Director, Strategic Partnerships & Growth

Job description

Michigan Central is where founders, industry, researchers, and government come together to test, build, and scale technologies that will define the future of how we build and move in the future. In this position... The Director, Strategic Partnerships & Growth will build and manage Michigan Central's external funding relationships across corporate, philanthropic, and individual major giving channels. This is a frontline role with decision-makers at foundations, corporations, and civic institutions. It will also require building out a fundraising strategy. The position reports directly to the Director of Growth and works closely with senior leadership across Michigan Central and the broader ecosystem of partners. This position is onsite 5 days per week in Detroit, MI. What you'll do... Capital Strategy & Revenue Generation: External Strategy, Positioning & Civic Partnerships - Develop and execute a multi-year capital strategy focused on philanthropic, corporate civic, and mission-aligned private giving, with a deliberate emphasis on national funders. - Build and manage a robust pipeline of prospects; lead all stages from cultivation to close to stewardship. - Set annual revenue targ...