Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations

Georgia State University•Atlanta, GA

10h•$89,300 - $95,000

About The Position

Georgia State University Advancement is seeking a Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations to join its growing Corporate and Foundation Relations team. The role builds meaningful partnerships with foundation and corporate donors to secure transformational grant funding supporting university priorities, including research, scholarships, innovative programs, and capital projects. The Director represents Georgia State University, communicates its priorities and funding needs, and identifies alignment between university needs and funders’ priorities. The Director develops fundraising strategies with faculty, staff, and university leaders; pursues proposal opportunities of at least $100,000; and contributes to a multi-million-dollar team fundraising goal. The role manages and grows a portfolio of philanthropic prospects, builds relationships with executives and program officers, prepares proposals and supporting materials, and helps ensure effective stewardship and timely grant reporting. The Director also collaborates across campus, supports visits and external engagement, uses Salesforce Ascend CRM, and contributes to team and organizational initiatives. The position requires some nights and weekends as necessary and travel by plane, train, or car at least 15%–25% of the time within and outside Georgia. The anticipated hiring range is $89,300–$95,000; offers depend on qualifications and may be at or above the stated range.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience with gifts of $25,000 or more, or a combination of education and related experience.
Work some nights and weekends when necessary.
Travel at least 15%–25% of the time within and outside Georgia.

Nice To Haves

Track record of securing grants.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Collaborative, team-oriented style that emphasizes shared wins over individual credit.
Strong intrinsic motivation and commitment to excellence.
High levels of integrity and discretion.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Active contribution to a positive team culture.
Ability to empower and mentor colleagues.
Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

Create and implement fundraising strategies with faculty, staff, and university leadership, translating them into successful proposals.
Focus on proposal opportunities of at least $100,000 and contribute to a multi-million-dollar collective team goal.
Write and edit proposals, budgets, and supporting materials.
Develop an understanding of university priorities in the Meet the Future State Campaign: Strategic Plan: Blueprint to 2033 and other emerging needs.
Manage a portfolio of foundations, companies, and other philanthropic entities, while discovering and qualifying additional prospects.
Secure and attend frequent meetings with foundation and corporate executives and program officers.
Build relationships with faculty and staff and respond to their requests for strategic funding support.
Coordinate with corporate-facing teams across campus on holistic partnerships, including potential internships, recruiting, intellectual property, scholarships, and event sponsorships.
Develop innovative stewardship plans so donors feel appreciated and valued.
Collaborate on grant impact reports and ensure timely submission.
Arrange campus visits for foundation and corporate staff and brief key university leaders.
Monitor philanthropy and business news and conduct prospect research to identify new opportunities.
Use Salesforce Ascend CRM and collaborate with Advancement colleagues to review and document grant agreements.
Oversee projects involving student assistants and volunteers.
Participate in committees, task forces, service and team-building activities, boards, and professional associations.
Complete other special projects and reasonably related duties as assigned.
Work some nights and weekends when necessary and travel at least 15%–25% of the time within and outside Georgia.