What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director Foundation Relations position at Connecticut Children's?
Position Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION
To secure support from private foundations with a specific focus on Health Science and Research Initiatives across the organization
Responsibilities
Job Duties
Minimum Education and Experience Required
Knowledge of: Excellent written and verbal skills. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively and appropriately with staff, donors and volunteers.
About Us
Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.
JOB DESCRIPTION
To secure support from private foundations with a specific focus on Health Science and Research Initiatives across the organization
Responsibilities
Job Duties
- Coordinate the development of concept papers, letters of inquiry or proposals, assist Connecticut Children’s faculty and staff with editing and document preparation, resulting in compelling submissions targeted to funders.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with a portfolio of 20-30 foundation while developing a deep understanding of the national private foundation landscape.
- Collaborate with Connecticut Children’s staff (foundation) and faculty to inform them about funding opportunities; advise them on effective foundation relations processes; discuss strategies: and encourage them to pursue the appropriate opportunities. Coordinate to ensure timely and accurate pre-and post-award processes are followed.
- In collaboration with the Development Team and Donor Relations Team, conduct research on foundations and interpret their guidelines to evaluate their potential for funding Connecticut Children’s priorities.
- Acquire and maintain a knowledge of Connecticut Children’s initiatives, research, and priority needs; assist with the engagement of foundation staff, Medical Center leadership and faculty.
- Ensure interactions with foundations are maintained in Salesforce and foundation deliverables are coordinated with the Foundation staff
Minimum Education and Experience Required
- At least 3-5 years of experience as a fundraiser, and solid project management skills.
- Salesforce experience desired.
Knowledge of: Excellent written and verbal skills. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively and appropriately with staff, donors and volunteers.
About Us
Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.
