Foundation Director jobs in Absaraka, ND

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)

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Assoc/Asst/Director of Trustee Relations
  • NDSU Foundation
  • Fargo, ND FULL_TIME
  • The North Dakota State University Foundation seeks mission-driven individuals interested in joining a growing team dedicated to connecting people, developing partnerships, teamwork, accountability, transparency, stewardship, communication, and service. The Foundation invites candidates for a Director of Trustee Relations, full-time exempt position. Position title will be dependent upon experience (Assistant, Associate, Director, Senior Director) and this individual will report directly to the Foundation President/CEO.
    Our team members enjoy a highly competitive total compensation package including company paid health insurance, a defined contribution account funded at 9.5%, generous paid time off, abundant professional development opportunities, plus elective dental and vision plans.
    This position is located in Fargo, ND and will be eligible for hybrid work following a period of onboarding.
    Will remain open until filled. To be considered, applicants must apply online through the NDSU Foundation employment site (https://www.ndsufoundation.com/employment) and include a cover letter and resume.
    Position Summary:
    The NDSU Foundation’s mission is to build enduring relationships to maximize advocacy and philanthropy in support of North Dakota State University. The Asst/Assoc/Director of Trustee Relations will innovate and implement personal engagement strategies for emeritus, current, and future Trustees to create a passionate and invested body of volunteers inspired to provide input and guidance to the Executive Governing Board, and to help share the NDSU story across the country.

    The Asst/Assoc/Director of Trustee Relations will work closely with the President/CEO and Executive Manager on strategy priorities and execution. he Asst/Assoc/Director of Trustee Relations will focus on generating the high level of personalized engagement which is needed to elevate Trustee involvement by creating customized opportunities, connections, and experiences for the pinnacle volunteer experience. The Asst/Assoc/Director of Trustee Relations will manage the volunteer relationship Trustees have with the Foundation, complementing development staff who manage the respective philanthropic relationship. Additionally, the Asst/Assoc/Director of Trustee Relations will facilitate outreach toward recruitment of new Trustees and develop a pipeline for leadership roles on committees and the Executive Governing Board, in partnership with the Nominating and Governance Committee.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Trustee Engagement
    • Build meaningful relationships with Trustees to determine how to best meet their needs as a volunteer and match it with the needs of the Foundation and NDSU.
    • Create opportunities for Trustees to engage with Foundation leadership and NDSU administrators, faculty, staff, and students in authentic ways.
    • Organize unique, hand crafted experiences for Trustees to engage with the Foundation, staff, benefactors and NDSU.
    • Steward Trustees through personalized outreach, storytelling, or other communication strategies.
    • Serve as the staff liaison to the Foundation’s Nominating and Governance Committee.
    2. Trustee Leadership Development
    • Identify and cultivate Trustees to serve in leadership roles on a Foundation committee or on the Executive Governing Board
    • Steward committee involvement
    • Assist with formal nomination processes for leadership roles.
    3. New Trustee Development
    • Assess skill gaps in knowledge, professional expertise, or leadership experience to identify recruitment needs.
    • Identify new referral sources and implement data mining to develop a diverse pool of potential nominees.
    • Develop and execute a multi-phase outreach plan to gauge skills and interest of potential nominees.
    • Assist with the formal nomination process.
    • Serve as a mentor for new Trustees and facilitate connections to other Trustees.
    4. Trustee Emeriti Engagement
    • Build personal relationships with Trustee Emeriti to maintain a connection with the Foundation and NDSU.
    • Create opportunities for Trustee Emeriti to engage with Foundation leadership and NDSU administrators, faculty, staff, and students in meaningful ways.
    • Organize unique, hand crafted experiences for Trustee Emeriti to engage with the Foundation, staff, benefactors and NDSU.
    • Steward Trustee Emeriti through personalized outreach, storytelling, or other communication strategies.
    5. Other duties as assigned

