PLNU
Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
Point Loma Campus - San Diego, CA · Director · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$90k-$110kDetected 34 days ago
Project ManagementCRMScientific WritingResearchLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills
About the role
- PLNU is seeking a strategic and relationship-driven Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations to expand philanthropic partnerships that advance the university's mission and priorities.
- Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate's experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to strengthen PLNU's corporate and foundation partnerships and increase philanthropic support
- Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with corporations, foundations, and strategic community partners aligned with university priorities
- Lead the preparation and submission of compelling grant proposals, sponsorship requests, and funding applications
- Manage the full grant lifecycle including prospect research, proposal development, reporting, stewardship, and compliance tracking
- Collaborate with university leadership, deans, faculty, and staff to identify funding priorities and partnership opportunities
- Work closely with the academic grant office to coordinate a university-wide grants strategy and support funding initiatives across academic units
- Develop donor impact reports and stewardship communications that demonstrate meaningful outcomes and institutional impact
- Organize meetings, events, and engagement opportunities for corporate and foundation partners to deepen relationships with the university
- Provide guidance and support to faculty and staff related to grant writing, foundation engagement, and corporate partnership opportunities
- Collaborate with Pathways and Partnerships initiatives to strengthen employer and community engagement opportunities
Requirements
- Strong ability to identify funding opportunities and align them with institutional priorities and impact areas
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex partnership opportunities
- Experience researching philanthropic trends, corporate engagement strategies, and funding opportunities
- Bachelor's degree required
- Proven track record of securing significant corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, and other large-scale philanthropic gifts
- Strong knowledge of the corporate and foundation landscape, including grant-making processes and philanthropic priorities
Nice to have
- Experience with fundraising databases or constituent relationship management (CRM) software
- Familiarity with the San Diego corporate and foundation community
- Work is primarily sedentary and may require sitting for extended periods of time
- Use of computer equipment including keyboard, mouse, and monitor
- Ability to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone
- Ability to stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 10 pounds
- Occasional travel required, including visits to corporate and foundation partners, conferences, and events
- Evening and weekend work may be necessary to meet goals and deadlines
Skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills with high attention to detail
Compensation
- Pay range $90,000 - $110,000
- Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate's experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources.
Benefits
- We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources.
- This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year.
- In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.
- Exceptional storytelling and communication skills with the ability to articulate mission, vision, and impact to external audiences
Company info
- We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Lead the preparation and submission of compelling grant proposals, sponsorship requests, and funding applications
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