Overview
Foundation Giving Officer/Foundation Giving Associate Jobs in Newport, USA at The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
About Salve Regina University:
Salve Regina University, ranked as one of the most transformative colleges in the United States by Money Magazine, is a comprehensive
Catholic University located in the scenic coastal community of
Newport, Rhode Island. The University’s commitment to academi…sucess and personal discovery extends beyond its historic campus into a dynamic world where the application of higher thinking andskill are most valued. Salve Regina offers bachelor’s and master’sdegree programs, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs inhumanities, international relations and nursing. Enrollment includes more than 2,600 undergraduate and graduate students from across the U.S. and around the world.
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY:
It is an exciting time in Salve Regina University’s as we approach the successful conclusion of the largest comprehensive campaign inthe University’s history, Our Mission. Our Moment. The campaign hashad a transformational impact by enhancing the student experience and uniquely preparing Salve students to make a positive difference in the world. The University Advancement team is seeking aFoundations Giving Officer/Foundation Giving Associate with agrowth mindset and multi-faceted skillset, who can work with anarray of stakeholders and foundation funders to propel our mission forward through philanthropy.
Foundation
Giving Officer
Job Description:
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Foundation Giving Officer (FGO) plans, organizes and manages foundation fundraising and stewardship and expands the philanthropic foundation grant pipeline, creating a sustainablerevenue stream for the University. The FGO will create compelling proposals for varied programmatic and capital funding needs,creatively matching funding opportunities with both new andexisting foundation funders. The FGO will be expected to be entrepreneurial in identifying new foundation funders, who have an interest in investing in the University through their philanthropy and meaningful engagement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (FGO):
- Foster a collaborative and empowering work environment rootedin Salve Regina University’s Mercy mission: demonstrate empathicleadership through the positive engagement of Advancement team members and volunteers.
- Secure an annual agreed upon amount toward the University Advancement’s overall annual goal in significant foundation grants.
- Manage a pool of current foundation prospects and proactively build a new pipeline of foundation donors to ensure a sustainable investment stream in future years. Support the VP of University Advancement in the development of relationships with key foundation administrators and executives.
- Establish relationships with foundation staff through personal visits, correspondence, and attendance at cultivation events, often serving as a primary point of contact and relationship manager.
- Independently and in conjunction with campus partners, the FGOwill develop and write proposals for a wide array of strategic funding needs, creatively matching funding opportunities with newand existing foundation funders, and ensuring that foundation approaches, from identification to cultivation, solicitation,closure, and stewardship, are highly strategic and coordinated across internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare stewardship reports on foundation grants.
- Plan and execute strategic activities that increase major foundation support through gifts, grants, and contracts.
- Document all foundation interactions, including outreach to existing and new funders, for accurate current and future reporting.
- Maintain knowledge of industry dynamics, personnel changes,stock market performance, foundation funding, and all related activities and changes that may affect foundation funding.
- As part of the Advancement Team, participate in all fundraising initiatives, including giving days and events, to achieve overall divisional goals.
OTHER
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As assigned by the Vice President for University Advancement andthe Senior Director of Development
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Valid driver’s license is required.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Foundation Giving Associate
Job Description:
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Foundation Giving Associate (FGA) will provide organizational and research support for a grant writer. The FGA will collect pertinent project information, track deadlines for submissions and reporting, arrange meetings with foundation leaders for University leadership, and will manage the logistics related to foundation representatives’ site visits to campus. Applicants who aspire tobecome a Foundation Giving Officer are encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (FGA):
- Foster a collaborative and empowering work environment rootedin Salve Regina University’s Mercy mission: demonstrate empathicleadership through the positive engagement of Advancement team members and volunteers.
- In conjunction with the Vice President for University Advancement and grant…
Title: Foundation Giving Officer/Foundation Giving Associate
Company: The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
Location: Newport, USA
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