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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Under the direction of the AVP and Director, writes, compiles, reviews, and edits assigned grant proposals as well as letters of inquiry and other correspondence to foundations and corporations. Regularly contacts faculty, administrators, development colleagues, and others to gather relevant information.
• Coordinates with principal investigators, budget managers and others during the proposal development process to ensure that all proposals have been reviewed and approved through established internal processes. As such, communicates regularly with the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, Financial and Accounting Services, and other designated points of contact.
• Leads the process of envisioning and developing customized stewardship reports to major foundations and corporations, based upon the specific requirements established by those donors and in a manner complementary to future proposals.
• Serves as the primary CFR liaison with Communications & External Relations and other offices across campus to collaborate on customized stewardship reporting, with support from the Research & Stewardship Manager in terms of logistics and execution.
• Advises the CFR team regarding maintaining and enhancing tracking systems for projects, prospects, and donors. Utilizes the Deacon Advancement Database (DAD) to track activity with support from the Manager.
• Under the leadership of the Director, contributes annually to CFR's Annual Plan, including refreshing data, reports, and plans relevant to own work.
• Recommends processes and standardized procedures to help improve CFR operations.
• Plans corporate and foundation site visits in collaboration with the Director and the AVP, with support from the Manager in terms of logistics and execution.
• As appropriate and in coordination with AVP and Director, communicates externally with foundation and corporate representatives and with key volunteers.
• Keeps current on research initiatives at the university.
• Participates in University Advancement events and activities as needed or required.
• Contributes to a transparent and equitable organizational culture where ethical policies and practices are understood and lived out by all staff.

• Get excited about the prospect of joining a team that is making a difference in people's lives every day.
• Have a passion for workplace diversity and inclusion.
• Have high standards for your work and are proud to contribute to a mission-driven organization.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three to five years, related experience in grant proposal development and stewardship, particularly in the areas of corporate and foundation giving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in creating and reporting on complex grant budgets.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workplace, Blackbaud, and use of online resources.
• Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and the ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate a variety of data.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diplomacy, courtesy, and tact at all times.
• Demonstrated willingness to receive feedback and update skills on a continual basis.
• Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours as needed.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and the university's mission, vision, and values.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience in higher education is strongly preferred.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for own work only. Collaborates with and provides direction to the Research & Stewardship Manager on generating specific plans, reports, and data requests to Alumni & Donor Services (ADS/UA) and/or to identified campus partners.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

Sedentary work primarily involving sitting/standing; communicating with others to exchange information; repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Note: This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee's supervisor.

To help provide a safe learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment.

Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.

Wake Forest University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in employment for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Job Description

In University Advancement, we believe in equity, not just equality. We understand that in order to develop a fully engaged constituency; individuals must receive equitable treatment instead of equal treatment. Establishing equality means treating everyone the same. Equity necessitates transforming our community to meet the needs, interests and cultural norms of our University Advancement staff.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all requirements listed in the job description. In University Advancement at Wake Forest University, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If this role appeals to you, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification on the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Time Type Requirement

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.