Director of Foundation Partnerships

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director of Foundation Partnerships in Canada.

This senior development role sits at the intersection of fundraising strategy, relationship management, and mission-driven impact, focused on securing and expanding high-value foundation partnerships. You will lead efforts to drive significant philanthropic revenue by cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships with institutional funders. Operating in a fully remote environment, you will oversee a portfolio of strategic donors while developing compelling grant narratives that translate organizational programs into fundable opportunities. The role requires both strategic leadership and hands-on execution, from pipeline development to proposal writing and donor engagement. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align funding strategies with programmatic priorities and long-term growth goals. This is a high-impact position where your work directly supports large-scale social outcomes and organizational sustainability.

In this role, you will be responsible for driving foundation fundraising strategy and securing six- to seven-figure partnerships in support of multi-million-dollar annual revenue goals. You will identify, cultivate, and manage a robust pipeline of prospective foundation donors while leading the end-to-end grant process, including research, proposal development, submission, and reporting. You will also steward existing relationships to maximize long-term engagement and funding impact. In addition, you will supervise and guide a small team supporting grant writing and partnership development activities, ensuring alignment, quality, and performance across deliverables.

• Secure and grow six- to seven-figure foundation partnerships supporting ~$7M+ annual revenue goals
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of foundation prospects through research, qualification, and cultivation
• Lead development of grant proposals ($100K–$2M+) and donor-facing materials in collaboration with internal teams
• Prepare grant reports and ensure compliance with donor requirements and funding agreements
• Cultivate, steward, and retain foundation partners through tailored engagement strategies
• Supervise and support foundation partnership team members, ensuring effective execution of grant and outreach activities
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (program, finance, communications) to align funding strategies and priorities

Requirements

This role requires strong experience in foundation relations, grant writing, and revenue generation within nonprofit or mission-driven environments. You should have a proven track record of securing high-value philanthropic partnerships and managing complex donor portfolios. Strong writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with the ability to work across cross-functional teams in a strategic yet hands-on capacity. Leadership experience is important, as the role includes supervising team members and guiding fundraising execution.

• 5–7 years of experience in foundation relations, grant writing, fundraising, or account management
• Proven success in meeting revenue or fundraising targets, including six- to seven-figure gifts
• Strong experience developing grant proposals, donor reports, and fundraising narratives
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Experience using CRM systems and donor research tools
• Strong financial awareness and ability to manage budgets and funding pipelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience in nonprofit sectors such as veterans, housing, or basic needs is a plus

Benefits

• Remote-first work environment
• Opportunity to lead high-impact, mission-driven fundraising initiatives
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and large-scale philanthropic partnerships
• Leadership responsibility with team management scope
• Competitive annual salary ($95,000–$110,000)
• Meaningful work supporting social impact and community-focused programs
• Collaborative and cross-functional organizational culture