Director of Institutional and Corporate Funding

Fathers of St Edmund, Southern Missions, Inc.

Director of Institutional and Corporate Funding

Selma, AL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Reports to: Director of Individual Giving and Development Operations and the President and Chief Executive Officer

    Position Overview: The Director of Institutional and Corporate Funding serves as a key leadership role within the Edmundite Missions' advancement team, responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and other institutional donors. This position will play a vital role in advancing the Missions' work by building meaningful relationships with funding partners who share our commitment to serving those in need.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Strategic Leadership & Planning

    § Develop and execute a comprehensive institutional giving strategy aligned with the Missions' strategic priorities

    § Establish annual and long-term fundraising goals for institutional and corporate funding

    § Collaborate with leadership to identify funding priorities and create compelling cases for support

    § Monitor trends in corporate and foundation giving to identify new funding opportunities

    Relationship Management

    § Build and strengthen relationships with foundation officers, corporate giving directors, and other institutional funders

    § Serve as primary liaison between the Missions and institutional funding partners

    § Engage with mission-aligned corporations to develop mutually beneficial partnerships

    § Represent the Missions at relevant networking events and conferences

    Grant Development & Management

    § Oversee the full grant cycle including prospect research, proposal development, submission, and reporting

    § Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information for proposals and reports

    § Ensure compliance with all grant requirements and deadlines

    § Maintain accurate records of all institutional funding activities

    Revenue Growth & Diversification

    § Identify and pursue new institutional funding sources to diversify revenue streams

    § Develop innovative corporate partnership models beyond traditional philanthropy

    § Create opportunities for increased giving from existing institutional donors

    § Collaborate with planned giving and major gifts teams to maximize institutional relationships

    Team Leadership

    § Contributes to a culture of collaboration, excellence, and mission focus

    § Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the advancement department

    Qualifications:

    Education & Experience

    § Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred

    § Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in institutional fundraising, preferably in faith-based or social service organizations

    § Demonstrated success in securing six and seven-figure grants from foundations and corporations

    § Experience with mission advancement models that emphasize relationship building

    Skills & Competencies

    § Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

    § Strong relationship-building abilities with diverse stakeholders

    § Strategic thinking and planning capabilities

    § Excellent project management and organizational skills

    § Proficiency with fundraising databases and research tools

    § Understanding of Catholic social teaching and mission-driven work

    Personal Attributes

    § Passion for the Edmundite Missions' work and commitment to serving those in need

    § Ability to inspire trust and confidence among donors and colleagues

    § Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach

    § Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments

    § Ethical approach to fundraising with the highest standards of integrity

    COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

    Competitive salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

    ABOUT EDMUNDITE MISSIONS:

    The Edmundite Missions has been serving the poor and vulnerable for over 80 years, providing food, clothing, shelter, education, and hope. Our mission-advancement approach focuses on meaningful engagement with donors and partners who share our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

    This is a remote position.