Institutional Giving Manager Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Job Description Career Opportunity Housing for New Hope is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Relationships and Giving to lead the organization's philanthropic strategy and cultivate the relationships. This leader will serve as Housing for New Hope's chief fundraising strategist, partnering closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, leadership team, donors, foundations, corporations, faith communities, and civic partners to secure the philanthropic investments needed to expand supportive housing, develop affordable housing, and strengthen opportunities for individuals and families to thrive. Mission: To prevent and end homelessness one valuable person at a time.

Reporting Structure: The Director of Relationships and Giving reports to the Executive Director. They currently supervise the Grants Coordinator and will help launch and supervise a new Manager of Annual Giving and Communications position. Budget: Housing for New Hope has an annual budget of around $4 million of which $800,000 is philanthropic.

Salary: The salary is commensurate with experience, and the salary range is $90,000 to $100,000. Working Location: This position will work out of the main office at 18 W Colony Pl Ste 250, Durham, NC 27705 and offers the option of two remote day a week. Key Responsibilities of the Director of Relationships and Giving The Director of Relationships and Giving will lead the organization's fundraising strategy while building meaningful relationships with individuals, foundations, corporations, faith communities, and civic leaders who share a commitment to expanding affordable housing, strengthening supportive housing, and creating pathways to lasting stability.

This is an opportunity for a relationship-centered leader who enjoys connecting people with purpose, translating vision into investment, and helping a growing organization reach its next level of impact. Provide Strategic Leadership Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy. Partner with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and Leadership Team to achieve annual and long-term philanthropic goals.

Foster a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization. Develop fundraising goals, dashboards, and performance measures that support strategic decision-making. Build Transformational Relationships Personally manage a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects.

Cultivate, solicit, and steward significant philanthropic investments. Partner with the Executive Director and Board members in relationship development and donor engagement. Expand planned giving and other long-term philanthropic opportunities.

Develop and implement special capital and capacity campaigns that support the strategic vision. Lead Foundation and Institutional Giving Develop strategies to strengthen existing foundation relationships while identifying new funding opportunities. Ensure institutional funding aligns with organizational priorities and strategic vision.

Cultivate relationships with foundation leaders and institutional partners. Develop Strategic Community Partnerships Build relationships with business leaders, faith communities, healthcare systems, universities, civic organizations, and public-sector partners. Represent Housing for New Hope throughout the community as an ambassador and relationship builder.

Identify innovative partnerships that advance Housing for New Hope's mission and long-term vision. Provide Organizational and Team Leadership Provide organizational leadership that supports strategy, collaboration, accountability, philanthropy, and mission impact. Serve as an active member of the leadership team and help advance Housing for New Hope's strategic priorities.

Launch, onboard, and supervise the new Manager of Annual Giving and Communications position. Supervise the Grants Coordinator and support coordination across fundraising, communications, and stewardship. Serve as staff liaison to the Board's Relationships and Giving Committee.

Coach and develop a collaborative, high-performing team. The Ideal Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be an experienced relationship builder who combines strategic thinking with genuine curiosity about people and a passion for community impact. They will bring: A commitment to Housing for New Hope's mission, values, and Vision 2032.

Demonstrated success securing major gifts ($5,000+) and building long-term philanthropic relationships. Experience developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies. Success working with individual donors, foundations, corporations, and community partners.

Experience managing grants and supporting effective grant reporting and stewardship. Expertise with capital campaigns and planned giving is favored. Experience supervising staff while fostering collaboration, growth, and accountability.

Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. The ability to inspire confidence among donors, board members, volunteers, and community leaders. Strong organizational and project management skills with an eye toward both strategy and execution.

A collaborative leadership style marked by humility, integrity, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning. Experience in affordable housing, supportive housing, human services, community development, or related fields is welcomed but not required. About Housing for New Hope At Housing for New Hope, we believe ending homelessness begins with relationships.

Relationships between neighbors. Relationships built on trust. Relationships that inspire generosity, partnership, and lasting change.

As Housing for New Hope looks toward Vision 2032, we are building more than programs-we are helping build a community where every person has access to safe, affordable housing and the support needed to thrive. Achieving that vision will require transformational philanthropy, deep community partnerships, and leaders who can inspire others to invest in a better future. Guided by Vision 2032, Housing for New Hope is pursuing an ambitious future through three complementary strategies: Campus-Based Supportive Housing Community-Based Supportive Housing Affordable Housing These strategies are strengthened through Supportive Pathways-our holistic framework recognizing that lasting housing stability is built through housing, mental health and emotional wellness, substance use recovery supports, employment and job readiness, life skills development, and relationships and community belonging.

Want to know more. Visit https://housingfornewhope.org/. Benefits Housing for New Hope takes a holistic approach to its support team members by offering a competitive salary; paying 85% of employees' premiums for medical, dental, and vision, insurance; a 5% match contribution for our retirement plan; 24 days of PTO each year; and a flexible schedule

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