Community Foundation for MetroWest - Development Manager, Corporate and Foundation Relations

NRG Consulting Group•Natick, MA

3d•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Manager, Corporate and Foundation Relations is a strategic, relationship-driven fundraiser responsible for growing and managing the Community Foundation for MetroWest’s corporate and foundation partnerships across MetroWest. Reporting to the Vice President of Advancement & Philanthropic Services, this role develops corporate philanthropy and foundation funding opportunities, oversees grant writing and administration, builds partner relationships, and strengthens donor and sponsor engagement. The position also leads the Foundation’s two major fundraising events and represents the Foundation in regional business, civic, and community settings. This full-time hybrid position is based in Natick, Massachusetts. The staff currently work in the office three days per week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The role collaborates across Development, Program, Marketing/Communications, Finance, and Operations teams, and supports the Foundation’s fundraising goals, regional engagement, and role as a convener and connector. Candidates who live within or have strong ties to MetroWest communities are preferred.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in fundraising, corporate relations, grant writing, business development, or a related field.
Demonstrated success cultivating and stewarding corporate and/or foundation relationships.
Experience writing successful grant proposals for organizational programs and initiatives, as well as funder reports.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.
Strategic thinking, proactive project management, sound judgment, strong follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Experience using donor databases or CRM systems.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the MetroWest region and philanthropic landscape is strongly preferred.
Living within or having strong ties to MetroWest communities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies to grow corporate philanthropy through sponsorships, employee engagement, and strategic partnerships supporting Foundation events and initiatives.
Build and manage a portfolio of corporate partners and prospects, with tailored cultivation, solicitation, retention, upgrade, and re-engagement strategies.
Work with the VP of Advancement on strategy for two major fundraising events and other donor engagement events.
Lead the Foundation’s two major fundraising events, including sponsorship goals and revenue, sponsor cultivation and solicitation, partner engagement, and internal collaboration.
Explore employee engagement, volunteerism, and workplace giving opportunities.
Serve as an ambassador for the Foundation within the business community.
Research, identify, qualify, and prioritize foundation funding opportunities aligned with the Foundation’s initiatives, priorities, and goals.
Manage the grant lifecycle from prospect research and proposal development through award administration, stewardship, and reporting.
Develop proposals, letters of inquiry, reports, and other funder communications with the Program and Marketing/Communications teams.
Develop grant calendars to ensure deliverables and deadlines are met.
Build and maintain relationships with foundation program officers and philanthropic leaders in partnership with CFMW leadership.
Develop and execute stewardship strategies that demonstrate impact, strengthen relationships, and encourage renewed and increased investment.
Coordinate sponsor benefits, recognition, and engagement for Foundation events and programs.
Work with Program and Marketing & Communications teams to share impact, recognize supporters, and deliver funder and sponsor benefits.
Use CRM data and fundraising insights to track portfolio activity, pipeline health, outcomes, and performance and to inform strategy.
Represent the Foundation at community, civic, and business events throughout MetroWest.
Connect corporate and foundation partners to regional needs, opportunities, and philanthropic initiatives.
Use Impact MetroWest and other Foundation data and insights to engage funders around community challenges and opportunities.
Support the Foundation’s role as a convener and connector across sectors.
Collaborate with the Development and Marketing team on fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, moves management, and special events.
Maintain accurate donor and prospect records in Raiser's Edge.
Work with Finance and Operations to track payments, ensure accurate fund allocation, and monitor grants.
Contribute to annual fundraising goals and departmental performance metrics.
Support Board and volunteer engagement related to corporate and foundation fundraising.