Job ID: 16012705
Position Title: Director, Foundation Relations
Company Name: Smithsonian Institution
Job Function: Development/Membership
Entry Level: No
Location(s): Washington, Dist. Columbia, 20024, United States
Job Type: Full-time
Job Duration: Indefinite
Min Education: BA/BS/Undergraduate
Min Experience: 5-7 Years
Required Travel: 10-25%
Job Description
Come join a team of dedicated staff at an exceptional time in Smithsonian history, as the Institution implements a new comprehensive strategic plan; expands the programming, educational, and scholarly activity of its museums and research centers; and undertakes its very first Institution-wide fundraising campaign. In planning for the campaign, the Smithsonian is building a model fundraising infrastructure, one that will meet the growing needs of this unique organization and offer excellent professional opportunities. There is no better time to join this amazing Institution.
The Smithsonian Office of Advancement is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as Director, Foundation Relations. This position works closely with the Director of Institutional Relations to lead foundation fundraising across the Smithsonian. This is an outstanding opportunity to initiate and grow relationships with national, regional and local foundations in support of the Smithsonian’s new and existing initiatives.
The Director manages a portfolio of foundations and actively engages in the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of foundation grants. The Director works with the Assistant Director, Foundation Relations, as well as with development officers and program staff within museums, research centers and outreach programs to strengthen their work with foundation prospects and donors. In addition, this position helps to facilitate educational opportunities and creates and manages helpful communication and resource materials for Smithsonian wide use, including RFP’s and foundation news notices.
Job Requirements
A Bachelors’ degree and at least six years of foundation relations experience, including prospecting, cultivation, proposal writing and stewardship, and two years of management experience, is required. Strong verbal and written communications skills, along with the ability to build strong working relationships both internally and externally at all levels, are essential. The Director supervises the Assistant Director, Foundation Relations position.
The Office of Advancement oversees and guides the fundraising efforts of the entire Smithsonian and is home to the central development organization for the Institution. In addition to raising significant support for a variety of Smithsonian initiatives, the Office of Advancement provides support services to development offices across the Institution. The office engages with staff throughout the Smithsonian in accomplishing their goals.
The Smithsonian Institution is a unique complex of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, and nine research centers. The Smithsonian is a national and world treasure and is dedicated to its founding mission, “the increase and diffusion of knowledge.” Its exhibitions, programs, collections, and outreach touch the lives of millions of Americans every year, as well as many who visit us from abroad.
The Smithsonian Institution offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive package of benefits. To learn more about the Smithsonian, please visit www.si.edu. Interested candidates should submit their resumes and a cover letter by January 24 to oastaffing@si.edu. Please include the position title in your e-mail subject line.
The Smithsonian Institution is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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