INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

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Associate Director – Foundations, Trusts

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Location

California + 1 more

Posted

35 days ago

Salary

$110K - $131K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree7 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Collaborate with the Co–Senior Director of U.S. Foundations & Trusts and cross-functional colleagues to identify, shape, and advance high-impact, solutions-oriented foundation partnerships that support IRC’s global priorities • Lead the design and execution of comprehensive outreach, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of U.S.-based foundations, driving new business development, proposal submissions, and compelling partnership pitches • Proactively identify, qualify, and cultivate new foundation prospects, building and managing a strong pipeline aligned with IRC strategic priorities and funding needs • Establish and implement robust stewardship and servicing plans for foundation partners, including clear performance indicators, reporting schedules, and forward-looking engagement strategies to maximize partnership value, revenue growth, and donor satisfaction • Engage and support senior IRC leadership, Board members and other key internal stakeholders in high-level relationship management and solicitations, providing strategic guidance, tailored briefing materials, and effective follow-up • Monitor and analyze philanthropic and foundation-sector trends to inform prospecting strategies, strengthen value propositions, and position IRC competitively in the funding landscape • Serve as a trusted internal advisor on foundation partnership strategy, ensuring open, relevant, and respectful communication between IRC and private sector partners, and effective coordination with global IRC colleagues • Line-manage and mentor U.S. Foundations & Trusts officer(s), fostering strong performance through coaching, goal-setting, performance evaluations, and professional development planning • Lead and contribute to special projects and cross-team initiatives, as assigned, that advance Foundations & Trusts’ and broader External Relations’ priorities • Maintain accurate and timely CRM records to enable effective pipeline management, forecasting, and reporting

Job Requirements

7+ years of progressive frontline fundraising experience and demonstrated expertise in private sector resource development, with particular knowledge of and experience working with U.S.-based foundations
Proven track record of closing 6-7-figure grants from a dynamic portfolio of private institutional donors and prospects
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling proposals, pitches, and briefing materials, and to represent the organization confidently with external partners
Proven understanding of foundation and private-sector philanthropy, including planning and decision-making processes and key trends affecting the sector
Demonstrated ability to identify, assess and manage a foundation prospect pipeline, balancing new business development with stewardship of existing partners
Experience coordinating across multiple internal and external stakeholders, and leading complex, multi-partner relationships with diplomacy and influence
Track record of working toward ambitious revenue targets and performance indicators, including experience with forecasting, financial projections, reporting, and scenario planning
Strong people skills, including the ability to build positive, collaborative, and productive relationships with colleagues at all levels and across cultures; experience mentoring or managing others preferred
Experience managing and mentoring staff, including performance management, coaching, and professional development
Ability to translate organizational strategy and priorities into actionable fundraising and partnership plans
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and understand budget models to inform partnership discussions
Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential donor and organizational information
Demonstrated commitment to international development, human rights, social justice, and U.S. refugee and immigrant communities
Demonstrated experience with CRM platforms, Salesforce in particular.

Benefits

10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
medical insurance starting at $163 per month
dental starting at $6.50 per month
vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
disability & life insurance
Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles