Job Title: Foundation Manager

CBIA is Connecticut's largest business organization, with thousands of member companies, small and large, representing a diverse range of industries from every part of the state.

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic individual to manage our Foundation.

The CBIA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization focused on long-term economic growth strategies that go beyond the typical legislative session. The Foundation’s primary goal is to chart a course for sustained economic growth in Connecticut by working collaboratively with public and private stakeholders to identify key challenges, opportunities, and priorities for the state’s business community. Through research, analysis, and advocacy, the Foundation will help shape policies and initiatives that promote business growth, job creation, and a vibrant economy.

CBIA is seeking a Foundation Manager to execute this work and report directly to the President & CEO.

The Foundation Manager will be responsible for managing the Foundation, which includes Board and Funder engagement, communicating and implementing the Foundation’s Economic Action Plan (EAP), applying for grants and other funding sources to support the Foundation’s initiatives, and developing and maintaining real-time metrics to measure the Foundation’s impact.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Selection Committee has identified these qualities as priorities for the successful candidate:

Leadership - Provide leadership for the organization, effectively communicating the mission and the value of this work. Manage the Board of Directors meetings and records and leveraging those relationships for the good of the Project.

Program Development - Develop recommendations for all pillars of the economic dashboard to create a framework of recommendations to meet the growth targets. This will include annually updating the economic dashboard and tracking the progress toward the vision in collaboration with the CBIA VP of Policy.

Fiscal Management & Fundraising - Develop and manage the organization’s budget, meeting all revenue and expenditures goals. This includes meeting fundraising goals by developing a fundraising strategy and executing it, engaging donors and building lasting partnerships in collaboration with the President/CEO and CBIA VP of Membership and Foundation Giving. The Executive Director will apply for grants and may work with contractors to achieve these goals.

Partnerships - Develop and enhance relationships with appropriate partner organizations, business and community leaders to advance the Foundation’s mission and goals. Ensure the Foundation is represented at appropriate business and community meetings and events that are focused on the mission.

Communications - Develop a communications strategy and serve as the spokesperson and raising awareness among the public, press, prospective donors and other partners. This will also include surveying, research, and data analysis on Connecticut’s economic progress and the Foundation’s impact, including managing all social media, website content, survey reports, and coordinating with the CBIA Communications team on press inquiries, releases, and media outreach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

· Supports, plans, and coordinates all survey and research operations.

· Consults and collaborates with all stakeholders in the planning, implementation, and

evaluation of survey and research projects.

· Determines and specifies details of survey projects, including sources of information,

procedures and processes, and the design of survey instruments and materials.

· Monitors and evaluates field survey progress and performance, adjusting survey activities

based on response rates.

· Produces summaries and analyses of survey and research data, including tables, graphs,

reports, articles, presentations, fact sheets, and policy/position papers.

· Develops and implements metrics to measure success of survey and research projects.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Familiarity with the non-profit and/or for-profit arena with an understanding of the dynamics of running an organization based on fundraising;

• A passion for economic growth and the data that drives it;

• A desire to make a long-term commitment to the mission;

• Strong business acumen and a strategic thinker with the ability to quickly identify critical issues and develop plans and programs to accomplish objectives;

• Understanding of the local and regional community, economic and business landscape;

• Excellent public speaking skills and experience with the media;

• A personal style which engenders confidence and support in the Futures Project; and

• Ability to work with diverse constituencies building consensus and forming coalitions among differing viewpoints

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

4-year college degree and five years of relevant experience in similar organizations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Hartford, CT 06103: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hartford, CT 06103