, regionally, and nationally.
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of corporate and foundation prospects (75–125).
• Solicit outright gifts and sponsorships; prepare LOIs and proposals.
• Develop stewardship plans and donor communications.
• Collaborate with Institutional Advancement and academic leadership.
• Coordinate events and travel to meet donors; ensure donor intent is documented.

Skills

Communication skills

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Project management

Collaboration

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

Founded in 1854, Hamline was the first university in Minnesota and among the first coeducational institutions in the nation. Hamline University provides a world-class education for undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty, staff, and students cultivate an ethic of civic responsibility, social justice, and inclusive leadership and service.Hamline University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; membership or activity in a local human rights commission; disability; age; protected veteran status; or any other status protected by applicable law in its education or employment programs or activities. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.Founded in 1854, Hamline was the first university in Minnesota and among the first coeducational institutions in the nation. Hamline University provides a world-class education for undergraduate and graduate students.Our faculty, staff and students cultivate an ethic of civic responsibility, social justice and inclusive leadership and service.JOB SUMMARYThe Corporate and Foundations Relations Director maintains and grows key relationships for Hamline University through the strategic management of a personal portfolio of priority corporate and foundation prospects. He or she is responsible for raising support from corporate and foundation prospects of the University, with a focus on gifts of $500,000 and above.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage a portfolio of corporate and foundation prospects (appx. 75 – 125). Engage with and support academic leadership, faculty, centers, athletics, staff and administrators to identify key companies and foundations; develop and implement strategies Work closely with other departments within Institutional Advancement including Sponsored Programs, Major Gifts, Annual Giving, Alumni Relations, Conference and Event Management, and Operations Solicit all types of outright gifts and sponsorships); prepare letters of inquiry, proposals and negotiate sponsorship agreements; create gift agreements and pledge forms to accurately document donor intent in accordance with Hamline University gift acceptance policies and practices and IRS regulations Develop and implement stewardship plans and materials as appropriate per donor Manage or Lead/Participate in a variety of University events which often occur in the evenings and on the weekends Provide leadership by engaging in development/all-staff meetings & events Support volunteer fundraisers, as requested Travel to assigned territories to meet with donors and prospective donors Stay abreast of development best practices and industry trends All other duties as requestedREPORTING RELATIONSHIPSThis position does not supervise other employees.This position does not supervise student workers.BUDGET MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIESBudget Range: This position is not responsible for the management of a budget.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KEY COMPETENCIES Expert ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and to develop and maintain interpersonal relationships Ability and discretion to work with high-level donors; ability to make a persuasive case for supporting key programs and projects and to effectively match the interests of prospective donors to priorities at Hamline Demonstrated ability to manage professional contact with high level corporate representatives in a systematic and sustained manner High level of energy and initiative; organized and goal-driven Strong collaboration skills Ability to work without close supervision and to make appropriate independent decisions concurrent with University and Institutional Advancement policies Ability to maintain confidentiality and utilize tact and diplomacy Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Google Apps and the willingness to learn and be an efficient user of the Raiser’s Edge databaseMINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree Minimum of 4 years of professional experience working in a development role with a track record of successful corporate and foundation fundraising, or relevant experience with high achievement in sales/marketing, including face-to-face client work or high-level customer relations Ability to work some evenings and weekends as required Ability to travel to on and off-campus locations, both locally, regionally, and nationally to meet with donors and prospective donors 2 years professional experience working with Microsoft Office Suite, Google, and Google AppsPREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Development experience within a higher education setting Experience using Raiser’s EdgeREQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION N/AWORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENTMust be able to perform the following essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation: Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods of time. Frequent local travel and occasional regional or national travel will be required.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This is a full time, 1.0 FTE, exempt position, 12 months a year. Occasional evening and/or weekend work will be required. Salary for this position is $75,000EEO/DIVERSITY STATEMENTHamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; gender expression; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; membership or activity in a local commission; disability; age; or protected veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.All questions marked ‘Required’ need to be answered in order to submit the application. It is important that your application show all of the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. If rejected, you must reapply for the position in order to be considered. A resume or curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining your qualifications for and interest in the position, contact information for 3 current, professional references, as well as copies of transcripts (if required) must be uploaded with each application .