Engineering Corporate & Foundation Partnerships Lead

University of Maryland - Division of University Relations; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 89,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland, College Park, is seeking an Assistant Director of Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations, to cultivate and solicit new partnerships with corporations and foundations. You will work across eight engineering departments and with multiple school units to maximize return on investment from partners.

The role includes developing a donor pipeline, advising on engagement strategies, and supporting student groups, with evening/weekend work and travel as required.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Three (3) years of professional development, fundraising or external relations experience.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and solicit new corporate/foundation partnerships.
• Engage eight engineering departments and school units in fundraising strategies.
• Develop prospect pipeline and maximize engagement with funders.
• Support Corporate Partners Program; manage memberships and donor recognition.
• Provide fundraising and administrative support for student groups and teams.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Policy interpretation

Policy development

Donor relations

Executive interaction

Multitasking

Deadlines adherence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

University of Maryland, College Park, is seeking an Assistant Director of Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations, to cultivate and solicit new partnerships with corporations and foundations. You will work across eight engineering departments and with multiple school units to maximize return on investment from partners.

The role includes developing a donor pipeline, advising on engagement strategies, and supporting student groups, with evening/weekend work and travel as required.