Director of Corporate And Foundation Relations (Cambridge)

Director, Foundation and Corporate Relations

Overview:

Our client, a renowned nonprofit biomedical research institution, is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as the Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations. This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to drive impactful fundraising initiatives by cultivating high-level partnerships with foundations, corporations, and philanthropic entities. The successful candidate will leverage their scientific background and extensive relationship-management skills to amplify the institute’s research and educational mission through innovative and collaborative funding strategies.

Compensation:

$150,000.00

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for foundation and corporate philanthropy, aligning with institutional goals.
• Cultivate and expand relationships with high-capacity foundation and corporate partners, overseeing multi-year engagement plans.
• Lead the creation of compelling, scientifically-informed proposals by translating complex research priorities into persuasive funding cases.
• Manage the full lifecycle of donor engagement, from initial prospecting to stewardship, ensuring high levels of donor satisfaction and retention.
• Serve as a key resource for faculty on funding opportunities, staying current on research initiatives and funding trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including faculty and senior leadership, to ensure cohesive messaging and strategic alignment.
• Prepare and oversee the submission of LOIs, grant proposals, and reports, ensuring compliance and excellence in presentation.
• Represent the institute at meetings and networking events with foundation and corporate leaders, enhancing visibility and partnership potential.
• Enhance cross-departmental collaboration to support strategic fundraising campaigns and institutional objectives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; PhD or scientific background strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in foundation relations or related fundraising within a nonprofit, academic, or research setting.
• Proven success in securing complex, multi-year institutional grants and establishing steady partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement integrated, collaborative fundraising strategies.
• Exceptional skill in communicating scientific concepts to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, influence, and relationship-building capabilities with faculty, senior leaders, and external partners.
• Adept at project management, capable of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms and grants management systems such as Cayuse.
• Bachelor’s degree required; relevant advanced degrees are advantageous.
• Willingness to travel as needed, with limited travel (approximately 0-5%).

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The Hollister Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are under-represented in their respective occupation or position.