Director of Strategic Foundation Partnerships
1 week ago
We are a leading organization in the fight against Multiple Sclerosis, and we're seeking an exceptional Director to join our team. As Director of Strategic Foundation Partnerships, you will play a critical role in cultivating and maintaining relationships with national and global foundations to drive sustained 6-7 figure giving.
This is a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in foundation relations and strategic partnership development to advance our mission. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify, qualify, and assign new foundation prospects, develop tailored solicitation strategies, and craft compelling proposals to secure grants and gifts at the 6-figure+ level.
About the Role:
We are looking for a seasoned professional with 6+ years of progressive fundraising experience, a proven track record of closing grants and gifts at the 6-figure+ level, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. You should be able to analyze data to uncover foundation prospects, articulate a compelling case for support, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a portfolio of 75-100 donors, prospect new business, and build a pipeline of qualified donors in the 6-7 figure range.
- Develop relationships, set and activate solicitation strategies, including writing complex and nuanced proposals.
- Serve as relationship lead to national and global public, private, and corporate foundations, identifying specific interests and deepen their connection to our organization.
- Collaborate with Individual Giving Staff, Corporate Engagement staff, market leaders, executive staff, and volunteers to strategize solicitation and drive key functions of the operational plan to achieve targeted revenue goals.
- Establish relationship management teams for high-capacity relationships within the portfolio and deploy teams as appropriate to engage foundation leaders and decision makers.
- Leverage national donor cultivation and stewardship opportunities to increase meaningful interactions with foundations.
About Us:
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society provides a comprehensive benefit package to employees, including a considerable Paid Time Off Plan, Paid Holidays, 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match, Educational Reimbursement Plan, Professional Development Assistance, Commuter Benefit Plan, Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits, and additional voluntary benefit offerings.
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented group of professionals who share a passion for making a difference in the lives of people affected by MS. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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