    Essential Functions:
    • Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities.
      • Efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
      • Maintain files accurately, in paper and in software programs
      • Maintain records and prepare reports
      • Handle multiple tasks simultaneously
      • Plan, prioritize and meet deadlines
    • Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization.
      • Interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, internal staff, University community and the public
    • Work cooperatively and effectively with others to identify and resolve problems and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
      • Maintain confidentiality of records and information
      • Display excellent judgment and decision making
      • Follow through on projects with little supervision
    • Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
    • Prompt and reliable attendance.
    • Demonstrate support of Foundation mission and beliefs.
    Minimum Qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s degree
    • Minimum of 4 years of related experience in working with non-profit volunteers, benefactor relationships and best practices in board governance
    • Proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office products
    • Excellent organizational and project management skills
    • Demonstrates a commitment to building connections and an inclusive community
    • Collaborative, creative, and strategic thinking with the ability to take initiative
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively, effectively and politely with diverse audiences
    • High level of integrity, dependability, and sound judgment
    • Excellent attention to details, professionalism, and a strong work ethic
    • Personal qualities of trustworthiness, openness, accessibility, kindness, flexibility, sincerity, and a sense of humor
    • Ability to relate comfortably with volunteers, donors, and potential volunteers, as well as faculty, staff, and administrators
    • Possesses an attitude of gratitude and an affinity for the work of volunteerism and philanthropy.
    • Willingness and ability to travel.
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Master’s or other advanced degree
    • Strong background in a higher education environment from an institutionally-related foundation setting
    • Proficiency with Raiser’s Edge/NXT or similar database programs
    • Experience with and a comprehensive understanding of fundraising principles and practices
    Physical and Mental Demands:
    Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet. Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office, determine what others have said or written, critical thinking and converse with others and exchange accurate information. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and within the community. May also include occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving objects. Occasionally required to move, raise, reach and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds.

    The position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities, duties, and requirements: but to describe the standard level of work being performed. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned or as required by the needs of the business. The NDSU Foundation reserves the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.
    The NDSU Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a U.S. veteran, or participation in lawful activity off the employer's premises, as applicable.
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Caring Foundation Intern - Fall 2024
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Fargo, ND INTERN
  • All about us You likely know us as an insurance company, but that’s just a portion of what we do. Hundreds of thousands of North Dakotans trust us to provide them with personalized service and unmatch...
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Salesforce Administrator
  • NDSU Foundation
  • Fargo, ND FULL_TIME
  • The North Dakota State University Foundation seeks mission-driven individuals interested in joining a growing team dedicated to connecting people, developing partnerships, teamwork, accountability, tr...
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Area Representative
  • PanAtlantic foundation
  • Webster, SD PART_TIME,CONTRACTOR
  • Job DescriptionJob SummaryNOT A MLMAt Pan Atlantic Foundation we bring the world to your community through international high school exchange. Our desire is to increase cultural understanding for the ...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Repositor
  • Foundation Building Materials
  • Fargo, ND FULL_TIME
  • Foundation Building Materials (FBM) es un distribuidor líder de materiales de construcción en Norte América concentrado en cubrir y superar las necesidades de la industria de la construcción local con...
  • 20 Days Ago
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Conductores con Licencia de Vehículos Comerciales
  • Foundation Building Materials
  • Fargo, ND FULL_TIME
  • Foundation Building Materials (FBM) es un distribuidor líder de materiales de construcción en Norte América concentrado en cubrir y superar las necesidades de la industria de la construcción local con...
  • 21 Days Ago
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Director Health Information Management
  • Novia Solutions, Inc.
  • Fargo, ND
  • POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for directing and overseeing all functions of the Health Information Management Department,...
  • 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Finance Director
  • Spherion
  • West Fargo, ND
  • Spherion Staffing is looking for a Finance Director to provide management of accounting, debt/treasury management, speci...
  • 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
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VP Customer Experience
  • Noridiansolutions
  • Fargo, ND
  • ** VP Customer Experience** **Job Category****:** Directors / Managers **Requisition Number****:** VPCUS003081 Showing 1...
  • 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Finance Director
  • City of West Fargo, ND
  • West Fargo, ND
  • Salary: $122,499.00 - $153,124.00 Annually Location : West Fargo City Hall Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 00125 Departm...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director Health Information Management
  • Novia Solutions Inc.
  • Fargo, ND
  • POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for directing and overseeing all functions of the Health Information Management Department,...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Salesforce Engagement Director - Remote
  • Perficient
  • Fargo, ND
  • Job Description We currently have a career opportunity for a Salesforce Engagement Director to join our summit level Sal...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Area Director
  • Flynn Group
  • Fargo, ND
  • Join our Premier Flynn Group - Pizza Hut team as an Area Director, overseeing either the Fargo, ND, or Rapid City, SD ar...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Med/Surg
  • Essentia Health
  • Fargo, ND
  • Job Description: Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to mak...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Absaraka, North Dakota

Absaraka is an unincorporated community in central Cass County, North Dakota, United States. It lies northwest of the city of Fargo, the county seat of Cass County. Its elevation is 1,070 feet (326 m), and it is located at 46°58′41″N 97°23′40″W / 46.97806°N 97.39444°W / 46.97806; -97.39444 (46.9780313, -97.3945341)....
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What does a Foundation Director do?

Foundation Director in Gainesville, FL
The foundation director reports to the organization's board of directors and coordinates things such as overall strategy, program development and the hiring of employees and volunteers.
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Foundation Director in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The director works closely with members of the board of directors, keeping them informed of developments at the organization and seeking their input and approval for programs and policies.
February 14, 2020
Foundation Director in Huntington, NY
The foundation director reports to the board of directors.
December 24, 2019