• Foundation Relations Officer

    Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Cambridge, MA)


    Foundation Relations Officer

     

    + Job Number: 25194

    + Functional Area: Development/Fundraising

    + Department: Office of Foundation Relations

    + School Area: VP for Resource Development

    + Pay Range Minimum: $77,500

    + Pay Range Maximum: $105,100

    + Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

    + Employment Category: Exempt

    + Visa Sponsorship Available: No

    + Schedule:

    + Pay Grade: 8

     

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    Posting Description

    FOUNDATION RELATIONS OFFICER, Office of Foundation Relations (OFR)(Two openings), to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of private foundations and philanthropic entities with the goal of securing gifts at the $100K+ level; work in close partnership with OFR leadership, along with faculty, administrative staff, and other development colleagues across campus, to implement and advance foundation fundraising strategies in alignment with MIT’s priorities; manage a portfolio of foundation prospects; develop subject-matter knowledge in assigned areas; and contribute to proposal development, prospect research, and stewardship activities.

    Job Requirements

    REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree; minimum of 2 years relevant experience in fundraising, preferably in a research, higher education, or other complex environment; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively for a variety of audiences; ability to understand and communicate academic or technical content to a variety of audiences; demonstrated project management skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment; and discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information and sensitive communications. PREFERRED: Experience with private foundations/philanthropic organizations; familiarity with fundraising databases, prospect research method and tools, and standard office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.); and master’s or other advanced degree.

     

    This is a hybrid position with a combination of on-campus and remote work.

     

    Must be willing and able to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends.

     

    9/11/2025