Foundation Partnerships Manager

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

📋 Description

• Develop, oversee, and enhance a portfolio of foundation partners and potential partners.

• Build and manage a collection of 20–35 foundation partners and prospective partners.

• Identify and qualify 20–30 new foundation prospects each year.

• Initiate, nurture, and maintain relationships with foundation program officers and staff.

• Seek grant renewals, expanded funding, and multi-year partnerships.

• Lead the creation of Letters of Inquiry, grant proposals, and accompanying materials.

• Manage the entire grant lifecycle, including proposal submissions, grant reports, and compliance with funding requirements.

• Collaborate with Development Officers and work alongside Program, Field, Finance, and Marketing & Communications teams.

• Contribute to the foundation funding strategy through portfolio analysis and ongoing improvement efforts.

• Keep precise CRM records, track portfolio activity, and prepare reporting.

• Prioritize tasks to ensure excellent stewardship, timely execution, and high-quality portfolio engagement.

• Participate in meetings, task force groups, and organization-wide projects.

• No direct supervisory responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A strong faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and a lifestyle that honors God.

• A deep passion for the Word of God and its provision for every people group.

• A commitment to championing Seed Company’s vision, mission, and values.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Fundraising, or a related field.

• Over 5 years of experience in foundation fundraising, grants management, or institutional partnerships.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

• Proficient in multitasking, prioritizing, and managing time effectively.

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.

• Ability to be an active contributor in a team environment.

• Willingness to travel domestically up to 25%, with occasional international travel.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.

• Flexible Spending Account for medical and dependent care.

• Health Reimbursement Arrangement for medical, dental, and vision expenses.

• Participation in a 403b plan with a 6% company match.

• 160 hours of accrued vacation and 80 hours of sick leave annually.

• Education assistance available after one year of service.

• Parental leave offered after one year of service.

• Voluntary dental and vision insurance options.

• Employer-sponsored term life, short-term, long-term, and AD&D coverage.