Director of Corporate And Foundation Relations

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR), is a key leader on the Development team, responsible for developing, managing, and expanding a comprehensive strategy to secure philanthropic support from corporations, private and family foundations, and corporate/foundation giving programs. This role oversees all aspects of institutional fundraising, including cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and relationship management, to meet annual and long-term fundraising goals in alignment with VCH’s mission and strategic priorities.

The Director will build strong partnerships with corporate and foundation leaders, collaborate across departments to identify funding opportunities, and design compelling cases for support that demonstrate the transformative impact of VCH’s programs and services.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Duties):

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

·        Design and implement a multi-year corporate and foundation fundraising strategy that aligns with VCH’s strategic plan and revenue goals.

·        Develop measurable goals, budgets, and metrics for corporate and foundation giving.

·        Serve as a thought partner to the CDO on institutional fundraising strategy.

·        Identify, research, and qualify prospective foundation funders that align with VCH priorities.

·        Lead the full grant lifecycle process: concept development, proposal writing, submission, reporting, and compliance.

·        Ensure grant and proposal data is maintained in the database with appropriate tracking

·        Maintain and strengthen relationships with program officers and foundation representatives through regular communication, impact reporting, and site visits.

·        Partner with appropriate teams across the organization to gather data, success stories, and program outcomes for compelling grant proposals and reports.

·        Cultivate and steward corporate partners through sponsorships, cause-marketing campaigns, employee giving programs, and event partnerships.

·        Write and coordinate the production, distribution, and recording of acknowledgment letters for the CEO, CDO, and proxy based on the stewardship matrix.

·        Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to staff, consultants, and others supporting grant writing and corporate/foundation partnerships.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Attend and lead meetings, team huddles, and assigned trainings.

·        Attend and actively participate in department meetings

·        Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

*Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Sherman Oaks, North Hollywood, CA 91605 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sherman Oaks, North Hollywood, CA 91605: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person