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The Breast Cancer Research Foundation · 2 weeks ago

Director, Foundation Relations (Institutional Giving)

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$140K/yr - $155K/yr

8+ years exp

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation is the largest private funder of breast cancer research in the world, dedicated to accelerating research breakthroughs. The Director of Foundation Relations will manage and expand a portfolio of foundation partners, securing significant grants and developing long-term relationships to support BCRF's mission and research goals.

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Responsibilities

Manage and grow a dynamic portfolio of approximately 50 foundations and institutions, including high-value funders and prospects (gifts starting at $25,000+)

Lead the development and submission of high-quality proposals, letters of intent, budgets, case statements, and grant reports, with a focus on multi-year, six- and seven-figure institutional gifts

Oversee the full lifecycle of grants—from prospect identification and cultivation through proposal development, compliance, and high-touch stewardship—ensuring strong alignment with each funder’s mission and BCRF’s research priorities

Ensure excellence in grant writing, program framing, and impact storytelling that conveys the power and progress of BCRF-supported science

Develop and execute thoughtful renewal and stewardship strategies, customized to each funder’s priorities, to promote long-term trust, transparency, and partnership

Coordinate strategic foundation engagement activities, including briefings, site visits, and donor meetings with senior leadership, grantees, and scientific staff

Collaborate across departments to stay current on emerging trends in breast cancer research and philanthropy, translating insights into funder strategies and new proposal ideas

Ensure accurate and timely tracking of all activity related to foundation fundraising—including pipeline management, deadlines, and performance metrics—within Raiser’s Edge and other internal systems

Lead and mentor junior team members, consultants, or cross-functional collaborators as needed to support foundation-related work

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Foundation relationsGrant writingPortfolio managementCRM proficiencyProject managementPhilanthropic trends knowledgeCollaboration skillsAttention to detailCommunication skillsTeam management

Required

8–10 years of experience in progressively responsible foundation relations, grants management, or institutional partnerships, preferably in a healthcare, cancer, medical research, or science-driven nonprofit environment

Proven track record of securing six- and seven-figure grants from private and family foundations, corporate foundations, and/or public funders

Demonstrated success managing a complex portfolio, with the ability to drive both revenue growth and meaningful long-term partnerships

Outstanding writing, editing, and presentation skills—able to translate scientific and technical material into clear, persuasive content for philanthropic audiences

Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, competing priorities, and input from diverse stakeholders

Familiarity with philanthropic trends in health, cancer research, and science funding

High attention to detail, excellent judgment, and a commitment to excellence in execution

Comfort working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Management experience including the oversight of internal and external team members, grant writers, and partners

Proficiency in CRM platforms, preferably Raiser's Edge, and strong command of Microsoft Office tools (especially Word and Excel)

A donor-centric mindset, grace under pressure, and a roll-up-your-sleeves approach to your work

Willingness to occasionally lift or move materials up to 15 lbs

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage from the first day of employment; with the election of certain medical plans, BCRF helps significantly defray the cost of out-of-pocket expenses with contributions to a health reimbursement account or heath savings account.

The opportunity to enroll in pre-tax Commuter Transit, Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Account from the first day of employment.

401K, with up to a 5% match each pay period; employee contributions and any match are immediately fully vested

Paid parental leave offering 18 weeks 100% paid leave for a birthing parent and 12 weeks 100% paid leave for non-birthing parent

Paid Time Off including 15 days of annual vacation time in first year of employment, increasing with length of service

7 days of annual paid sick time

Paid holidays along with BCRF wide half days and summer Fridays