Director, Corporate & Foundation Partnerships

Stevens Institute of Technology; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 118,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ, seeks a Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations to advance philanthropic partnerships with foundations and corporations. The role focuses on securing support for research, student success, workforce development, sustainability and scholarships.

The CFR director will identify opportunities, manage a robust pipeline and lead proposal development, working with faculty, advancement and sponsored research teams to maximize funder fit and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 7–10 years fund-raising or related experience.
• Proven ability to cultivate and manage external relationships with funders.
• Strong writing, editing and proposal development skills.
• Experience with donor databases or CRM systems.
• Ability to work with faculty, leadership and internal partners.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward CFR prospects and partners.
• Develop and manage CFR relationships aligned with Stevens’ priorities.
• Prepare funder meetings, site visits and engagement opportunities.
• Lead or coordinate development of letters of inquiry, proposals and reports.
• Ensure proposals align with funder priorities and Stevens’ strategy.
• Coordinate with faculty and administration on timelines and attachments.

Skills

Relationship building

Strategic judgment

Independent work

Communication

Portfolio management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Raiser’s Edge NXT

Job description

Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ, seeks a Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations to advance philanthropic partnerships with foundations and corporations. The role focuses on securing support for research, student success, workforce development, sustainability and scholarships.

The CFR director will identify opportunities, manage a robust pipeline and lead proposal development, working with faculty, advancement and sponsored research teams to maximize funder fit and impact.