Foundation Fundraising Lead

Center for Science in the Public Interest

Northern (KY)

On-site

USD 111,000 - 145,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) seeks a strategic Senior Development Officer to lead cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of private foundations, family foundations, state-based foundations, and other institutional funders. You will build a portfolio of prospects and partners and develop funding proposals aligned with CSPI's priorities.

Reporting to the Senior Development Director, you will collaborate with executive leadership, grants management, and program staff to

Qualifications

8+ years in foundation relations or grant fundraising.
Proven success securing six-figure foundation grants.
Ability to develop and execute institutional fundraising strategy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong relationship builder with senior leaders and boards.
Willingness to travel for donor meetings and events.

Responsibilities

Lead cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of foundations and institutional funders.
Build and manage a portfolio of foundations; develop funder briefs and proposals.
Collaborate with Senior Development Director to grow the pipeline of institutional support.
Coordinate budgeting, reporting, and compliance with CSPI policies.
Engage leadership and program staff to align proposals with priorities.
Support donor communications and stewardship activities.