Director of Foundation Relationships

Love Justice International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Love Justice International is seeking a Director of Foundation Relationships to lead foundation fundraising efforts. The role emphasizes cultivating private and public funders, and crafting compelling grant proposals in collaboration with program teams.

You will manage grants, ensure timely reporting, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver on commitments, reporting to the VP of Advancement; some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
• Proven track record in foundation fundraising and relationship-building.
• Excellent grant writing and verbal/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Foundation relationship building with private and public funders.
• Develop compelling grant proposals in collaboration with program teams.
• Oversee grant management, reporting, and compliance.
• Engage stakeholders and align programs with foundation expectations.
• Manage annual foundation fundraising budget with target setting.

Skills

Grant writing

Relationship management

Fundraising

Project management

Communication

AI proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Grant management software

CRM databases

Job description

# Director of Foundation RelationshipsNE Remote - NE## Description# Please apply on our website: www.lovejusticecareers.com**About Us****:** Love Justice International (LJI) is a Christian nonprofit driven by a singular calling: **to help the Church share the love of Christ by bringing justice for the least of these.** This calling leads us to our mission: Driving the downfall of slavery by disrupting human trafficking in transit.We are looking for **faithful, compassionate, and mission-driven problem-solvers**—people who think deeply about how to fight injustice and share Christ’s love in a broken world. This isn’t just a job; it’s a calling. If you’re searching for an easy, comfortable career, there are plenty of other options. But if you’re drawn to work that demands sacrifice, boldness, and faith, we invite you to apply and explore how you can be part of this mission.Love Justice International has been recognized as a Best Christian Workplace for six consecutive years (2021–2026), most recently achieving the “Flourishing” category—the highest level of organizational health. Learn more about who we are, what sets us apart, and our open positions at lovejustice.ngo/careers.What We Offer: Opportunities to genuinely change lives are rare; at LJI, that's exactly the kind of impact you can have. Our staff support and empower our frontline partners, enabling them to directly engage in life-changing work.Joining LJI means stepping into an opportunity to deeply impact lives by combating injustice and expressing the transformative love of Christ. At LJI, you'll be part of a connected, purpose-driven team committed to impactful, kingdom-class excellence.We offer competitive and thoughtful benefits packages tailored to the specific role and location of our staff. Benefit offerings are designed to support wellness, work-life balance, and overall staff care. Details of specific benefits will vary based on location, local standards, and applicable regulations.**Position Type**:Full Time; Salaried; Remote**Program and Position Overview**: We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of Foundation Relationships to lead our efforts in securing funding and support from private and public foundations. The Director of Foundations will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining relationships with foundations to secure the funding necessary to advance our mission. This position will be measured based on revenue performance.The Director of Foundation Relationships will report to the VP of Advancement. This position may also likely involve travel.**Key Responsibilities****:**1. **Foundation Relationship Building:** * Identify, research, and target potential private and public foundation partners that align with the organization's mission and objectives. * Cultivate and nurture relationships with foundation program officers, trustees, and decision-makers.2. **Grant Proposal Development:** * Working in collaboration develop compelling grant proposals tailored to the interests and guidelines of foundation partners. * Collaborate with the program teams to gather data, stories, and information necessary for grant applications. * Ensure grant applications are submitted on time and in compliance with all requirements.3. **Grant Management:** * Oversee the administration of grants, ensuring that all grant reporting requirements are met and deadlines are adhered to. * Maintain comprehensive records of grant applications, approvals, and rejections. * Communicate and coordinate with program teams to track progress and outcomes of grant-funded projects.4. **Stakeholder Engagement:** * Act as the primary point of contact for foundation partners, providing regular updates on the impact of their grants. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and delivery of programs and projects promised to foundation partners.5. **Financial Goal Achievement:** * Develop and manage an annual budget for foundation fundraising initiatives. * Partner with the E.D. to set and achieve fundraising targets, ensuring that the organization's financial goals are met through foundation contributions.Christian Culture: The work at Love Justice International (including the duties listed above) is conducted within a culture that strives to emulate Christ and make Him first and central. As part of our team, we seek staff who embrace the following expressions of what it means to *Abide in Christ*, our first Global Value:* Our primary identity is in Christ* We believe God is sovereign over injustice* We are made, called, and led By Christ* We commit to connect with Jesus* Prayer should be central to our work* Our conduct is our testimonyWe believe that our mission is not only about what we do but how we do it—through faith, prayer, and obedience to Christ.**Qualifications****:*** Mission & Faith Alignment + Mature Christian faith and agreement with our Global Value to “Abide in Christ” + Knowledge, understanding, and agreement with how the Christian Gospel ministers to “the least of these” (Matthew 25:40) and guides us in our mission + Agreement with our Core Value “Be the Kingdom”(in mission execution and personal conduct) + Acknowledgment of our Statement of Faith + Passion for **justice and advocacy** on behalf of vulnerable populations.* Experience & Skills + Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, or a related field (Master's preferred). + Proven track record of successful foundation fundraising and relationship-building. 7-10 years preferred. + Strong understanding of the grant-making process and foundation landscape. + Excellent communication and grant writing skills, both written and verbal. + Proficient in relationship management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement. + Strong project management and organizational skills. + Familiarity with grant management software and databases. + Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. + AI Proficiency: Willingness and aptitude to learn to use AI tools to improve your work and the processes you own; existing experience preferred.**Application Process****:**We will continue to invite applications for this position until a new Director of Foundation Relationships has been hired. Candidates will submit a letter of interest and CV when they submit their application here. Nominations, inquiries, and questions concerning this search may be directed to [e-mail]. Visit the LJI careers page, https://www.lovejustice.ngo/careers, to learn more about our mission, explore FAQs, and see how you can be part of our work.Please allow us 1–2 weeks to process your application. Thank you for your interest!