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Senior Advisor, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships

Employer
The Washington Center
Location
Washington D.C.
Salary
$105,000 - $115,000
Posted Date
Jan 30, 2025
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Position Type
Fundraising, Corporate and Foundation Relations
Fields
Education
Employment Type
Full Time

Position Title: Senior Advisor, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships

Department: Advancement and Partnerships

Reports to: Executive Director, Advancement and Partnerships

Last Revised: January 2025

Salary Range:  $105,000.00 - $115,000.00

Position Description/Mission:

The Senior Advisor of Corporate and Foundation Partnerships develops and manages the corporate and foundation engagement pipeline to advance the mission of TWC, in concert with the Executive Director of Advancement and Partnerships.  The Senior Advisor will identify and engage with corporate, corporate foundation, and institutional foundation stakeholders and serve as a collaborative and creative strategist with TWC leadership in the development of mutually beneficial funding partnerships. The Senior Advisor will serve as a thought leader within the Advancement and Partnerships Team and will work closely with the Assistant Director, Advancement and Partnerships and will directly supervise the Advancement Coordinator. The position is based in Washington, DC.

 

The Washington Center is a remote/hybrid organization with most employees working on average one day per week in TWC’s Residential and Academic Facility, conveniently located near Union Station and public transportation in the NoMa neighborhood of Washington, DC. Given our organizational mission focus on skills, workforce development and collaboration, there are times where cross-collaboration among teams and departments will require more than one day per week in the office. Given this role engages with corporations and foundations, some additional travel in the region or more broadly may be required. The individual in this role is expected to reside in the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area.

 

 

Essential Functions/Accountabilities

JOB FUNCTION

FUNDRAISING AND PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Develop and build a robust pipeline of corporate and foundation prospects. Conduct in-person meetings (min. 10 monthly) with a portfolio of corporate and foundation donors and prospects, as appropriate to the strategic plan and strategic priorities for the Executive Director and TWC. Conduct business development meetings, as appropriate, with the Office of Employer Relations. Proposal development and grant report development and management as needed. In partnership with the Executive Director, create and execute donor stewardship strategies for Board of Trustees and all major donors.  

 

STRATEGY AND THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

  • Serve as a thought partner to the Executive Director, helping to create and execute new corporate and foundation funding partnerships in alignment with TWC strategic plan and priorities.

Work collaboratively across other teams to identify and create potential funding opportunities, with special emphasis on the Employer Relations team.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

Supervise Advancement Coordinator as they assist in the execution of the department’s operation.  

 

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

 

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Direct Marketing, Business, Non-Profit Management, or another relevant field. A minimum of 7 years of work experience in a fast-paced, high-volume fundraising environment. Demonstrated experience meeting ambitious annual targets in previous positions.

 

Competencies required to perform the job successfully:

  • Leads/develops/empowers people, develops relationships, inspires trust
  • Effectively executes organizational priorities
  • Cross-functional Capacity
  • Strategic Operational Thinking
  • Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
  • Self-Awareness
  • Change Management
  • Customer Satisfaction

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge and understanding of the corporate and foundation sectors, particularly those organizations whose priorities align with TWC’s mission and vision. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with an ability to craft and present effective solicitations, draft professional correspondence, and convey complex ideas succinctly. A self-starter who uses an entrepreneurial approach to building and guiding an organizational fundraising program with the ability to expand the pipeline of supporters and partners. Ability to work effectively with high-level decision makers, business executives and donors Ambition to build and maintain effective partnerships. Mastery of Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or other database management software; comfort using these tools for prospect/donor research and moves management. Ability to work effectively within a team while also working cross-functionally among other teams within the organization. Exceptional ability to multi-task and adapt flexibly to shifting priorities and projects.

 

Supervisory Responsibility

This position supervises a Development Coordinator.

 

Competencies required to perform the job successfully

Communications/Interpersonal Skills Teamwork/Collaboration Self-Awareness Initiative Equipment Used to Perform the Job which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position: 

 

  • Cloud-based technologies  Standard office equipment including a computer, job-related software and printer 

 

Physical Abilities are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions described in this job. These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions.

 

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