Vice President, Corporate & Foundation Partnerships

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Project HOPE

Vice President, Corporate & Foundation Partnerships

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – strongly preferred) or Remote (select U.S. states)
Organization: Project HOPE
Salary: Starting at $176,000 USD/year

About Project HOPE

Project HOPE is a global health and humanitarian NGO operating in over 25 countries. For more than 60 years, the organization has delivered more than $3 billion in medicines and supplies, built sustainable health programs, and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.

Role Summary

Project HOPE seeks a Vice President, Corporate & Foundation Partnerships to lead and scale its portfolio of corporate and foundation donors. Reporting to the Chief Development & Communications Officer, this executive role will be responsible for driving a revenue growth strategy to expand current $20M funding to $30M over three years—including a significant increase in unrestricted revenue. The successful candidate will be a proven business developer with strong C-suite networks and leadership experience.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

  • Set and execute a multi-year growth plan for private sector and foundation partnerships

  • Oversee a $20M+ portfolio and manage four direct reports

  • Drive change management and champion brand elevation

  • Represent Project HOPE at industry events, conferences, and speaking engagements

New Business Development

  • Develop a robust pipeline of new corporate and foundation partners

  • Leverage existing high-value networks to secure seven-figure partnerships

  • Increase unrestricted core mission funding from $1M to $3M over 3 years

Partnership Management

  • Cultivate and expand existing donor relationships

  • Guide engagement strategies including site visits, corporate summits, and field exposure

Brand Stewardship

  • Ensure consistent and compelling brand presentation in pitches and communications

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to align mission with partner objectives

Innovation & New Channels

  • Explore new revenue streams and partnership models to meet ambitious growth targets

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required

  • 15–20+ years of relevant experience in nonprofit fundraising, business development, or partnerships

  • Proven success in securing high-value corporate and foundation funding

  • Strong leadership, strategic planning, and team-building skills

  • Experience with cause marketing, pitch development, and senior stakeholder engagement

  • Willingness to travel up to 30–40%

Work Conditions

  • Hybrid role based in DC preferred; remote eligible in specific U.S. states

  • International travel required periodically

  • Office and field deployment conditions may vary, including austere environments

Compensation & Benefits

  • Starting salary: $176,000+ (commensurate with experience and location)

  • Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 403(b), generous paid leave, and more

  • For details: Project HOPE Benefits

To apply for this job please visit projecthope.csod.com.

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