Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations

Description of Primary Duties

The Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) advances the Missouri State University Foundations fundraising goals by securing philanthropic support from corporations and private foundations. The position develops and manages donor relationships and implements strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate and foundation partners. Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Education: A Bachelors degree is required in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Relations or other related field is required. Masters degree preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.
Experience: At least three years of successful professional experience is required, preferably in higher education fundraising or in a related career with a comparable, demonstrated, and a documented successful track record. Experience in grant administration and grant writing or other similar professional writing is preferred.
Skills: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships.. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, exceptional organizational and project management abilities, including strategic planning, deadline management, prioritization of competing demands, and evaluation of progress toward key goals and outcomes. Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft products, internet-based research tools, and database systems, is required. Must possess the ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meet firm deadlines, and achieve established fundraising objectives.
Effort: Occasionally required to lift and carry boxes of materials and equipment weighing 25-50 pounds.
Other: The scope of the job requires travel as well as attendance at evening and/or weekend activities, meetings, events, seminars, and workshops and visits to donors in their homes and offices. A valid drivers license is required. Additional Qualifications Link to Job Description Open Date 09/01/ Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)