Corporate and Foundations Relations Coordinator

Pitzer College • Claremont, CA

3d • $22 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of College Advancement seeks a talented and enthusiastic Corporate and Foundations Relations Coordinator to join the team. They will be responsible for the coordination of private grants and will play a crucial role in supporting the grants process for the college. This position will report directly to the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. The individual will assist in managing grant applications and reporting requirements to support the team in meeting fundraising goals. In addition, this position will support the overall Advancement efforts by developing a comprehensive understanding of Pitzer’s programs and services and be responsible for tracking grants, budgets, and supporting materials related to grant-funded projects, and helping ensure that grant-funded programs are implemented in accordance with grant requirements and that grant funders are properly stewarded.

Requirements

• Ability to: Compile, analyze, and interpret data and research to develop compelling proposals and reports.
• Prioritize independently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines with solid skills in planning and organization.
• Respond effectively to changing priorities and fluctuating workload.
• Complete tasks efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision.
• Exercise initiative and sound judgment and be proactive.
• At least one year of professional experience in a similar position, including assisting in writing and administrative responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Higher Education, social justice issues, and a familiarity with Los Angeles and the Inland Empire.
• Experience with CRM, such as Raiser’s Edge NXT, Salesforce, or similar
• Strong written communications skills

Responsibilities

• Manage records, grants, proposals, and contact reports in the donor database
• Maintain calendar, reporting deadlines, and schedules for grant requirements
• Work closely with other departments and faculty to organize and prepare necessary grant application materials, including budgets/financial information, reports, and supporting documents
• Maintain CFR collateral, documents, and presentation decks
• Draft corporate and foundation briefings for President and Senior Leadership as needed
• Coordinate current and prospective institutional funders for site visits, meetings, and calls
• Conduct proactive research on corporations and foundations on an ongoing basis
• Maintains familiarity with Pitzer’s curricula, partnerships, and programs through research, visits, and communication with program directors, faculty, and the Advancement team
• Research current foundation supporters of the college, grant awardees, and programs funded
• Draft research profiles on corporations and foundations, their funding priorities, and program officers
• Actively attends college on-campus and off-campus Advancement and CFR-related events across all areas of interest, including athletics, cultural, environmental, and social justice issues, as needed
• Draft written materials for funders, including acknowledgement letters and stewardship materials in partnership with the Director of Stewardship, and proposals/LOI’s
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the team for special projects or events as needed.

Benefits

• Pitzer College is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, tuition exchange program participation and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed