Director, Institutional Giving & Strategic Partnerships

Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

401K

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading botanical garden in Texas is seeking a Director, Institutional Giving to spearhead corporate and foundation fundraising strategies. The ideal candidate will manage partnerships, create compelling proposals, and engage with community leaders while enhancing visibility for institutional support. This role requires a bachelor's degree, 5-7 years of relevant experience, and proven success in grant writing. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare and 401K, fostering an inspiring work environment focused on growth and connection.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in institutional giving or grant writing.
• Proven record of securing five- and six-figure grants.
• Strong collaborative skills in proposal development.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate and foundation fundraising strategy.
• Manage a portfolio of prospects for identification and stewardship.
• Develop proposals for transformational gifts.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Grant writing

Relationship management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Raiser’s Edge NXT

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading botanical garden in Texas is seeking a Director, Institutional Giving to spearhead corporate and foundation fundraising strategies. The ideal candidate will manage partnerships, create compelling proposals, and engage with community leaders while enhancing visibility for institutional support. This role requires a bachelor's degree, 5-7 years of relevant experience, and proven success in grant writing. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare and 401K, fostering an inspiring work environment focused on growth and connection.