Foundation and Corporate Relations Officer

Job Title

Foundation and Corporate Relations Officer

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Development

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

 

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

 

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PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Executive Associate Vice President of Development, the Foundation and Corporate Relations Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding gifts and partnerships between the University and external organizations that further the imperatives outlined in the University’s strategic plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Development - 40%

• Engage in research to identify funding opportunities that align with the strategic direction of the University

• Cultivate mission-aligned relationships and establish connections between external organizations and the University

• Prepare grant applications and funding proposals to solicit funds in support of scholarships, programs, outreach, and other work of University’s students, faculty, and staff

• Steward donors and partners through facilitation of accurate, timely impact reporting on use of funds

• Act as a liaison between the Colleges and Institutional Advancement

• Stay current on industry best practices and corporate and foundation funding trends through professional development

Engagement - 40%

• Attend and assist at designated University and Institutional Advancement events

• Assist in identification of students, alumni, and donors who can help communicate the University’s story and impact to the broader community

• Participate in key community organizations and attend key community events as determined by University priorities and departmental goals.

• Occasional evening and weekend work required, as well as travel.

Administrative - 20%

• Maintain a portfolio of corporate and foundation donors and partners, documenting substantial interactions and engagement with organizations

• Record and document in a timely and accurate manner contacts with donors and prospective donors.

• Report quarterly on fundraising activity and other metrics to the Executive Director of External Relations

• Perform other duties assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Two (2) years of related experience.

• Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience requirement: Master's degree.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain positive relationships with donors and prospective donors.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including expertise in formal proposal and grant writing.