Missouri State University is accepting applications for a Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. Responsibilities: The Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) advances Missouri State University Foundation fundraising efforts by aligning the philanthropic interests of corporations and private foundations with the University’s strategic priorities and mission. This position is responsible for developing and managing relationships with corporate and private foundation partners through the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospective and current donors.  The Director of CFR develops and implements fundraising strategies focused on securing Missouri State University is accepting applications for a Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. Responsibilities: The Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) advances Missouri State University Foundation fundraising efforts by aligning the philanthropic interests of corporations and private foundations with the University’s strategic priorities and mission. This position is responsible for developing and managing relationships with corporate and private foundation partners through the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospective and current donors.  The Director of CFR develops and implements fundraising strategies focused on securing support from corporate and private foundation sources, while also engaging individual donors and businesses as assigned by University Advancement leadership. This position initiates and conducts personal outreach with key corporate and foundation representatives and accompanies the University President, the Vice President for University Advancement, development staff, academic deans, and/or faculty members on visits to strengthen donor relationships and advance fundraising objectives. . Responsibilities also include writing and submitting compelling gift and grant proposals, with an emphasis on opportunities of $25,000 or more.

The Director of CFR develops proposals and grant applications to foundations that meet donor guidelines and specifications as well as University policies and fundraising priorities. The Director of CFR collaborates with campus partners to provide timely reports and financial tracking of grants from foundations that have made philanthropic gifts to the University. For required qualifications and application procedures: https://jobs.missouristate.edu.  Pay Grade: 47. Salary is commensurate with experience Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.  Missouri State University is an equal opportunity institution and employer.

Link to posting:
https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/87942