Foundation Operations & Philanthropy Manager

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on students’ lives while driving the financial strength and philanthropic growth of our Foundation? We are seeking a Foundation Operations & Philanthropy Manager who combines financial acumen with a passion for student success. The ideal candidate not only ensures accuracy and integrity in working with our accounting firm and managing 50 endowments but also brings energy and enthusiasm to advancing our fundraising efforts. Beyond the daily responsibilities, we’re looking for someone who shows up each day with positivity, professionalism, and a deep commitment to empowering students to achieve their dreams.

See more details here.

What We Will Love About You

• You bring a strong balance of financial expertise and philanthropic vision, ensuring accuracy in our books while championing the growth of our 50 endowments.
• You thrive in collaboration—whether it’s working with accounting partners, supporting fundraising initiatives, or engaging with donors and colleagues.
• You approach each day with a positive attitude, professionalism, and a genuine passion for student success.
• You’re detail-oriented and organized, yet flexible enough to adapt to the dynamic needs of a growing Foundation.
• You see challenges as opportunities and bring innovative ideas to strengthen both our operations and our impact.

 

What you'll love about us: 

• We create the future by cultivating relentless curiosity in our students and each other to unlock new opportunities and break barriers. We take risks, adapt to oncoming challenges and opportunities, and engineer new ideas as we learn together from our mistakes and successes.  
• We engage fearlessly, bringing passion and energy to our work by dreaming big, being bold, having fun, and fostering a caring environment. Celebrating each other and our results with enthusiasm makes our work meaningful and exciting. 
• We build together. Our individual differences and backgrounds strengthen our teams, where we seek input and ensure every voice is heard. We amplify our impact when we empower each other to take ownership and work together toward a common vision. 
• We live authentically, being our best when we share information openly, create clarity, invite stakeholders to participate in decision-making, and communicate with the utmost respect. 
• We care! We care about our students, our communities, and each other, finding ways to actively engage and invest in the success of those we serve.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance/FSA, HSA -see more detailed information here.
• PTO
  • 120 hours per year - Staff
  • 18 hours per year - 9-Month Faculty
  • 35 hours per year - 12-Month Faculty
• Paid Holidays
  • 21 days - Staff
  • 26 days - 9-month Faculty
  • 39 days - 12-Month Faculty
• Sick Leave – 40 hours per year
• ASRS (Arizona State Retirement System)
• Tuition Voucher (to use towards MCC courses)
• Summer hours - 4-day work week
• Work Life Balance – schedule, hybrid, potential remote work. 

Operations & Financial Stewardship

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Foundation with a focus on accuracy, transparency, and donor stewardship.
• Manage financial records and transactions in coordination with the Foundation’s CPA firm, including reconciliations, reporting, and annual audits.
• Prepare and distribute annual tax acknowledgment letters to donors and manage all donor documentation, in coordination with the Foundation’s CPA firm.
• Maintain donor database integrity and generate timely and accurate impact and stewardship & foundation board reports.

Fundraising & Donor Engagement

• Assist the E.D. in implementing fundraising strategies targeting individuals, corporations, foundations, and government entities.
• Support the planning and execution of special events, annual campaigns (Annual Fund, Giving Day, etc.), and donor appreciation efforts.
• Draft grant applications and compelling case statements, both with the assistance of the E.D.
• Assist the E.D. with planned giving efforts, such as donors who wish to leave a bequest via estate planning in conjunction with their financial advising professionals.
• Assist the Communications & Alumni Coordinator with donor communications & Alumni Association events, from time to time.
• Research funding opportunities and track solicitation efforts.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Mohave College Foundation Board of Directors:
  • Coordinate meeting logistics, materials, and timely communications.
  • Support Board engagement via various committees (Fundraising, Finance/Investment, Governance & Audit
• Support the four Mohave College Alumni Chapter Councils (each aligned with a specific campus: Bullhead City, Kingman, Lake Havasu City, and Colorado City), along with the Communications & Alumni Coordinator, who spearheads this effort.
  • Support the facilitation of meetings, promote local fundraising initiatives, and strengthen volunteer involvement at the campus level.

Scholarship Program Coordination

• Work closely with the MCC Financial Aid Office to facilitate timely and equitable distribution of Foundation scholarships.
• Track scholarship fund balances, criteria, and disbursements.
• Ensure strong communication between the Foundation and scholarship recipients, and oversee appropriate donor recognition efforts.

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, public administration, business, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in nonprofit, foundation, or higher education operations and/or fundraising.
• Demonstrated understanding of donor stewardship, gift processing, and nonprofit financial principles.
• Experience working with boards or volunteer groups; chapter or committee management is a plus.
• Proficient in donor database systems (e.g., Donor Perfect or similar).
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with a commitment to detail and follow-through.
• A collaborative team player with a genuine belief in the mission of community colleges and the power of philanthropy.

Application Instructions
It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the following documents on file in the Employee Services office by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position. Application materials will not be returned.
 

1. A complete online employment application form. Please do not state 'see resume' on any part of the application. Blank spaces may be cause for rejection of the application.
2. Cover letter addressing the criteria listed in the job announcement and your qualifications for this position.
3. Resume or curriculum vitae. Optional, but encouraged.
4. Transcripts of all college work. (Unofficial transcripts or photocopies will be accepted to establish the application file. Official transcripts will be required if the candidate is offered the position.)

 
Important Notes:
 

• If any of the above listed materials are missing or incomplete, the application will not be considered.
• Items 2-4 may either be attached electronically to the application or mailed to the address below (position number must be included on all documents):

Mohave Community College
 Employee Services
 1971 Jagerson Avenue
 Kingman, AZ 86409

Salary : $46,750 - $52,360