Foundation Relations Officer

Overview Auburn Advancement is excited to begin the search for a Foundation Relations Officer to join the Corporate and Foundation Relations team! This position plays a key role in advancing Auburn University’s philanthropic mission by building meaningful relationships with public and private foundation partners and securing critical support for university priorities and initiatives.   What You’ll Do: Build and Manage Foundation Relationships: Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with foundation donors and prospects through strategic research, outreach, peer reviews, and engagement opportunities. Partner with stakeholders across campus to align funding opportunities with Auburn’s priorities. Secure Philanthropic Support: Develop and present compelling proposals and funding opportunities to foundations through in-person meetings, presentations, and ongoing communication. Help secure increased philanthropic support that drives impact across the university. Steward and Engage Donors: Ensure foundations feel valued and connected to Auburn through thoughtful stewardship efforts, including personalized acknowledgements, regular updates, events, and engagement opportunities that highlight the impact of their support. Collaborate Across Campus: Serve as a central partner to colleges, schools, and units across Auburn University by coordinating foundation fundraising efforts and helping maximize engagement opportunities with corporate and foundation stakeholders. Drive Strategic Fundraising Efforts: Prepare reports, analyze fundraising data, develop proposals and campaigns related to funding priorities, and support strategic planning efforts that advance university goals and objectives.   Why You’ll Love It Here: Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly support Auburn University’s mission and help create opportunities that positively impact students, faculty, research, and programs across campus. Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values partnership, innovation, and shared success while working alongside passionate professionals dedicated to advancing Auburn. Purpose-Driven Work: Experience a role where relationship-building and strategic thinking come together to create meaningful philanthropic impact. Culture by Design: Thrive in an environment that champions professional growth, accountability, collaboration, and respect.   Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing O