Foundation Director directs the execution of the vision, strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, and grantmaking operations that support the overall objectives of a foundation. Defines the goals and tactics for fundraising campaigns and program initiatives. Being a Foundation Director represents the foundation to the public and media to communicate its mission, values, and accomplishments. Maintains positive relationships with foundation stakeholders, including the board of directors, grantees, community leaders, donors, and prospective donors. Additionally, Foundation Director oversees grantmaking operations, including developing grant guidelines, reviewing grant applications, and managing the grant evaluation process. Manages foundation programs and initiatives that align with the foundation's mission and values. Implements systems for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the foundation's grantmaking and programs. Ensures all foundation activities comply with applicable laws, reporting requirements, and regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Foundation Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Foundation Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Information
Title: Associate Director of Gift Processing
Department: Advancement Services
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Annual Salary: $70,000.00 commensurate with experience
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Gift Processing, this position will assist and manage the gift record processing. Support the formulating and implementing policies and procedures for the successful recording, maintenance, receipting, documenting of private gifts and grants.
Reports To
Director of Gift Processing
Supervises
Gift Processing Associates
Essential Functions
Specific duties include the following:
Evaluation
The Associate Director of Gift Processing will meet annually with his/her supervisor to put in place a plan for the year. At the end of each year, the Associate Director of Gift Processing and his/her supervisor will review progress toward the annual goals.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Working Conditions
The Associate Director of Gift Processing will work primarily in an office environment and will need to sit or stand for extended periods while either working at a computer, attending a meeting, or performing deskwork. Based at the University of Hawa‘i at Mānoa campus this position will involve travel, mostly by auto, but occasionally by other modes of transportation. The Associate Director may need to visit areas of the University campus, as well as locations in and around O‘ahu. Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. The Associate Director may need to work weekends or evenings or exceed a 40-hour work week to fulfill the demands of the position. The Associate Director must be able and willing to travel interisland or nationally upon request.