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Title: Corporate and Foundation Giving Manager
Department: Development
Reports to: Sr. Director of Philanthropic Strategies
Classification: Full-Time; Exempt/salaried
Pay: Starting $68,000 contingent upon qualifications, experience and fit.
Expected hours: 40 per week
ABOUT PEARL HARBOR AVIATION MUSEUM:
At Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, we have the honor of stewarding America’s first aviation battlefield of World War II, sharing the artifacts, personal stories, and impact and response to the December 7, 1941 attack and the Pacific region battles that followed. We honor those who defend our freedom so we might educate and inspire future generations. Beyond our reputation as TripAdvisor’s “Hawaii’s #1 Historical Spot Worth Traveling For,” Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum aims to be a community and educational resource for our local schools and families. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, mutual respect, hard work and a passion for history, museums and airplanes. We embrace change and the opportunity it brings, and are committed to continuing to grow our world class staff.
Job Summary:
Under direct supervision of the Sr. Director of Philanthropic Strategies, the Corporate and Foundation Giving Manger is responsible for developing and implementing strategies for corporate, foundation and grant giving, creating a sustainable pipeline and increased support for the Museum. This role requires a strategic, forward-thinking, collaborative, and innovative leader focused on relationship-based fundraising with strong communication skills. The primary responsibilities of the Corporate and Foundation Giving Manager requires an understanding of and background in Corporate and Foundation fundraising principles and practices, a high level of professionalism, collegiality, self-motivation and a strong belief in the mission and principles of Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. The Corporate and Foundation Giving Manager will possess the ability to work collaboratively with the Development team and all of the other departments at the Museum. Candidates who are organized, proactive, have excellent writing and communication skills, and who are creative in building out fundraising efforts could thrive in this position. This role will offer a fast-paced and evolving suite of opportunities to grow professionally and to make an impact in our community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build strategic relationships with corporate partners to produce partnership opportunities and support, both in-kind and monetary.
- Research, identify, cultivate, and steward corporate partnerships to promote the Museum’s mission and strategic plan.
- Manage a portfolio of current and prospective Corporations and Foundations who have a capacity to make significant gifts to the organization to support Museum initiatives and programs, including education, exhibits, restoration, capital projects, scholarships, general unrestricted support, etc.
- Work in partnership with the Sr. Director of Philanthropic Strategies to design and implement strategies for cultivating and stewarding Corporations and Foundations towards ongoing gift commitments and donor retention.
Grant Management:
- Manage the annual schedule of foundation and grant deadlines. Maintain a comprehensive calendar of relevant grant opportunities, including submission dates, eligibility requirements, and reporting deadlines.
- Identify, cultivate, and apply for grant funding opportunities.
- Collaborate with internal teams/departments, subject matter experts and/or contracted grant writers to craft compelling proposals that effectively communicate the impact of the proposed program, its alignment with the funder’s mission, and the organization’s capacity to deliver.
- Manage the post-award process by collaborating with appropriate departments to ensure timely and accurate completion of required reports and adherence to grant conditions.
Administration:
- Develop metrics and sustainable accountability measures to strengthen partnerships.
- Build and maintain a robust database of global partners, utilizing Raiser’s Edge NXT.
- Oversee corporate communication process, including emails, letters, proposals, and reports for solicitation and stewardship purposes, and ensure consistency with organizational standards.
- Clearly track, maintain, and execute benefits provided to partners as part of their philanthropic investment in our mission.
- Coordinate the design, printing, and distribution of materials to strengthen partnerships and achieve greater visibility of the Museum.
- Develop and execute partnership agreements.
- Event planning support, including Annual Gala
- Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Minimum three years (5+ years preferred) of experience in non-profit development, fundraising, grant writing, and/or a related field
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team player who will productively engage with a variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and exercise resourcefulness and creativity, with a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred
- Flexible, adaptable, and open to change
- Successful completion of a background check
- Requires flexibility of schedule to accommodate needs of the organization that may include occasional weekend and evening events
- Must be comfortable meeting members and donors as a representative of Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
Physical Demands:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk/work station and working at a computer, working internally and outside/external at times.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Vision insurance
To apply
Please submit cover letter, including salary expectations, resume and employment application to [email protected]
Management retains the discretion and right to modify, add to or change the description, responsibilities at any time.
Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, and efforts. They are not intended to form contractual relationships between the employee and the organization but are intended to reflect the primary elements of a specific job, including but not limited to the essential functions.
- Free Parking
- 401k Safe Harbor Plan with Match
- Medical/Dental Benefits w/low cost employee contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays based on position
