Associate Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations - Clark University

Clark University • Worcester, MA

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About The Position

This position works with the Sr. Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) on all aspects of the team's work, contributing directly to securing $2-5 million annually in funding commitments for faculty research and University programs, initiatives, and strategic priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required
• 3 to 5 years of corporate and foundation relations or related grant-writing experience in a higher education or similar non-profit environment
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, including being able to translate information from a variety of disciplines for different audiences
• The ability to work on multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• The ability to work with faculty and staff across campus, and with staff from foundations and corporations
• Knowledge of the corporate and foundation relations landscape

Nice To Haves

• 5-7 years of experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Identifying and qualifying foundation and corporate prospects and funding opportunities
• Developing cultivation/solicitation strategies
• Managing relationships with prospects and donors
• Preparing letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports, including writing, editing, and/or proofreading
• Coordinating grant proposal review with the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research
• Coordinating post-award stewardship and grants administration, including financial reporting with the Grant Accounting team

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Generous retirement plan
• Group health and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Use of many campus amenities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree