A Corporate Development Manager helps develop, manage and analyze corporate development through mergers and acquisitions or strategic alliances. Leads research, cost/benefit analyses of mergers, and communicates results to stakeholders. Includes developing and maintaining professional relationships, marketing the proposed changes and assisting in transitions.
Syracuse Management & Professional Full-time Opening on: Jul 24 2026 Upstate Foundation Research Foundation Project Staff Assistant, E99 90508 N/A
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Job Summary:
SUNY Upstate Foundation is in search of a highly motivated Development Director to join the Upstate Foundation Development Team , fundraising for Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital in partnership with Children's Miracle Network . This role works to increase retail/corporate giving, including specific and measurable targets regarding fundraising goals, prospect management, personal contacts, stewardship activities, and solicitations.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a portfolio of assigned retail/corporate prospects, works with corporate CEOs, store managers, community liaisons and employees to coordinate fundraising activities. Ensure appropriate brand messaging, and generate support of employees. Work with retail representatives from Children's Miracle Network to implement National Partner Programs. Applies for grants from Corporate Foundations as necessary. Screens third party fundraisers and provides advice and assistance to third party events. Facilitates a culture conducive to increased private giving, including a positive representation of the Foundation with Upstate personnel, donors, prospects, and community organizations. Oversee signature Children's Miracle Network Programs (Radiothon for Kids and Direct Mail) and Miracle Family Program.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree and 2 years of relevant Development or Retail/Business experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Excellent communication, presentation, collaboration, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills required. Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle to travel within NY State is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven record of success in the solicitation of gifts and working with volunteers preferred.
Work Days:
Monday - Friday, 8:30-4:30. Some Evenings and Weekends. Message to
Applicants:
Salary Range:
$75,000 - $85,000, DOE Why Join Research Foundation.pdf
Recruitment Office:
Human Resources We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.
