Manager of Foundation and Corporate Giving

Description

• Manage the coordination of in-kind donations from corporate and community members, as needed.
• Work closely with the Vice President of Development, Director of Development, and the team to support goal setting, financial reports, events, and special projects, particularly the Annual Golf Classic and Annual Celebration Dinner.
• Analyze grant denials and develop strategies for re-engagement and resubmission.
• Create and maintain an internal calendar to track and ensure the timely submission of funding proposals and renewals, budgets, reports, and stewardship.
• Build strong relationships with Westhab leadership, finance, and program colleagues to understand funding needs and ensure compliance with all grant reporting and stewardship.
• Establish and maintain strong personal contact and relationships with foundation and corporate contacts through meetings and events.
• Continue to build Weshab’s foundation and corporate pipeline by identifying, researching, and qualifying new six and seven figure opportunities for funding with the Vice President of Development
• Establish systems and protocols for donor volunteer management at Westhab as well as plan and attend volunteer events with corporate partners and donors, as needed.
• Track trends in institutional philanthropy and recommend strategies for leveraging them.
• Lead the development, writing, and submission of high-quality letters of interest, grant proposals, budgets, and progress reports for foundation and corporate funders.
• Using moves management framework, create and implement successful strategies for identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding a portfolio of new and existing institutional funders.
• Create clear and compelling materials for institutional partners and prospects, including pitch decks, one-pagers, briefings, impact reports, and stewardship pieces.
• Input and track donor data in Westhab’s database with accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with Westhab’s Communications Manager to coordinate funder and volunteer recognition through website, newsletters, and social media.

Requirements

The Manager of Foundation and Corporate Giving will play a key role in Westhab’s Development and Communications team, contributing to Westhab’s mission of building communities and changing lives. The Manager will lead and grow the institutional funding portfolio, with responsibilities spanning strategic grant and gift writing, portfolio management, goal setting, and operational excellence. This role comes at an exciting time as Westhab elevates its institutional partnerships to support its ambitious fundraising goals. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional writing skills, strong organizational abilities, and a proactive and relationship-driven mindset combined with a passion for Westhab’s mission.

• Ability to travel and work select evening and weekend hours, as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with foundation officers, corporate partners, and internal stakeholders while accepting constructive feedback.
• Keen attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Strong technology competence in learning new programs and skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Suite.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative, with persistence and follow-through.
• Exceptional writing and communications skills, including the ability to capture complex ideas into compelling narratives.
• Strong knowledge of the New York City institutional philanthropic landscape.
• Skilled at managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree is required and a minimum of 5 years experience in a related role.
• Proven track record of securing five-figure and larger institutional grants.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment

Benefits

Free Parking

Medical, Dental and Vision after 30-days with up to 85% paid by Employer

Pension Plan and Voluntary 403b Plan

Employee Loan Program

$1,000 Sign-on and Retention Bonus

Staff Development and Promotional Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement and Life Insurance

Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Time

SALARY: $80,000-$90,000

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance