Director of Foundation Giving - Dallas, TX (8981)

The Salvation Army•Dallas, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Foundation Giving plans, develops, implements, oversees, and evaluates private foundation and government fundraising activities across Area Command under a formalized fund development program. The role strengthens relationships with foundation representatives and government entities to increase engagement, identify funding opportunities, and secure government funding. Working with program teams, Grants and Contracts Specialists, and the Grants Coordinator, the Director oversees proposals and applications, gift stewardship, and campaign fundraising support. The Director leads the Foundation Giving and grants teams, including staff development, supervision, performance evaluation, and accountability for fundraising goals and metrics. The role develops short- and long-range strategies, maintains donor and prospect records, coordinates communications and stewardship, and oversees grant expenditures and required progress and final reports in collaboration with the financial department. The position also supports visits with foundations alongside organizational leadership and Advisory Board members. Duties are generally performed in an office environment, usually while seated, with occasional standing or walking. The position requires travel to various locations for meetings and institutional events, effective English communication, and the ability and willingness to perform duties in accordance with the organization’s ministry and Christian principles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
Seven years of successful foundation and fundraising experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability and willingness to perform duties in accordance with the organization’s ministry and Christian principles and to conduct communications and job duties professionally.
Ability to travel to various locations for meetings and institutional events.
Ability to perform work that includes frequent walking, standing, lifting, and carrying of light objects weighing less than 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

CFRE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the selection, training, and supervision of staff responsible for foundation giving and government grants; monitor compliance with program policies, procedures, standards, and regulations and conduct performance evaluations.
Administer, lead, plan, and supervise foundation giving and government grants to increase donor engagement, programmatic accountability, and achievement of fundraising goals.
Provide visible leadership to the Foundation Giving and grants teams, motivate and guide employees, and encourage innovative approaches to organizational performance.
Mentor and lead the Grants Coordinator and Grants and Contracts Specialists, fostering team cohesion, employee engagement, retention, and staff growth.
Supervise the expenditure of granted funds and submission of progress and final reports; work with the financial department on processes for monitoring and tracking grant-related revenues and costs.
Develop, implement, and evaluate foundation giving and government grants strategies to achieve short- and long-range goals, and communicate progress to the immediate supervisor or Area Command Officers.
Lead the team in implementing strategies and hold team members accountable for established fundraising goals and metrics.
Develop relationships with foundation funders and connect them with staff, board members, volunteers, and donors.
Collaborate with program teams to build relationships with government entities, identify potential funding opportunities, and explain Salvation Army programs relevant to funding guidelines.
Maintain accurate and complete donor management system profiles and records for donors and prospects, including contacts, relationships, activities, meeting notes, and giving histories.
Develop and maintain a listing of foundation donors and prospects and ensure their requests for information or clarification receive accurate, timely, and professional responses.
Evaluate day-to-day efforts to ensure established goals are met or surpassed.
Accompany Advisory Board members, the Managing Director, the Area Commander, and the immediate supervisor on foundation visits as needed.
Collaborate with the Community Relations Department team to coordinate communications, stewardship, and solicitation activities with foundations.
Travel to locations for meetings and institutional events.