Director of Foundation Giving - Dallas, TX

THE SALVATION ARMY•Dallas, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Foundation Giving plans, develops, implements, oversees, and evaluates private foundation and government fundraising activities across the Area Command as part of a formalized fund development program. The role strengthens relationships with foundation representatives, identifies giving opportunities, and works with program teams and Grants and Contracts Specialists to build relationships with government entities and secure funding. In collaboration with the Grants Coordinator, the Director stewards gifts and oversees the preparation of proposals and applications, and supports campaign fundraising with the immediate supervisor or Area Command Officers. The Director leads the Foundation Giving and government grants teams, including staff selection, training, supervision, performance evaluation, and development. The position plans and evaluates short- and long-range fundraising strategies, holds team members accountable for goals and metrics, and oversees grant expenditures and required progress and final reports. The role also works with the financial department to support appropriate processes for tracking grant-related revenues and costs. The position develops and maintains relationships with foundation funders and government entities, ensures donor and prospect records are accurate and complete, responds to information requests professionally and promptly, and coordinates communications, stewardship, and solicitation with the Community Relations Department. The Director may accompany organizational leaders and Advisory Board members on foundation visits. Duties are performed in accordance with The Salvation Army’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 communicate and perform duties professionally.
Ability to travel to various locations for meetings and institutional events.
Ability to perform duties that are usually seated, with occasional standing or walking and frequent limited physical effort involving walking, standing, lifting, and carrying 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 policies and procedures 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 employees, and encourage innovative approaches to organizational performance.
Mentor and lead the Grants Coordinator and Grants and Contracts Specialists, supporting team cohesion, employee engagement, retention, and staff development.
Supervise the expenditure of granted funds and the submission of progress and final reports required by grantors.
Work with the financial department to ensure appropriate processes for monitoring and tracking grant-related revenues and costs.
Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate short- and long-range foundation giving and government grants strategies.
Communicate and coordinate with the immediate supervisor or Area Command Officers regarding the status and accomplishments of plans, goals, and objectives.
Lead the team in implementing fundraising strategies and hold team members accountable for established goals and metrics.
Develop and foster relationships with foundation funders and identify personal connections among staff, board members, volunteers, and donors.
Collaborate with program teams to build relationships with government entities, identify potential funding opportunities, and explain programs that fit funding guidelines.
Maintain the donor management system and accurate, complete donor and prospect profiles, including contacts, relationships, activities, meeting notes, and giving histories.
Develop and maintain a listing of foundation donors and prospects, respond to their requests for information and clarification, and evaluate efforts against established goals.
Accompany Advisory Board members, the Managing Director, the Area Commander, and the immediate supervisor on foundation visits as needed.
Coordinate communications, stewardship, and solicitation activities with the Community Relations Department team.
Support campaign fundraising in coordination with the immediate supervisor or Area Command Officers.
Travel to various locations to participate in meetings and institutional events.