Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research

Supporting SWOG Cancer Research Network

The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research is a national public charity with the mission of supporting clinical research and educational programs for SWOG Cancer Research Network to prevent, treat, and eradicate adult cancers. Since its founding by cancer researchers in 1993, The Hope Foundation has worked alongside physicians, scientists, statisticians, advocates, and other oncology experts to accelerate science and bridge critical gaps in cancer care through clinical trials.

Where federal resources fall short or vital needs are present, we step in to advance research and support the experts who drive it forward.

Position: Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships

Job Type: Full-Time Remote, Exempt

Office

Location:

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Compensation Package: Competitive salary, full benefits program with employer matched 403b

Accountability: This position reports to the President & CEO

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships is an integral member of the Development, Communications, and Programs team. This team advances the Foundation's mission by aligning program delivery, community engagement, strategic communications, partnership development, and philanthropic support. The team is united by a commitment to fostering a shared culture in which every team member plays a role in building relationships, sharing impact, deepening community connection, and securing the resources needed to sustain and expand our work.

The Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships is responsible for building and sustaining the fundraising channels that drive the Foundations mission. This role ultimately decides which fundraising opportunities are worth pursuing, weighing each one by its likely payoff and fit with the Foundation's strategy. The Director works closely with other teams, translating development goals into action and rallying support where it's needed most.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

Achievement of organizational strategic development goals, as discussed quarterly with the CEO. Advancement of a healthy and sustainable culture of philanthropy, demonstrated by factors including staff giving and a demonstrated understanding of development goals and activities across SWOG and Hope teams Growth and retention of donors, sponsors, partners, and other supporters as indicated in regular reports Effective stewardship of stakeholders and community relationships, with support from Communications and Development Specialist and the CEO, as relevant.

Consistent collection and use of impact stories, participant feedback, and outcomes data on digital and printed media Collaborative planning, communication, and problem-solving across the team

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Corporate Partnership Strategy (25%)

Provides primary leadership of Hopes corporate engagement strategy, including both architecture and execution Serves as the primary relationship lead for Hopes corporate partnerships Provides oversight of formal stewardship structures, including the Corporate Council, its current members, and its prospective members Develops and maintains a defined pipeline of corporate prospects, with active relationship management at each stage

Management and Expansion of Fundraising Portfolio (30%)

• Establishes a personal portfolio comprised of corporations, foundations, and individual major gift donors and prospects. Portfolio size to be mutually agreed upon with CEO. Designs and assists with the step-up process for the Foundations mid-tier donor program Works in concert with CEO to establish the CEOs donor/prospect portfolio comprised of 10-12 high-level corporations, foundations, and individual major gift donors.

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