Assistant Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations at Wellesley College in Wellesley, Massachusetts

Job Description:

At Wellesley, our mission is to deliver an outstanding liberal arts education
to women who will make a difference in the world. Our collaborative
community, comprising faculty, students, staff, and alumnae, is guided by
our shared values. We champion intellectual discovery and excellence,
uphold gender equality as foundational to progress, affirm diversity as
crucial to educational excellence, value connection and community, empower
individuals for social change, and commit to integrity and academic freedom
in our pursuit of knowledge. Join us in this transformative journey!




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Job Posting Title

Assistant Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations



Job Description Summary

Admin Exempt



Job Description


Position Summary

Wellesley College seeks an Assistant Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) who will lead the college's efforts to steward philanthropic relationships with national and local foundations and corporations, and build successful internal partnerships across the college to support CFR fundraising.


Reporting to the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, the Assistant Director will lead high-level stewardship to current donors through quality written reports and related communications; identify and evaluate potential new funding prospects; support faculty with drafting LOIs, concept papers, and other solicitation materials; and lead administrative work for the CFR office, including special projects such as website design. This is a mid-level development role which demands terrific writing skills, genuine curiosity about innovative academic work, and a talent for managing stewardship projects involving team members from across the college. It is a significant opportunity for career development within a top-performing Development Department and a successful and growing CFR team.



Position Responsibilities

Stewardship: The CFR Assistant Director will be responsible for leading the reporting and stewardship of institutional grants at Wellesley College. Working directly with faculty and center leads, they will revise and tailor written reporting for foundations, as well as develop templates and other materials to ensure that faculty have what they need to draft reports in time for external deadlines. They will also partner with the Donor Relations team on acknowledgements and other communication with existing donors. In terms of financial stewardship, this role will support the Provost's Office and the Finance Office in monitoring the spending and allocation of grant awards on a regular basis. The Assistant Director will be a resource if faculty need to request adjustments from a foundation toward their milestones or timeline, and assist major gifts teams in the development of proposals and stewardship reports for individual donors when appropriate (for example, for donors who give through a family foundation).


Prospect Research: The Assistant Director will use industry-standard resources, such as Foundation Center Directory, to research and identify funding opportunities and work closely with the Director of CFR to proactively manage the team's research/prospect pipeline. This includes working with the Development Prospect Research team to align CFR with their systems, and partnering with Sponsored Research to implement a calendar of opportunities for institutional grants that aligns with research grant announcements.


Faculty Support: The Assistant Director will play a key role as a liaison between faculty and the development office, providing timely responses to requests for support with identifying leads for potential funds, and, on occasion, working directly to guide LOIs and concept notes to be the best possible fit with funder interests.


Project Management and Administrative Support: The Assistant Director will serve as a lead administrator within the CFR office, including writing and formatting briefings for senior leadership, leading the overhaul of the CFR website to make it a better resource for faculty and foundations, and assisting with scheduling, securing signatures, and database files as needed.


This role sits within the Development Office and will be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.



Basic Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience, preferably in a higher education or similarly complex institution.



Skills and Abilities

Excellent writing skills and attention to detail are required. Experience with grant development, leading interdisciplinary project teams, and/or CRM software would be helpful.



Company Description

Wellesley's mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community-faculty, students, staff, and alumnae.


Embark on a fulfilling career journey at Wellesley College, where we prioritize your well-being and professional growth. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive array of benefits and resources designed to enhance both your work-life balance and long-term success.

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  Competitive Compensation : Experience competitive wages ensuring your dedication is recognized and rewarded.


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  Exceptional Benefits Package: Access a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision and pre-tax saving benefits, life insurance, disability coverage, and more to safeguard your health and that of your loved ones.


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  Commuting and Transportation: Enjoy the convenience of free parking on our picturesque campus, easily accessible from major roadways. We are also accessible via the MBTA commuter rail.


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  Paid Time Off : Take advantage of paid vacations, personal days, sick time, and holidays to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life harmony.


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  Retirement Savings : Plan for the future with our retirement savings plan. Wellesley College contributes up to 10.5% towards your 403(b) plan for eligible employees


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  Work/Life and Wellness: A hybrid work environment for select positions (additional details will be provided during the interview process), caregiving support through Wellthy, legal plan insurance, pet insurance discount and a variety of other resources including retirement planning, free onsite and virtual fitness classes and access to cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.


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  Professional Development: Enhance your skills and explore growth opportunities through continuing training and pathways for growth within our supportive environment.


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  Tuition and Education Benefits : Invest in your education with tuition benefits, and access resources to navigate student loan forgiveness, reinforcing our commitment to your ongoing learning.


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  Campus Privileges : Enjoy free use of our state-of-the-art athletic and fitness facilities with onsite fitness classes, Library resources, and seize opportunities to attend diverse campus events that contribute to a vibrant community.

Apply today and take your first step toward a rewarding career with Wellesley College - where your unique strengths and success are celebrated as part of our shared commitment to inclusivity!



Worker Sub-Type

Administrative



Time Type

Full time



EEO Statement


At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas-the best solutions-draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members for the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish.




Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer,
committed to the diversity of the college community and the curriculum
. Wellesley College and all its subcontractors shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that Wellesley College and all of its subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.

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