Dominican University
Senior Director of Foundation and Government Partnerships
Dominican University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Title:
Senior Director of Foundation and Government Partnerships
Department: University Advancement
Reports to:
Vice President of Advancement
Position Summary The Senior Director of Foundation and Government Partnerships is a member of the University Advancement (UA) team and reports directly to the Vice President of University Advancement. The Senior Director is responsible for leading and building a dynamic, results-oriented government, foundation and corporate grant seeking, pre-award strategy that builds partnerships and secures investments in support of university strategic priorities. The Senior Director serves as the lead strategist, convener, and writer for all institutional grant proposals, from concept development through submission. The Senior Director works to establish long-term partnerships, strengthen existing relationships, and research/identify new sources of support from a variety of grant makers where the potential for funding aligns with the university’s strategic priorities and mission. The Senior Director of Foundation and Government Partnerships must have the ability to take initiative, think institutionally, and work independently on tasks and projects from conception to completion, and thrive in a multi-faceted, strategic role.
Duties/Responsibilities
Responsible for building a dynamic, results-oriented government, foundation and corporate advancement program that builds partnerships and secures investments in support of university priorities and operations.
Maintain a comprehensive research program to determine the giving patterns of local, regional, and national, foundations, corporations and government/public entities that align with the university’s strategic priorities.
Collaborate across academic and administrative units to build a fundable internal pipeline, working strategically to identify and develop program or project concepts into fundable proposals
Cultivate and steward funder relationships in support of new and existing grant opportunities
Create and maintain an annual operating plan that includes a timeline and measurable goals, including preparing periodic reports on the status and outcomes of grant maker cultivation, proposal submissions and awards
Manage the engagement of any external grant writers or specialists (as needed) to expand bandwidth for the grant seeking strategies or fundraising plan
Participate as a collaborator in the full grant lifecycle with university personnel charged with post-award management, i.e., the Director of Grants Management and the Business Office.
Establish regular communications to familiarize UA colleagues, deans, faculty, and others about the trends and interests of foundations, corporations and government funders.
Keep abreast of federal and state legislation that would have a direct or indirect bearing on grant opportunities
Coordinate with other members of the University Advancement team to maximize the sharing of information mutually beneficial for the solicitation of gifts, grants, and sponsorships.
Perform other duties as requested, delegated, or assigned.
Required Qualifications
5-7 years professional work experience managing grant proposal development and submissions in a complex, higher education organization required
Experience in establishing rapport with individuals in the foundation, government and corporate arena for the purposes of building strategic relationships, presenting proposals, and soliciting grants.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to clearly articulate the mission of Dominican University.
Ability to balance multiple priorities; generate contacts and meetings while preparing the necessary proposals.
Ability to relate to others, both campus partners and external program officers.
Ability to collaborate with university faculty, staff, and administration in gift or grant proposal and concept development.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and review work to meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to analyze situations and implement appropriate actions and responses.
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to address the public with ease and confidence.
Diplomacy, tact, and courtesy.
Strong writing skills to develop professional reports, grant proposals, strategic plans, and correspondence.
Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Demonstration of integrity, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the Chicago philanthropic community.
Familiarity with grant research tools or fundraising databases such as Raiser’s Edge
Physical Demands
Ability to spend long durations of the workday sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Note: accommodation will be made for applicants who cannot meet these physical demands
Salary and FLSA Status
FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-time, 37.5 hours
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
Tuition remission for employees and their dependents
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
About Dominican University Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment. Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois. Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.
Expectations for all Dominican Employees To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a supportive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement Dominican University is committed to fostering a supportive academic community that provides access and opportunity for all our students.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.
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Senior Director of Foundation and Government Partnerships
Department: University Advancement
Reports to:
Vice President of Advancement
Position Summary The Senior Director of Foundation and Government Partnerships is a member of the University Advancement (UA) team and reports directly to the Vice President of University Advancement. The Senior Director is responsible for leading and building a dynamic, results-oriented government, foundation and corporate grant seeking, pre-award strategy that builds partnerships and secures investments in support of university strategic priorities. The Senior Director serves as the lead strategist, convener, and writer for all institutional grant proposals, from concept development through submission. The Senior Director works to establish long-term partnerships, strengthen existing relationships, and research/identify new sources of support from a variety of grant makers where the potential for funding aligns with the university’s strategic priorities and mission. The Senior Director of Foundation and Government Partnerships must have the ability to take initiative, think institutionally, and work independently on tasks and projects from conception to completion, and thrive in a multi-faceted, strategic role.
Duties/Responsibilities
Responsible for building a dynamic, results-oriented government, foundation and corporate advancement program that builds partnerships and secures investments in support of university priorities and operations.
Maintain a comprehensive research program to determine the giving patterns of local, regional, and national, foundations, corporations and government/public entities that align with the university’s strategic priorities.
Collaborate across academic and administrative units to build a fundable internal pipeline, working strategically to identify and develop program or project concepts into fundable proposals
Cultivate and steward funder relationships in support of new and existing grant opportunities
Create and maintain an annual operating plan that includes a timeline and measurable goals, including preparing periodic reports on the status and outcomes of grant maker cultivation, proposal submissions and awards
Manage the engagement of any external grant writers or specialists (as needed) to expand bandwidth for the grant seeking strategies or fundraising plan
Participate as a collaborator in the full grant lifecycle with university personnel charged with post-award management, i.e., the Director of Grants Management and the Business Office.
Establish regular communications to familiarize UA colleagues, deans, faculty, and others about the trends and interests of foundations, corporations and government funders.
Keep abreast of federal and state legislation that would have a direct or indirect bearing on grant opportunities
Coordinate with other members of the University Advancement team to maximize the sharing of information mutually beneficial for the solicitation of gifts, grants, and sponsorships.
Perform other duties as requested, delegated, or assigned.
Required Qualifications
5-7 years professional work experience managing grant proposal development and submissions in a complex, higher education organization required
Experience in establishing rapport with individuals in the foundation, government and corporate arena for the purposes of building strategic relationships, presenting proposals, and soliciting grants.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to clearly articulate the mission of Dominican University.
Ability to balance multiple priorities; generate contacts and meetings while preparing the necessary proposals.
Ability to relate to others, both campus partners and external program officers.
Ability to collaborate with university faculty, staff, and administration in gift or grant proposal and concept development.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and review work to meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to analyze situations and implement appropriate actions and responses.
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to address the public with ease and confidence.
Diplomacy, tact, and courtesy.
Strong writing skills to develop professional reports, grant proposals, strategic plans, and correspondence.
Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Demonstration of integrity, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the Chicago philanthropic community.
Familiarity with grant research tools or fundraising databases such as Raiser’s Edge
Physical Demands
Ability to spend long durations of the workday sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Note: accommodation will be made for applicants who cannot meet these physical demands
Salary and FLSA Status
FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-time, 37.5 hours
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
Tuition remission for employees and their dependents
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
About Dominican University Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment. Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois. Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.
Expectations for all Dominican Employees To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a supportive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement Dominican University is committed to fostering a supportive academic community that provides access and opportunity for all our students.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.
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