Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations

A humble college founded before Texas was a state Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011 Baylor has been named as one of the nations Great Colleges to Work For. Great Colleges to Work For is one of the countrys largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey conducted by ModernThink is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What Were Looking For

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Corporate and Foundation Relations the Director helps direct and manage a portfolio of local regional and national corporate foundations and private foundations. The Director will work closely with the Office of the Vice Provost for Research to help coordinate philanthropic grants.

A bachelors degree and three years of work experience are required. A masters degree and five years of relevant experience is preferred.

A valid US Drivers License with a clear driving record of at least two years is required.

Must be able to travel outside of the state of Texas.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

• The Director will investigate research and establish relationships with assigned corporate and private foundations for the purposes of philanthropic support for the university

• Manage a portfolio of top prospects through substantive interactions

• Engage in qualification cultivation solicitation and securing both corporate and foundation gifts

• Assist in writing grant proposals and submissions for fundraising to support Baylors strategic initiatives as well as managing the development of highly competitive proposals while monitoring proposal deadlines and proposal submissions

• Work closely with the Vice Provost for Research office and help coordinate efforts with faculty and staff seeking nongovernmental grants

• Support the Corporate and Foundation Relations team providing vision direction support and accountability to achieve increasing levels of success year over year in productivity and activity metrics

• Build trust identity and awareness for corporate and foundation relations among Baylor leadership deans and faculty

• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylors mission

• Ability to comply with University policies

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance generous time off tuition remission and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your familys wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more go toBaylor Benefits & Advantages.

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