Associate Director, Foundation Relations

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.

The Associate Director, Foundation Relations plays a key role in advancing the American Museum of Natural History's foundation fundraising, contributing leadership and strategic direction to grow beyond the team's current portfolio of funders. This position requires an astute and resourceful professional with exceptional writing and project management skills, capable of managing a significant portfolio of foundation donors and prospects. A core function is to serve as a strategic partner to the Director, Foundation Relations, helping to shape funding strategies for the Museum's existing and prospective portfolio of foundations funders.

The Associate Director acts as a key internal advisor to Museum colleagues, including in Science, Education, and Exhibitions, by brainstorming funding ideas and developing compelling proposals, reports, and budgets. A key responsibility involves actively identifying new foundation prospects and facilitating dialogue between funders and Museum program staff to build relationships, orchestrate site visits, and advance solicitation strategies. Additionally, this role will contribute to team effectiveness by leveraging a deep understanding of grants management systems to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Strategy & Portfolio Management

The expected salary range for the Associate Director, Foundation Relations is $95,000/annual - $115,000/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.