Director of Corporate Grant Development

American Kidney Fund; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Health Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan

Remote Work Capability

Reduced Friday Hours

Free Underground Parking

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Corporate Grant Development to lead grant proposals and funding strategies. This role involves collaborating with a dynamic corporate team to identify new funding opportunities, develop budgets, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. With a commitment to supporting individuals with kidney disease, this nonprofit offers a rewarding environment where your contributions will directly impact the lives of many. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values diversity and collaboration. If you have a passion for grant development and a strategic mindset, this position is your chance to make a difference.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of corporate grant fundraising experience, preferably in healthcare.
• Strong writing and communication skills with a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and submit grants to corporate partners aligned with AKF's goals.
• Track grant proposal progress and maintain detailed records.

Skills

Grant Writing

Project Management

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Organizational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

Director of Corporate Grant Development

Strong background in corporate grant development and grant writing required.

Experience at a healthcare non-profit organization preferred.

About the American Kidney Fund:

The American Kidney Fund (AKF) is the nation’s leading nonprofit working on behalf of the one in seven Americans living with kidney disease. Our mission is to help people fight kidney disease and live healthier lives, and we fulfill that mission by providing a complete spectrum of programs and services, from prevention through transplant. We are proud to be recognized as one of the top 50 nonprofit employers in the United States by The Nonprofit Times. AKF invests 97 cents of every donated dollar in programs and holds the highest 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator and the Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid (formerly GuideStar).

About the position:

The Director of Corporate Grant Development will play a pivotal role in identifying, writing, and submitting high-quality grant proposals to both current and prospective corporate partners. Reporting to the Senior Director of Corporate Engagement and working closely with the corporate team, the Director will craft proposals that align with the strategic priorities of AKF and of potential funders and proactively research new corporate grant opportunities while ensuring project alignment, developing budgets, and setting appropriate sponsorship levels.

Responsibilities:

• Grant Development: Partner with the corporate fundraising team, and use key information, to develop and submit grants to existing and potential corporate partners. Ensure grant proposals align with AKF’s strategic goals, current programs, and capacity for execution.
• Budget Development: Work cross-functionally to develop internal budgets and determine appropriate sponsorship levels, including obtaining pricing for project elements.
• Grant Writing Standards: Create standards of proposal writing, including style, costs and timelines, by collaborating with internal departments and maintaining and updating corporate proposal templates.
• Grant Progress: Track grant proposal progress and keep detailed records of past, present, and upcoming grant opportunities, deadlines, and proposal statuses.
• Grant Review: Review and provide feedback on proposals prepared by other team members to ensure they follow the approved templates, reflect AKF’s voice, and include all necessary pricing information.
• Identify New Opportunities: Identify and evaluate new corporate funding sources to expand AKF’s funding pool.

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of corporate grant fundraising development experience, preferably at a healthcare non-profit organization.
• A strategic mindset with strong writing and communication skills and the ability to identify and outline programs and services that will appeal to prospective funders.
• A highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and collaborate effectively with others with demonstrated success in project management and program development.
• Experience developing proposals related to health and wellness preferred.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required; fundraising database software proficiency such as Raiser’s Edge or similar is a plus.

We provide a competitive salary of $115,000-$125,000 annually, paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal days; health, dental and vision coverage; life insurance and disability coverages; and a generous matching 403(b) retirement plan. In addition, we offer an ideal work/life balance including remote work capability with employees working in the office 1-4 days per month and reduced Friday hours, opportunities for annual raises and bonuses based on performance, free underground parking (Metro subsidies are provided for those who do not drive), and a friendly, collaborative, supportive and diverse culture where our team knows how much they are valued.

AKF is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a workplace that honors diversity, equity and inclusivity.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Non-profit Organizations, Public Health, and Health and Human Services