Director of Foundation Relations

Butler University • Full-time • Indianapolis, IN, US • 6d ago

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Job Description

Position Overview

The Director of Foundation Relations is responsible for daily execution of Butler's institution-wide grant-seeking and -stewardship activities. Working with the Executive Director of Foundation Relations, the Foundation Relations team works as a centralized clearinghouse for the University's foundation, corporate, and government grant activities, and prioritizes grant opportunities of $1 million or more, generated from the Office of the President and/or in support of university strategic priorities. The Director provides effective project management and strategic guidance to ensure strong coordination among the faculty and staff involved in each grant project. As a critical member of the revenue-generating team within Advancement, the Director is responsible for generating a consistent number of proposal submissions and awards in support of Advancement targets, ensuring each proposal, report, and other related deliverable is completed on-time and meets the specified requirements of each respective funder.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated success securing, stewarding, and reporting on grant funding from foundations, corporations, and/or government agencies. The ideal candidate will also display exceptional attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of campus partners.

Note: Please include a cover letter with your application, detailing your relevant skills and experiences, to be considered for selection.

Responsibilities

Achieve and exceed fundraising targets through the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of local and national foundations, corporations, and government agency funding opportunities.
Contribute to the development of letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and other appropriate correspondence necessary to secure new gifts and commitments from existing and new foundation partners.
Provide ongoing support to grant-funded project teams to ensure effective tracking and reporting of metrics and grant expenditures.
Establish and manage project timelines to ensure effective composition, review and approval or grant proposals and reports in collaboration with university partners.
Maintain accurate records of foundation, corporate, and government agency correspondence in University's database of record.
In partnership with Executive Director of Foundation Relations, identify and develop process improvements and efficiencies to maximize fundraising potential and impact.
Foster positive relationships with university leadership, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders, and actively and positively contribute to a trusting and collaborative culture.
Perform other related duties as required and deemed appropriate to effectively accomplish responsibilities of position

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
Five or more years of experience in higher education fundraising and/or grant writing for signature initiatives within complex organizations (or equivalent combination of related foundation, nonprofit or consulting experience).
Strong interpersonal and written communications skills with demonstrated attention to detail and ability to coordinate people and handle multiple deadline-driven projects at once
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills required
Self-starter that holds self and others accountable to produce high-quality work on-time.
Exceptional customer- donor service
Tact, discretion, and prudence in working with confidential and sensitive data
Computer software skills, including Microsoft Office is required

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of integrated client database systems is preferred

BU Benefits and Perks

Please check out Butler's Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:

Paid Time Off and Holidays:
- 28 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year
- 8 Paid Holidays
  - In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day
- Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)
Health:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs
Retirement:
- 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment
Tuition Assistance:
- Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents
- Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
  - Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment
  - Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees
  - Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree
  - Covers tuition only
Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks:
- Access to Butler's on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty
- LinkedIn Learning Courses
- Free premium subscription to the Calm App
- Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT
- Discount at the College Bookstore
- Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances

About Us

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University means so much more than a job. Join the dedicated, innovative, and supportive community of faculty and staff that is moving Butler Beyond.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.

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