Sr. Manager, Foundations & Grants (Remote)

The physical location for the candidate selected must be within the contiguous United States.  

WHO WE ARE

Susan G. Komen brings a 100% virtual working environment, and you can work anywhere within the U.S. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way by funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S.  Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach and public policy initiatives to have the biggest impact against this disease.

Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment, and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others!  We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization.  It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!

What you will be doing in the role of a Sr. Manager - Foundations & Grants

The Sr. Manager, Foundations & Grants serves as a key member of the National Major Gift and Planned Giving fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will be responsible for the cultivation, stewardship, and growth of a comprehensive portfolio of foundation partners, focusing on identifying new funding opportunities, retaining and growing existing relationships, and securing significant grant revenue to support Komen’s mission. You will manage the full grant lifecycle, including research, proposal development, submission, and reporting, while collaborating with internal teams to align funding priorities and demonstrate programmatic impact. Additionally, you will cultivate relationships with foundation program officers and stakeholders, providing an authentic and meaningful experience that fosters long-term partnerships. This position will report to the Vice President, Major Gifts & Planned Giving and will work closely with program, finance, and leadership teams. This is a fully remote position.

What you will bring to the table 

• Serve as the relationship manager for a portfolio of foundation donors and prospects, cultivating high-value partnerships.
• Work closely with the Vice President of Major Gifts & Planned Giving to support and expand an existing portfolio of institutional funders through prospect research.
• Build and sustain meaningful, long-term relationships with foundations by facilitating consistent, impactful communication and stewardship.
• Assist in including funders at Komen engagement events and look for opportunities to deepen relationships with current and prospective donors.
• Collaborate with staff in markets and assist as needed on an opportunity team for foundations in their portfolios.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive plan to research, apply for, track, secure, and fulfill foundation and institutional fundraising grants.
• Serve as the lead on foundation grant proposals, preparing and submitting high-quality applications, letters of inquiry, and reports that align with funder priorities.
• Research and advise on strategies to motivate significant gifts that align with funding opportunities to support Komen’s mission and programs.
• Ensure compliance with grant agreements, tracking objectives, deliverables, and reporting deadlines.
• Monitor trends and opportunities in the philanthropic landscape to position Komen’s unique value proposition effectively.
• Resident expert in grants and thought partner for staff on opportunities in other portfolios. Assist as needed to Komen is optimizing every opportunity.
• Collaborate with the Development, Mission, Operations, and Finance teams to track revenue, support accurate budgeting, and ensure alignment with grant requirements.
• Partner with internal teams to provide timely and accurate financial reporting for funders, ensuring accountability and transparency.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the department’s annual fundraising strategy and goals.
• Collaborate on the creation and refinement of departmental policies, procedures, and workflows to streamline fundraising operations.
• Maintain accurate donor and grant records in Salesforce and other systems, ensuring efficient tracking and reporting.

We know you will have and be able to

• Bachelor’s degree required and 5+ years of progressive experience specifically in foundation relations, grant writing, major gifts, or institutional fundraising. Experience in a national organization ($50M+ annual budget) preferred.
• Proven success in securing 6 and 7figure foundation gifts and managing a portfolio of private and family foundations.
• Proficiency with donor databases, preferably Salesforce.
• Strong technical skills with expertise in Outlook, Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams. 
• Experience with Asana, Gravyty, FreeWill, or other platforms is a plus, with the ability to train and coach others.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and detail-orientation skills to manage donor caseloads and maintain accurate relationship documentation.
• Ability to analyze and integrate information from relevant sources to inform decision-making.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated expertise in crafting compelling proposals and reports.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, including relationship-building and communication with diverse groups of people in-person, on video, over the phone, and via email, with tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Intrinsically motivated, able to work autonomously in a remote environment.
• Outcome-driven with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Strong relationship-building skills to engage, influence, and inspire funders and stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with a results-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• High emotional intelligence and a commitment to building authentic, meaningful relationships.
• Remains composed under stress, handles criticism tactfully, and delivers on organizational commitments.
• Models and fosters behavior consistent with the beliefs, values, goals, and objectives of Susan G. Komen.
• Ability to travel up to 25%. 

We would love it if you also have and are able to

• CFRE preferred.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• History of an annual revenue responsibility/fundraising exceeding $1M+.

So, what's in it for you?

Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures.  This is what Komen provides away from the computer: 

• Approximate salary of $74,000 - 100,000; exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience and geographic location.
• Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan
• Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
• Bi-weekly work from home stipend
• Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• A culture of learning and development
• And so much more!

Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department. 

Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all its employment practices for people without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Additionally, we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective, and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.