Job Title
Foundation and Corporate Relations Officer
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
Development
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.
PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Senior Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations, the Foundation and Corporate Relations Officer (FCR Officer) support the University's foundation and corporate fundraising program by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts and partnerships from foundations and corporations that advance the imperatives outlined in the University's strategic plan. This role manages an assigned portfolio of foundation and corporate prospects and donors and contributes to proposal development, reporting, and pipeline growth in support of institutional priorities.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Development
Percent Effort: 55%
Identify, research, and qualify new foundation and corporate prospects aligned with University funding priorities, under the direction of the Senior Director
Cultivate and manage relationships with an assigned portfolio of foundation and corporate donors and prospects
Draft compelling grant applications, letters of inquiry, and funding proposals in support of scholarships, programs, outreach, and other work of the University's students, faculty, and staff
Prepare accurate, timely, and compelling stewardship communications and impact reports for assigned donors and partners
Track proposal deadlines, reporting requirements, and grant compliance for the assigned portfolio
Support the Senior Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations in advising campus partners on funder alignment, timing, and proposal strategy prior to external solicitation
Functional Area 2: Engagement
Percent Effort: 25%
Represent Institutional Advancement at University and community events as assigned
Build relationships with faculty, staff, students, and alumni who can help communicate the University's story to foundation and corporate audiences
Support the identification and cultivation of new corporate and foundation partners through community and industry involvement
Assist in coordinating site visits and donor and funder engagement activities
Functional Area 3: Administrative
Percent Effort: 20%
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of donor and prospect contacts in the University's donor database
Assist the Senior Director in processing the University's fundraising request form and coordinating internal campus requests
Prepare regular reports on portfolio activity and pipeline status for the Senior Director
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, prospective donors, and campus partners at all levels
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including proposal and grant writing
Ability to relate well to coworkers, peers, and leadership across Institutional Advancement and the University as a whole
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