Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
The Associate Director of Corporate Relations reports to the Executive Director of Corporate Relations for the Danforth campus and collaborates closely with all other members of the Corporate Relations team. This role is responsible for strengthening corporate engagement and helping to build a fuller and more robust pyramid of corporate donors at every giving level. The position works to support Washington University priorities, the seven schools on the Danforth Campus, Interdisciplinary programs, faculty, and special projects.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Maintain and grow a portfolio of corporate donor prospects through all phases of the solicitation process: identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. In addition, assist other corporate relations fundraisers in their efforts to identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit major gift corporate prospects.
- Develop and maintain relationships with development and philanthropic strategy officers to stay abreast of funding needs for faculty research, programs, and special initiatives.
- Develop and maintain relationships with departments outside of University Advancement to assess priorities for engaging companies and assist them in achieving their goals. This includes assisting deans, faculty, and unit-based leaders in creating effective funding strategies and initiating opportunities for them to have meaningful interactions with corporate prospects.
- In consultation with corporate relations fundraisers, help staff the needs of the chancellor, deans, executive vice chancellor, and other senior leaders on matters involving companies within the assigned caseload.
- Develop corporate sponsorship solicitation strategies and work with student groups on fundraising efforts.
- Develop content, write, edit, and finalize compelling fundraising proposals.
- Coordinate and/or write grant reports to corporations and corporate foundations and conduct other stewardship of corporate donors.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (3 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in developing and managing mutually beneficial corporate relationships.
- Record of success in securing major corporate gifts and meeting fundraising goals.
- Experience with direct personal interaction with corporate executives.
- Experience writing and editing fundraising materials such as concept notes, proposals, and grant applications.
- Ability to work well with diverse groups of constituents and colleagues.
- A passion for higher education and an understanding of complex institutions.
- Ability to represent the university in a highly professional and effective manner.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Skills:
Analytical Skills, Business Interactions, Complex Systems, Confidence, Curious Mindset, Detail-Oriented, Donor Stewardship, Fundraising, Highly Developed Interpersonal, Microsoft Office, Nonprofit Organizations, Oral Communications, Organizing, Professional Etiquette, Self-Starter, Social Interaction, Synthesizing Complex Information, Teamwork, Working Independently, Written Communication
Grade
G12
Salary Range
$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
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Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please emailCandidateQuestions@wustl.eduor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
