Director of Grants and Foundation Relations

The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium seeks a strategic Director of Grants and Foundation Relations to lead the research, writing, formatting, and submission of high-quality grant proposals and reports to federal, local, foundation and corporate funders.

This role drives donor cultivation and stewardship in support of the Zoo’s Foundation and Capital Campaign, collaborates with the Development team, reports to the VP of Development, and requires flexible hours and strict adherence to deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in fundraising, grant writing, communications or related field, along with three to five years of experience in fund raising, marketing, communications, grant writing or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the research, writing, formatting and submission of grant proposals and reports to funding agencies.
• Cultivate and steward individual and corporate donors to support Foundation, Capital Campaign and other fundraising programs.
• Work with internal staff to gather information, ensure timely submissions and prepare final grant reports.

Skills

Grant writing

Fundraising

Research

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in fundraising/grant writing/communications or related field

Job description

Director of Grants and Foundation Relations – (Full-Time)

Under limited supervision, the Director of Grants and Foundation Relations will research, write, format, and submit compelling, high-quality grant proposals and reports to funding agencies, including federal, local, foundation and corporate grants. This position will assist with the cultivation and stewardship of individual and corporate donors to support the Zoo’s Foundation, Capital Campaign, and other fundraising programs.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent research, organizational, written and verbal communication skills. They will be motivated to work independently through the process of writing grants, preparation of the package, the submission process, follow-up and final grant report. Must be able to work with internal staff effectively in order to obtain the information necessary to prepare grant applications and final reports. Knowledge of fundraising information sources is essential and excellent phone skills and the ability to ask for and acquire donations is critical. Attention to detail and deadlines is crucial.

Works closely with fellow Development team to align efforts and set goals. The Director of Grants and Foundation Relations reports to the Vice President of Development. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and requires time worked in excess of forty hours per week.

Minimum Training & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in fundraising, grant writing, communications or related field, along with three to five years of experience in fund raising, marketing, communications, grant writing or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Position may require working evenings and weekends
• Must have a valid drivers’ license and be insurable by the fleet insurance carrier.
• Must be at least 21+ years of age.
• The Toledo Zoo is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.

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The Toledo Zoo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, genetic information, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.