Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations

Buckner International

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Buckner International Support Center Location: Dallas, TX - Hybrid Address: 12377 Merit Drive, Suite 900 Job Schedule
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Full-Time

We are seeking a Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
tojoin our development team . As a Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, you will serve as the enterprise leader for corporate and foundation philanthropy across Buckner International and its subsidiaries. This role executes multiyear fundraising strategies, manages the organization’s most complex and high-value funder relationships with foundations, and advises executive leadership on revenue growth, risk, and opportunity. Through data-driven decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and external leadership, the Director drives sustainable corporate and foundation revenue that advances Buckner’s mission and long-term priorities, totaling $1.5MM+ annually.

Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others!

As a member of our team, you will have an impact on our clients through the accomplishment of the following responsibilities:

• Serve as the enterprise lead for corporate and foundation relations across Buckner International and its subsidiaries. Own strategy for application, stewardship, execution, and results.
• Partner with the VP and CDO to set multi-year revenue strategies for corporate and foundation philanthropy aligned with organizational priorities in mind.
• Establish and be accountable for annual and multiyear revenue goals for corporate and foundation giving. Monitor progress and adjust strategy based on performance and market conditions.
• Lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive foundation fundraising strategy, including annual, capital, and special initiatives.
• Serve as an organizational expert on foundation philanthropy trends, funding vehicles, compliance requirements, and competitive positioning.
• Advise the CEO, CDO, VP of Development, and senior leaders on high-value corporate and foundation relationships, including strategy for top-tier funders and complex or high-risk opportunities.
• Establish performance measures and dashboards to evaluate effectiveness, return on investment, and pipeline health. Present insights to VP, CDO, and CEO when important.
• Oversee foundation prospecting, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies across the organization with a focus on DFW.
• Personally manage a portfolio of the organization’s highest value and most complex corporate and foundation relationships at the major and principal level, primarily in DFW.
• Lead cross functional collaboration with program, finance, marketing, and operations teams to align funding strategies with organizational priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Ensure the development of compelling, high impact proposals, agreements, and reports that reflect Buckner’s mission, outcomes, and strategic priorities.
• Serve as a senior leader in campaign planning and execution, including feasibility analysis and solicitation strategy for lead corporate and foundation gifts.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, ethical standards, and organizational policies related to corporate and foundation fundraising.
• Oversee budgets and resource allocation for corporate and foundation fundraising initiatives to ensure cost effectiveness and strong financial stewardship.
• Leverage and engage Board members, executive leadership, and senior volunteers in high level cultivation and solicitation efforts when appropriate.
• Represent Buckner externally with senior executives at corporations, foundations, and philanthropic partners to advance long term strategic relationships.
• Drive innovation in corporate and foundation partnerships, including multiyear commitments, strategic alliances, and complex funding structures.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and strategic use of CRM systems (Virtuous) and reporting tools to support executive decision making and organizational transparency.

To be successful in this role and a great addition to our team, we need you to come with the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.…