The Salvation Army

Director of Foundation Giving

The Salvation Army • $80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related field
  • 7 years of successful foundation and fundraising experience
  • Eligibility for equivalent combination of training and experience is acceptable
  • Proven track record in building relationships with foundation representatives
  • Experience in managing substantial grant portfolios

Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement fundraising activities for private foundations and government
  • Oversee evaluation processes of fundraising initiatives
  • Strengthen relationships with foundation representatives for increased engagement
  • Collaborate with the programs team and Grants Specialists to secure government funds
  • Support campaign fundraising with Area Command Officers
  • Manage a grant portfolio and identify new funding opportunities

Benefits

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Life Insurance
  • 403B Plan
Full Job Description
Location: Austin, TX

Position Type: Full-Time (Salary)

About this opportunity:

Plans, develops, implements, oversees, and evaluates all private foundation and government fundraising activities across Area Command based on a formalized fund development program. Assists in strengthening relationships with foundation representatives to increase engagement and assess potential giving opportunities. Works closely with programs team and Grants and Contracts Specialists to develop relationships with government entities to secure government funding. Works closely with Grants Writer to strengthen relationships and steward gifts and oversees the preparation of proposals and applications. Work with immediate supervisor or Area Command Officers to support campaign fundraising.

  • Expect to manage a portfolio of $3M in government and foundation giving
  • Expect to manage current grants and identify new grant opportunities


Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervisory Responsibilities (25%)
  • Strategic Planning and Evaluation Responsibilities (25%)
  • Cultivation, Solicitation, and Stewardship of Foundation Representatives and Government Entities (50%)

What we are looking for:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications or a related field, AND
  • Seven years of successful foundation and fundraising experience OR
  • Any equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities

Employee Benefits:
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Life Insurance
  • 403B Plan

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to travel to various locations in order to participate in meetings, institutional events, etc. Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently.

Working Conditions:

Work may be performed in an office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like but not limited to the office environment.

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About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is a Christian nonprofit organization that provides a wide range of social services to people in need. The organization was founded in 1865 in London, England, and has since grown to become a global organization with operations in over 130 countries. The Salvation Army provides services such as food assistance, shelter, addiction treatment, disaster relief, and youth programs. The organization is also involved in advocacy work and campaigns for social justice issues such as human trafficking and poverty. The Salvation Army is funded through donations from individuals, corporations, and government grants, and is known for its iconic red kettles that are used to collect donations during the holiday season.
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