Manager, Foundation Relations

About us

Independent Sector (IS) is the nation's membership organization for nonprofits and philanthropy. Our vision is for a charitable sector that is healthy, trusted, and equitable and helps all people in the United States thrive in a vibrant civil society and just democracy.

Summary

The Manager, Foundation Relations will assist with the foundation partnership portfolio and steward successful and sustainable foundation relationships that support the work of IS. The Manager will service, renew and upgrade a discreet portfolio of current general support and program-restricted foundation partners, and collaborate on fundraising efforts to meet annual revenue goals. The Manager will work closely with the Vice President of Institutional Advancement to develop strategies for acquiring and managing new foundation partners.

IS adheres to a hybrid working model. All staff are currently required to work from the IS office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Please note all applicants are required to submit a cover letter and a writing sample.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop general operating, project/program-specific proposals, reports, and substantive updates across IS's established program areas
• Manage and grow a discreet portfolio of foundation funders, leading cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Assist in identifying, researching, and cultivating prospective new foundation partners
• Provide unsurpassed customer service to current and prospective foundation partners
• Maintain renewal calendar for current foundation partners
• Work with the finance team to review outstanding pledges, balances, and other financial information
• Assist in developing and monitoring IS's annual and long-term revenue planning
• Provide support to IS's National Summit
• Support key administrative functions, including acknowledgements, updating the grants calendar, and tracking actions in Salesforce

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Policy, Business or related field plus 4-5 years of experience in fundraising, development, and/or relatable field.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fundraising methods, techniques, and practices
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in funder research and analysis
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strong project management skills. Working knowledge of Salesforce
• Ability to work as a team member and independently
• Sound judgement and discretion with sensitive information
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Knowledge of the charitable sector and philanthropic landscape

Work Environment

Typical office setting. Up to 25% travel may be required. Background check required.