Director of Institutional and Corporate Funding

Job Description

Job Description

Reports to: Director of Individual Giving and Development Operations and the President and Chief Executive Officer

Position Overview : The Director of Institutional and Corporate Funding serves as a key leadership role within the Edmundite Missions' advancement team, responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and other institutional donors. This position will play a vital role in advancing the Missions' work by building meaningful relationships with funding partners who share our commitment to serving those in need.

**Strategic Leadership & Planning**

§ Develop and execute a comprehensive institutional giving strategy aligned with the Missions' strategic priorities

§ Establish annual and long-term fundraising goals for institutional and corporate funding

§ Collaborate with leadership to identify funding priorities and create compelling cases for support

§ Monitor trends in corporate and foundation giving to identify new funding opportunities

§ Build and strengthen relationships with foundation officers, corporate giving directors, and other institutional funders

§ Serve as primary liaison between the Missions and institutional funding partners

§ Engage with mission-aligned corporations to develop mutually beneficial partnerships

§ Represent the Missions at relevant networking events and conferences

**Grant Development & Management**

§ Oversee the full grant cycle including prospect research, proposal development, submission, and reporting

§ Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information for proposals and reports

§ Ensure compliance with all grant requirements and deadlines

§ Maintain accurate records of all institutional funding activities

**Revenue Growth & Diversification**

§ Identify and pursue new institutional funding sources to diversify revenue streams

§ Develop innovative corporate partnership models beyond traditional philanthropy

§ Create opportunities for increased giving from existing institutional donors

§ Collaborate with planned giving and major gifts teams to maximize institutional relationships

**Team Leadership**

§ Contributes to a culture of collaboration, excellence, and mission focus

§ Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the advancement department

Qualifications:

**Education & Experience**

§ Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred

§ Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in institutional fundraising, preferably in faith-based or social service organizations

§ Demonstrated success in securing six and seven-figure grants from foundations and corporations

§ Experience with mission advancement models that emphasize relationship building

**Skills & Competencies**

§ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

§ Strong relationship-building abilities with diverse stakeholders

§ Strategic thinking and planning capabilities

§ Excellent project management and organizational skills

§ Proficiency with fundraising databases and research tools

§ Understanding of Catholic social teaching and mission-driven work

**Personal Attributes**

§ Passion for the Edmundite Missions' work and commitment to serving those in need

§ Ability to inspire trust and confidence among donors and colleagues

§ Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach

§ Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments

§ Ethical approach to fundraising with the highest standards of integrity

**COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:**

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

**ABOUT EDMUNDITE MISSIONS:**

The Edmundite Missions has been serving the poor and vulnerable for over 80 years, providing food, clothing, shelter, education, and hope. Our mission-advancement approach focuses on meaningful engagement with donors and partners who share our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.