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Texas A&M Foundation · 1 week ago

Director of Development - Corporate Relations

College Station, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

3+ years exp

Texas A&M Foundation is dedicated to advancing corporate engagement and philanthropic goals, particularly for the College of Engineering. The Director of Development will design and execute fundraising strategies, cultivate relationships with corporate partners, and mentor development staff to enhance corporate partnerships and drive innovation.

Association

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic corporate engagement and fundraising plans aligned with the Foundation's priorities and the College of Engineering's mission

Solicit gifts, sponsorships, and investments at major and principal levels to advance Texas A&M and the Foundation’s corporate relations objectives

Collaborate with College of Engineering leadership and corporate stakeholders to identify partnership opportunities and communicate them effectively

Lead stewardship efforts to ensure corporate partners feel valued and informed about the impact of their engagement and giving

Mentor and guide development staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence in corporate engagement

Represent the Foundation and the Office of Corporate Relations at events, meetings, and partner engagements to strengthen relationships and visibility

Build and manage a portfolio of corporate partners and prospects, cultivating relationships that lead to impactful philanthropic and strategic support for engineering programs and initiatives

Qualification

Fundraising experienceStrategic fundraising plansLeadership skillsCorporate philanthropyCertified Fundraising ExecutiveRelationship-building skillsMaster’s degreeNonprofit experienceHigher education experience