Director of Foundation Relations, American Indian College Fund

Title: Director of Foundation Relations, American Indian College Fund
Deadline: Position open until filled.

Website: www.collegefund.org <http://www.collegefund.org/>



The American Indian College Fund (the Fund), a national, non-profit
organization headquartered in Denver, Colorado, is seeking a Director of
Foundation Relations. Created in 1989 to support the nation's tribal
colleges, the American Indian College Fund transforms Indian higher
education by funding and creating awareness of the unique,
community-based accredited Tribal Colleges and Universities, offering
students access to knowledge, skills, and cultural values which enhance
their communities and the country as a whole.



This position is responsible for raising a specified amount each year
from foundation donors.  Direct the design and creation of strategies,
proposals and materials to prospect for and approach new and continuing
sources.  Oversee all aspects of internal and external communications.
Direct and oversee all activities of foundations fundraising staff.


Responsibilities Include:


*       Formulate strategies, develop and implement annual plans to
raise funds for scholarships, endowments, general operating support and
program grants from new, current and lapsed donors.  These sources are
primarily from independent, private foundations, and include funders
such as family foundations, trusts and donor advised funds.



*       Direct and oversee department activities and plans for
foundations fundraising staff.  Analyzes interim project activity and
financial reports to determine compliance, progress, and potential
challenges.  Recommends and tracks corrective action with project
grants.

Friday, December 4, 2009