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Director of Foundation Relations
NYFA
Bronx, NY, United States
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Description
An integral member of the Foundation Relations team, the Director of Foundations Relations leads the development of grant proposals to federal and state agencies and private foundations, with a focus on major gifts, special projects, education, and arts and humanities programs. This role will blend excellent writing and prospect research skills with the ability to build connections both internally at NYBG and with program officers at foundations and government agencies.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
•Research and cultivate current and potential foundation/government donors with the goal of securing restricted and unrestricted gifts in support of NYBG's programs
•Develop prospect lists and other foundation research profiles.
•Manage logistics for development of complex proposals, including coordinating teams of staff across and outside the organization, implementing grant development schedules, and meticulous attention to detailed guidelines.
•Prepare compelling written documents, including proposals, reports, letters, and other materials as required.
•Oversee grant administration, including reporting schedules and adherence to funder regulations, terms, and conditions.
•Coordinate preparation of program budgets to accompany proposals and reports with program staff, Development, and Budget offices.
•Initiate and lead donor and prospect calls, meetings, tours, and other special events as required.
Requirements:
•Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
•Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in fundraising with a demonstrated track record of success in foundation relations and grant-writing.
•Creative and strategic thinker with superior written and verbal communication skills. Writing samples required.
•Ability to thrive in an environment that emphasizes teamwork as well as individual initiative.
•Ability to build constructive and effective relationships with all levels of staff, donors, prospects, and public.
•Excellent organization skills needed to manage multiple priorities and projects, and meet deadlines.
•Meticulous and consistent in matters of accuracy, presentation, and attention to detail.
•Mastery of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge donor tracking software preferred.
•Demonstrated interest in working for a cultural or educational institution preferred.
EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran