Director of Foundation Relationships

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Nebraska.

📋 Description

• Identify, research, and engage potential private and public foundation partners that align with the organization's mission and goals.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with foundation program officers, trustees, and key decision-makers.

• Create persuasive grant proposals tailored to the interests and guidelines of foundation partners.

• Collaborate with program teams to collect data, narratives, and information for grant submissions.

• Ensure timely submission of grant applications while adhering to all specified requirements.

• Oversee grant administration, including reporting obligations and deadlines.

• Maintain detailed records of grant applications, including approvals and rejections.

• Coordinate with program teams to monitor the progress and outcomes of projects funded by grants.

• Act as the primary liaison for foundation partners, providing regular updates on the impact of grants.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the alignment and delivery of promised programs and projects.

• Develop and manage an annual budget for foundation fundraising activities.

• Work in conjunction with the Executive Director to establish and meet fundraising targets and organizational financial objectives.

• Report directly to the Vice President of Advancement.

• This role will likely involve travel.

⛳️ Requirements

• A mature Christian faith and alignment with the Global Value to “Abide in Christ.”

• Knowledge, understanding, and agreement with the Christian Gospel's service to “the least of these” (Matthew 25:40).

• Commitment to the Core Value “Be the Kingdom” in mission execution and personal conduct.

• Acknowledgment of the Statement of Faith.

• A passion for justice and advocacy on behalf of vulnerable populations.

• A Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, or a related field.

• A proven history of successful foundation fundraising and relationship development.

• Preferred experience of 7–10 years.

• Strong understanding of the grant-making process and the foundation landscape.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grant writing proficiency.

• Proficiency in relationship management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement.

• Strong project management and organizational capabilities.

• Familiarity with grant management software and databases.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Willingness and ability to learn to utilize AI tools to enhance work processes; existing experience is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive and thoughtfully designed benefits packages tailored to the specific role and location.

• Benefits aimed at supporting wellness, work-life balance, and the overall well-being of staff.

• Opportunities to make a genuine difference in lives through mission-driven work.

• A connected, purpose-driven team dedicated to impactful, kingdom-class excellence.

• Remote work arrangement.