Director of Institutional and Corporate Funding

Director of Institutional and Corporate Funding
Reports to: Director of Individual Giving and Development Operations and the President and Chief Executive Officer

Position Overview:
The Director of Institutional and Corporate Funding serves as a key leadership role within the Edmundite Missions' advancement team, responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and other institutional donors. This position will play a vital role in advancing the Missions' work by building meaningful relationships with funding partners who share our commitment to serving those in need.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Planning

▪ Develop and execute a comprehensive institutional giving strategy aligned with the Missions' strategic priorities
▪ Establish annual and long-term fundraising goals for institutional and corporate funding
▪ Collaborate with leadership to identify funding priorities and create compelling cases for support
▪ Monitor trends in corporate and foundation giving to identify new funding opportunities

Relationship Management

▪ Build and strengthen relationships with foundation officers, corporate giving directors, and other institutional funders
▪ Serve as primary liaison between the Missions and institutional funding partners
▪ Engage with mission-aligned corporations to develop mutually beneficial partnerships
▪ Represent the Missions at relevant networking events and conferences

Grant Development & Management

▪ Oversee the full grant cycle including prospect research, proposal development, submission, and reporting
▪ Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information for proposals and reports ▪ Ensure compliance with all grant requirements and deadlines
▪ Maintain accurate records of all institutional funding activities

Revenue Growth & Diversification

▪ Identify and pursue new institutional funding sources to diversify revenue streams
▪ Develop innovative corporate partnership models beyond traditional philanthropy
▪ Create opportunities for increased giving from existing institutional donors
▪ Collaborate with planned giving and major gifts teams to maximize institutional relationships

Team Leadership

▪ Contributes to a culture of collaboration, excellence, and mission focus
▪ Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the advancement department

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

▪ Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
▪ Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in institutional fundraising, preferably in faith-based or social service organizations
▪ Demonstrated success in securing six and seven-figure grants from foundations and corporations
▪ Experience with mission advancement models that emphasize relationship building

Skills & Competencies

▪ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
▪ Strong relationship-building abilities with diverse stakeholders
▪ Strategic thinking and planning capabilities
▪ Excellent project management and organizational skills
▪ Proficiency with fundraising databases and research tools
▪ Understanding of Catholic social teaching and mission-driven work

Personal Attributes

▪ Passion for the Edmundite Missions' work and commitment to serving those in need
▪ Ability to inspire trust and confidence among donors and colleagues
▪ Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach
▪ Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments
▪ Ethical approach to fundraising with the highest standards of integrity

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

ABOUT EDMUNDITE MISSIONS:
The Edmundite Missions has been serving the poor and vulnerable for over 80 years, providing food, clothing, shelter, education, and hope. Our mission-advancement approach focuses on meaningful engagement with donors and partners who share our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

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