Senior Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations

Texas A&M University System • Corpus Christi, TX

10d • $75,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Associate Vice President of Development, the Senior Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations provides strategic leadership for the University's foundation and corporate fundraising program. This role is responsible for setting portfolio strategy, cultivating and closing principal- and major-level gifts and partnerships, and supervising a Foundation and Corporate Relations (FCR) Officer in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts and partnerships that advance the imperatives outlined in the University's strategic plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Five (5) years of related experience, including demonstrated success securing major grants from foundations and corporations
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, prospective donors, and campus partners at all levels
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including advanced expertise in formal proposal and grant writing
• Ability to relate well to coworkers, peers, and leadership across Institutional Advancement and the University as a whole
• Positive, collaborative, and service-oriented attitude

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field
• Seven to ten (7-10) years of progressive experience in foundation and corporate fundraising
• Prior experience supervising or mentoring staff
• Demonstrated track record securing six- and seven-figure gifts from foundations and corporations
• Experience at a university or comparable complex nonprofit
• Raiser's Edge experience
• CFRE or other relevant fundraising credential
• Passionate about higher education

Responsibilities

• Direct research efforts to identify funding opportunities that align with the strategic direction of the University
• Cultivate and manage relationships with the University's most significant foundation and corporate partners, including principal-level prospects
• Lead the development of complex grant applications and funding proposals in support of scholarships, programs, outreach, and other work of the University's students, faculty, and staff
• Manage the University's fundraising request form and serve as the central point of coordination for internal campus requests to solicit funds from external foundations and corporations
• Advise campus partners on appropriate funders, timing, and proposal strategy prior to approving external solicitation requests
• Oversee stewardship strategy, ensuring accurate, timely, and compelling impact reporting on the use of funds
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Colleges and Institutional Advancement on foundation and corporate matters
• Represent the University's foundation and corporate relations function within professional networks, staying ahead of industry best practices and funding trends
• Set the vision, strategy, and annual goals for the University's foundation and corporate relations program in alignment with institutional and divisional priorities
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the FCR Officer, providing guidance on prospect strategy, proposal development, and portfolio management
• Establish and monitor performance metrics and fundraising targets for the FCR program
• Manage the FCR program's operating budget and resource allocation
• Represent Institutional Advancement at high-visibility University and community events
• Identify and cultivate students, alumni, and donors who can help communicate the University's story and impact to corporate and foundation audiences
• Build and maintain a presence in key community and industry organizations, representing the University in alignment with institutional priorities
• Maintain oversight of the FCR program's portfolio of corporate and foundation donors and partners, ensuring consistent, accurate documentation of engagement
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of donor and prospect contacts
• Report quarterly on fundraising activity, pipeline health, and other metrics
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical Insurance ($0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution)
• Up to 83% of premium covered by the university for Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accidental D&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Day Care Spending Account
• On-campus wellness opportunities
• Work Life Solutions (Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources)
• Public Loan Forgiveness
• Book scholarships
• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year
• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month
• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month
• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays each year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior