Director, Corporate & Foundation Partnerships

Texas A&M University System; Prairie View, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University seeks a Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations to lead the university advancement partnerships with corporations and foundations. You will manage a portfolio of donors, develop funding strategies, and coordinate proposals and stewardship across colleges, research centers, and administrative units.

The role requires leadership, strategic thinking, and a track record of securing external support aligned with institutional priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Ten years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, corporate/foundation relations, or a related field.
• Experience in developing proposals, funding requests, or stewardship materials.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of corporate and foundation prospects and donors.
• Develop strategies for identification, cultivation, and solicitation of partners.
• Collaborate with colleges, schools, and centers to identify fundable priorities.
• Write and coordinate proposals, concept papers, and stewardship reports.
• Maintain a moves management plan and track donor interactions.

Skills

Donor relations

Proposal writing

Account management

Strategic fundraising

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Office 365

Job description

Prairie View A&M University seeks a Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations to lead the university advancement partnerships with corporations and foundations. You will manage a portfolio of donors, develop funding strategies, and coordinate proposals and stewardship across colleges, research centers, and administrative units.

The role requires leadership, strategic thinking, and a track record of securing external support aligned with institutional priorities.