Senior Associate, Partnerships and Philanthropy

The role

The Senior Associate, Partnerships and Philanthropy supports the fundraising team by managing grant processes, donor collateral, and fundraising pipelines. This role involves data management, research, and coordinating donor events to advance the organization's mission.

What you will do

• Manage foundation and philanthropic grant processes including tracking deadlines and submitting proposals and reports
• Access and manage online grant portals
• Support proposal development, fundraising decks, and written materials
• Troubleshoot submission issues with foundation staff
• Engage cross-functionally with internal teams for grant inputs
• Maintain grant calendars, deliverables trackers, and documentation
• Assist with gift processing, acknowledgments, and stewardship coordination
• Manage the fundraising pipeline for select priorities in the CRM
• Conduct research on individuals, foundations, and family offices
• Manage an active calendar of donor and prospect events

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3-6 years of relevant experience in fundraising, advancement, consulting, finance, marketing, or nonprofit operations
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Strong quantitative skills and familiarity with business, finance, and fundraising principles
• Exceptional presentation and PowerPoint skills
• Experience with CRM systems
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Hands-on experience using AI tools to improve efficiency and quality
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain discretion and handle sensitive information

Nice to have

• grants management experience
• experience with grant or proposal writing

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care coverage: medical, dental and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• access to Blue Cross Blue Shield Wellness Program “AHealthyMe Rewards”
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Short-term, long-term and life insurance policies
• Commuter benefits and cell phone reimbursements
• Dedicated budgets for team building and employee recognition
• Annual budget for external professional development opportunities
• Mentorship and onboarding programs
• Paid vacation and paid holidays (with 12/24-1/1 off every year)
• Paid parental leave

Before you apply

• Applicants must be permanently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• To be in-person at a Social Finance office, client location or Social Finance-sponsored event, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including receiving a booster shot

About the company

Social Finance is a national nonprofit and registered investment adviser expanding economic opportunity in America. They bring government, philanthropy, and business leaders together to improve systems and put capital to work in new ways.