Foundation - Senior Manager, Grants and Foundation Relations

Description

About Clark College Foundation: At Clark College Foundation, we are driven by a shared passion to empower our community through education, opportunity, and innovation. As part of our team, you'll have the chance to directly impact the lives of students and families in Southwest Washington, creating lasting change and fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Clark College is a top-rated community college, and by joining the Foundation, you'll be supporting an institution that's recognized for excellence in education and student success.

Moreover, Clark College Foundation is consistently ranked as one of the leading community college foundations and recognized for its innovation in fundraising and communication strategies. Here, you'll collaborate with a dedicated group of professionals who are committed to creative problem-solving and bold thinking, all while being part of a respected organization that's leading the way in philanthropy and advocacy work.

We offer competitive compensation packages, a hybrid work policy that supports work-life balance, and a generous PTO allocation, including two weeks of office closures; one at the end of December and another week during the July 4th holiday. On top of that, you'll have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as retirement options that ensure your future is well taken care of.

If you're ready to make an impact and be part of something bigger, Clark College Foundation is the place for you!

Position Summary: This position will identify, cultivate and solicit private foundations and occasionally corporations for grants and donations. This position will regularly collaborate with the Clark College's Director of Grants (government) to maximize opportunities. The Senior Manager, Grants and Foundation Relations, will be actively engaged in working to establish long-term associations and strengthen existing relationships that will result in funding for the immediate and long-term needs of Clark College and the Foundation.

This position will coordinate their efforts with various advancement resources and staff as is appropriate, including Advancement Operations, External Relations, other development officers, and Clark College counterparts to create strategies to develop successful philanthropic relationships. In addition, the Senior Manager, Grants and Foundation Relations, will perform other responsibilities that impact cultivation and stewardship of funding organizations including: strategically attending special events for the Foundation, College and community;

thanking donors; entering appropriate contact information into Raiser's Edge NXT system to document interactions with donors and potential donors; working with Clark College administrative and academic leaders in support of development activities; reporting/monitoring their activities and productivity; and other related responsibilities as required.

Core responsibilities and duties