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Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations - Occidental College
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$124K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expOccidental College is a nationally recognized private liberal arts college located in Los Angeles, CA, and is seeking an Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations to join their Institutional Advancement team. The role involves building and advancing philanthropic partnerships, overseeing fundraising efforts, and collaborating with faculty and administrative leaders to develop compelling proposals.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Jessica Kingery, MBA
Responsibilities
Set direction for and oversee all aspects of college-wide corporate and foundation (CFR) fundraising and engagement efforts to achieve fundraising goals
Proactively identifying and researching prospects; cultivating prospects and providing meaningful stewardship to CFR funders
Build and maintain a portfolio of CFR partnerships and prospects to support the mission of the College
Direct and collaborate on the development and writing of proposals; proposal solicitation, submission, and tracking
Develop systems for leading annual foundation plans, identifying each foundation that will be solicited, for what project, projected request, coordinate the PI(s) and project team, oversee submission deadline, expected decision date, and reporting timeline for awarded funds
Develops strategic approaches to corporations and industry grant and gift opportunities
Review and edit grant proposals, LOIs, and reports produced by the CFR team before submission to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with grantor guidelines
Oversee the development of strategies and briefings in preparation for meetings with CFR representatives
Compose grant-related correspondence for the President and VP of Institutional Advancement
Responsible for partnering with PIs, the Sponsored Research Office, and Finance Office on collaborative grant opportunities
Remain current with national and regional trends and priorities in grant making
Supervising the Director of Strategic Initiatives to lead the development of complex, cross-institutional philanthropic proposals and projects
Convene and facilitate faculty and administrative teams across the College to shape project concepts and strengthen proposal design for CFR grants and principal gifts
Oversee strategy and writing for high-priority philanthropic proposals collaborating with campus partners to craft compelling cases and budgets
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of College programs and initiatives to align institutional needs with prospective and existing funders
Understand and drive the mission and priorities of the Office of Institutional Advancement and serve as an advocate for the department
Oversee the work and related activities of a Director, Associate Director, Development Writer, and Development Coordinator of CFR and strategic initiatives
Builds and develops the knowledge and abilities of assigned direct reports, evaluating performance and articulating work goals and objectives
Thoroughly document donor activities and solicitation in a timely manner in line with policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a performance-based fundraising environment, including proposal strategy and development
Direct frontline fundraising experience managing a portfolio of donors or institutional partners
Ability to synthesize complex ideas and institutional priorities into compelling philanthropic cases
Strong writing, storytelling, and communication skills across formats (narrative, data, visuals)
Demonstrated ability to analyze, organize, and present data effectively to varied audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat, and related tools
Exceptional attention to detail, planning, and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment with shifting priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Commitment to justice, equity, inclusion, and diversity
Ability to lead, train, and motivate others effectively
Experience with Salesforce or other CRM systems
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance options
Life insurance coverage
Free access to campus fitness and wellness facilities, including the swimming pool, tennis courts, gym, and weight room
On-campus wellness programs and classes, including discounted Weight Watchers
Participation in a 403(b) retirement savings plan
Access to Glendale Area Schools Credit Union membership, including financial services such as share accounts, checking, and credit options
Library borrowing privileges and access to the Academic Commons
10% discount at the Oxy Bookstore on most items
Discounts through the Working Advantage program for entertainment, travel, shows, and more
Company
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