<p>Job Description:</p> <p>This position works with the Sr. Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) on all aspects of the team's work, contributing directly to securing $2-5 million annually in funding commitments for faculty research and University programs, initiatives, and strategic priorities. Responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Identifying and qualifying foundation and corporate prospects and funding opportunities; </li><li>Developing cultivation/solicitation strategies; </li><li>Managing relationships with prospects and donors; </li><li>Preparing letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports, including writing, editing, and/or proofreading; </li><li>Coordinating grant proposal review with the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research; and </li><li>Coordinating post-award stewardship and grants administration, including financial reporting with the Grant Accounting team. </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <p>Bachelor's degree is required.</p> <p>Applicants should have 3 to 5 (5-7 preferred) years of corporate and foundation relations or related grant-writing experience in a higher education or similar non-profit environment.</p> <p>Candidates must have:</p> <ul> <li>Exceptional writing and editing skills, including being able to translate information from a variety of disciplines for different audiences; </li><li>The ability to work on multiple assignments and meet deadlines; </li><li>Demonstrated attention to detail; </li><li>The ability to work with faculty and staff across campus, and with staff from foundations and corporations; and </li><li>Knowledge of the corporate and foundation relations landscape. </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>Expected Hiring Range: $61,700 to $68,150</p> <p>Pay Transparency Disclosure:</p> <p>The compensation for this position will be determined based on factors that include available budget, internal equity, and the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related credentials. This range represents Clark University's good-faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting consistent with Clark's compensation philosophy and internal alignment.</p> <p>At Clark University we believe that diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds leads to a more innovative and productive work environment. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to join our team and contribute their unique ideas to help us achieve our goals.</p> <p>Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.</p> <p>To review the Clark University Police Department Annual Security and Fire Safety Report visit here.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>To be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online. Create a Clark University Careers Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button below. You will be able to upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li><li>Cover letter </li></ul> <p>See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.</p> <p>Already have a Clark University Careers Account? Login to your account to add documents or update your account.</p> <p>Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.</p> <p>Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.</p> <p>A successful background check is required upon acceptance.</p>