Assistant Vice President of Corporate and Foundation Relations

Job Description

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.


Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation's "Great Colleges to Work For". Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country's largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.


What We're Looking For

The Assistant Vice President for Corporate and Foundation Relations reports to the Senior Associate Vice President for Advancement and will play a leading role in increasing private philanthropy to the university from corporations and foundations. The Assistant Vice President will be a strategist, relationship manager and leader with the proven ability to seek and secure philanthropic support from local, national, and international corporations and foundations to advance Baylor's key initiatives.

A bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience are required. A master's degree and eight years of relevant experience are preferred.

A valid US Driver License with a clear driving record of at least two years is required.


Must be able to travel outside of the state of Texas.


Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

• Establish and manage annual goals for the Corporate and Foundation Relations program and individual team members
• Develop and manage a portfolio of top prospects through substantive interactions
• Engage in qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and securing both corporate and foundation gifts
• Manage the development of highly competitive proposals while monitoring proposal deadlines and proposal submissions
• Coordinate with the Office of the Vice President for Research to ensure seamless donor relations and recording of philanthropic support
• Collaborate with university partners to develop and strengthen a holistic approach to corporate and foundation relationships that yields successful funding outcomes
• Create and implement a proactive plan to build and enhance partnerships with the largest and most strategically aligned corporations and foundations worldwide
• Identify corporations and foundations and trends that can lead to larger philanthropic commitments in support of Baylor's key initiatives
• Develop a broad and deep understanding of current fundraising priorities across campus
• Develop new relationships with appropriate corporate and foundation leaders, program officers and other networked individuals to position Baylor for philanthropic opportunities
• Provide strategic support and collaboration to colleagues across campus including deans and faculty members for connections with existing corporate and foundation partners
• Track and inform leadership of new trends in corporate and foundation giving
• Design, implement, and maintain a high-quality stewardship program for corporations and foundations
• Manage the Corporate and Foundation Relations team providing vision, direction, support and accountability to achieve increasing levels of success year over year in productivity and activity metrics
• Provide guidance and mentoring to staff to ensure professional development and career enhancement
• Build identity and awareness for corporate and foundation relations among Baylor leadership, deans and faculty
• Effective use of CRM and databases to expand a viable prospect pool finding collaborative opportunities with fundraising staff
• Attend relevant events and gatherings, internal as well as external to Baylor, to enhance Baylor's position in securing philanthropic support
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.