Development Program Manager, Central Programs (Corporate & Foundation Relations)

University of Cincinnati Foundation; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement with employer match

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati Foundation is seeking a Development Program Manager for Central Programs to provide operational and administrative support to the Corporate and Foundation Relations cohort. This role coordinates proposals, deadlines, and funder communications, working with UC, UC Health, and CFR teams to advance scholarly initiatives.

The position offers an hourly, non-exempt schedule, with a starting wage range of $24.00–$27.50 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and 1-3 years of administrative support experience or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Proven ability to handle, update, and maintain sensitive information in a confidential, timely, and professional manner.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interact in a courteous, positive, professional, and timely manner with diverse internal and external constituents and foster strong, productive relationships.
• Proficiency in Adobe, Microsoft Office and information systems databases.
• Ability to prioritize effectively to meet multiple competing deadlines.
• A commitment to and passion for the role of development in advancing the mission of the University of Cincinnati.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support, including calendar management, travel planning, submitting support tickets and expense reports for CFR teams.
• Meet with teams and team leads to review, track, and share information and prioritize programmatic, project, and operational needs and deliverables.
• Support coordination of scheduling, meetings, travel, and expense reports.
• Responsible for tracking deadlines and deliverables for grants and submissions.
• Support the preparation of funding proposals, letters of intent, cover letters, and cases for support.
• Assist in researching and identification of potential grant funding sources and corporate partnerships to support the priorities and needs of UC and UC Health.
• Conduct a monthly nongovernment research review of foundations and charities whose funds go through UC’s Office of Research. Draft biweekly RFP newsletter.
• Track and assist in the preparation of post-award reports. Support Foundation Relations team in tracking foundation reports coming due.
• Maintain current versions of critical documents required for grant submissions, namely all organizational attachments.
• Support the stewardship and donor engagement activities meant to engage corporate and foundation donors.
• Correspond with UC and UC Health faculty and staff regarding information required for applications and submissions.
• Maintain a central file structure for the Central Programs team and coordinate with other administrative staff.

Skills

Calendar management

Travel planning

Expense reports

Project management

Administrative support

Communication skills

Adobe

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Job description

At the University of Cincinnati Foundation, we commit ourselves to providing a place where everyone belongs. We care deeply about those in our community, while also taking care to nurture new relationships. We have the courage to dream big, drive excellence and uphold integrity in our work.

Structure

The Development Program Manager, Central Programs is a non-exempt (hourly) position employed by the University of Cincinnati Foundation (UCF) and reports to the Senior Director of Operations, Central Programs.

Focus

The Development Program Manager, Central Programs provides operational and administrative support to the Corporate and Foundation Relations cohort at the University of Cincinnati Foundation. The Development Program Manager will be responsible for project management for the Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) cohort and will work with the CFR cohort, as well as faculty and staff at UC and UC Health, to support the preparation of proposals for submission to funders. In addition, the Development Program Manager, CFR will complete a wide variety of administrative tasks, as needed.

Specific Duties

• Provide administrative support, including calendar management, travel planning, submitting support tickets and expense reports for CFR teams.
• Meet with teams and team leads to review, track, and share information and prioritize programmatic, project, and operational needs and deliverables.
• Support coordination of scheduling, meetings, travel, and expense reports.
• Responsible for tracking deadlines and deliverables for grants and submissions.
• Support the preparation of funding proposals, letters of intent, cover letters, and cases for support.
• Assist in researching and identification of potential grant funding sources and corporate partnerships to support the priorities and needs of UC and UC Health. Review foundation websites, Candid, Grantforward, LiveAlumni, Office of Research database and other information sources, as requested by CFR fundraisers.
• Conduct a monthly nongovernment research review of foundations and charities whose funds go through UC’s Office of Research. Draft biweekly Request for Proposals (RFP) newsletter. Research and screen RFPs; draft summaries for UC leadership, faculty and UCF fundraisers. Keep address lists current.
• Track and assist in the preparation of post-award reports. Support Foundation Relations team in tracking foundation reports coming due; communicate reporting requirements with UC program contacts (including Foundation Relations and unit fundraisers); draft reports based on faculty information and donor guidelines; collect required attachments.
• Maintain current versions of critical documents required for grant submissions, namely all organizational attachments, such as lists of board members, most recent audits, tax documents, etc.
• Support the stewardship and donor engagement activities meant to engage corporate and foundation donors.
• Correspond with UC and UC Health faculty and staff regarding information required for applications and submissions.
• Maintain a central file structure for the Central Programs team, coordinating with other Central Programs’ administrative support team members to ensure paper and electronic files and important documents are organized and maintained in a consistent manner.
• In coordination with Central Programs’ administrative support team members, create, maintain and distribute Central Programs’ newsletter and HUB content.
• Add and request updates to customer relationship management system as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and 1-3 years of administrative support experience or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Proven ability to handle, update, and maintain sensitive information in a confidential, timely, and professional manner.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interact in a courteous, positive, professional, and timely manner with diverse internal and external constituents and foster strong, productive relationships.
• Proficiency in Adobe, Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Office, Excel, PowerPoint) and information systems databases.
• Ability to prioritize effectively to meet multiple competing deadlines.
• A commitment to and passion for the role of development in advancing the mission of the University of Cincinnati.

What We Offer

The anticipated starting hourly rate range for the Development Program Manager, Central Programs role is $24.00 to $27.50 . When determining final offer amount the UC Foundation considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as, market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

At the UC Foundation, we understand the importance of providing both a desirable work environment as well as benefits that provide our employee’s peace of mind and work/life balance. We offer a total rewards package inclusive of performance based bonus, as well as, competitive health and wellness benefits, tuition remission, retirement with employer match, paid parental leave, and paid vacation, sick time and holidays, including calendar year-end closing. To learn more, visit our careers page.

Physical Demands

This Position Is Considered To Have Sedentary Work. Exerting Up To 10lbs. Of Force Occasionally And/or Negligible Amount Of Force Frequently Or Constantly To Lift, Carry, Push, Pull Or Otherwise Move Objects. This Position Requires

• Finger use
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, this position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Pre-Hire Requirements

The UC Foundation seeks talented, collaborative and mission-focused individuals to join our advancement team in driving philanthropic support for the University of Cincinnati and UC Health. All offers of full-time employment are contingent upon passing a criminal background check and drug test. Positions requiring a degree are also contingent upon education verification.