National Coordinator, Foundation Relations

American Liver Foundation

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The American Liver Foundation (ALF) is the nation’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to liver health and disease prevention. ALF promotes education, advocacy, support services, and research to prevent, treat, and cure liver disease.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in education, training, and experience.
A minimum of 2-3 years of frontline fundraising experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience to meet the minimum requirements for the position.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated capabilities delivering compelling presentations and proposals a must.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Exhibit a keen attention to detail, including follow-through and follow-up.
Demonstrate an ability to work with diverse personalities.
Be able to set and keep to internal deadlines.
Have drive and passion for community and donor development.
Be a creative thinker and contributor.
Strong self-confidence but also a team player.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Nice To Haves

Track record of success in securing private & family foundation grants in a non-profit environment, a plus.
Knowledge and experience with donor databases

Responsibilities

Serve as a contributing member of ALF’s National Team.
Effectively represent ALF, its mission, and values to all stakeholders, including the general public.
Maintain ongoing communication with existing foundation donors to raise funds to support ALF’s programmatic initiatives.
Secure new grants by identifying private and family foundation prospects, researching, qualifying, approaching, and soliciting support. Adhere to the steps of the fundraising cycle and best practices to move relationships through the process.
Conduct the full range of activities required to write, prepare, submit (via email or grant portals), and manage grant proposals to foundations. This includes developing budgets and budget narratives.
Write and submit grant reports, including obtaining and interpreting program information and data.
Serve as a knowledgeable representative of ALF’s programs, services, and research awards.
Demonstrate activities and follow up with monthly reports to demonstrate goal achievements.
Ensure fulfillment and delivery of all deliverables. Work with team members to ensure quality work and meet deadlines.
Collaborate with leadership and staff to set goals and determine organizational needs.
Document all grants and complete all necessary paperwork for accounting and operational fulfillment.
Maintain excellent relationships with existing relationships and expand relationships where possible.
Actively participate in learning opportunities for professional growth and self-improvement.
Prepare periodic progress reports as assigned.
Attend ALF meetings, programs, and events when requested.
All other duties as required.