Foundation - Senior Manager, Grants and Foundation Relations

Overview

About Clark College Foundation:
At Clark College Foundation, we are driven by a shared passion to empower our community through education, opportunity, and innovation. As part of our team, you'll have the chance to directly impact the lives of students and families in Southwest Washington, creating lasting change and fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Clark College is a top-rated community college, and by joining the Foundation, you'll be supporting an institution that's recognized for excellence in education and student success.

Moreover, Clark College Foundation is consistently ranked as one of the leading community college foundations and recognized for its innovation in fundraising and communication strategies. Here, you'll collaborate with a dedicated group of professionals who are committed to creative problem-solving and bold thinking, all while being part of a respected organization that's leading the way in philanthropy and advocacy work.

We offer competitive compensation packages, a hybrid work policy that supports work-life balance, and a generous PTO allocation, including two weeks of office closures; one at the end of December and another week during the July 4th holiday. On top of that, you'll have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as retirement options that ensure your future is well taken care of.

If you're ready to make an impact and be part of something bigger, Clark College Foundation is the place for you!

Core responsibilities and duties

Note:

The responsibilities listed above may not include all duties performed by this position. Clark College Foundation reserves the right to assign other appropriate work as may be required to support the needs and purposes of the organization.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in grant management, foundation relations, fundraising, donor relations, or another related field.
• Proven success in strategic planning, donor cultivation, and vendor management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to initiate dialogues with new or unknown individuals, make presentations to small and large groups, convey complex major and planned gift concepts in clear language, draft persuasive donor communications and written materials, and adjust communication style to meet diverse interpersonal preferences.
• Excellent administrative, organizational, prioritization, and time management skills to manage multiple priorities and competing donor needs, including coordinating programs and projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong relational skills and ability to develop connections across various industries and with community partners.
• High attention to detail to meet the personalized needs and preferences of diverse donors and partners.
• Demonstrates strong data management skills; excellent ability to enter, track, analyze, and provide recommendations based on donor and fundraising insights.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), experience with CRM platforms such as Raiser's Edge NXT, and familiarity with project management tools like Asana; adept at using online calendars and internet research.
• Ability to make decisions within a shared decision-making environment and exercise sound…