Senior Director - Foundation Relations

Job Description:Lead and manage the Foundation Relations team, overseeing workflow, writing and editing support, and coordination with program colleagues to create funding opportunitiesCoach and develop team members to increase ownership and expand responsibilities over time.Delegate effectively to build team capacity and strengthen execution across grant processes.Oversee grant management systems to ensure proposals and reports are accurate and on time.Partner with internal colleagues to ensure reporting expectations, timelines, and funded activities are clearly understood and achievable.Manage and grow a portfolio of foundation donors and prospects through cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and renewal strategies.Drive significant donor moves, including proposals, meetings, stewardship updates, and event engagement.Partner with executive leadership to deploy them strategically in donor relationships.Establish and oversee consistent moves management processes across the foundation portfolio.Identify and advance high impact funding opportunities that support SPN's mission without creating unfunded scope or misaligned program commitments.Serve as a senior leader contributing to development strategy, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.Requirements:10+ years' experience in foundation relations or institutional fundraisingProven success securing and stewarding five-, six-, and ideally seven-figure gifts5+ team leadership and coaching experienceAbility to travel approximately 30%Exceptional writing, editing, and project management skillsExperience working cross-functionally with program, finance, and executive leadershipA clear understanding of nonprofit cost structures, restricted funding, and the financial implications of grant-funded programsSound judgment in evaluating funding opportunities through both a mission and sustainability lensExperience with Salesforce or similar CRM systemsBenefits:competitive salary commensurate with experiencebenefits