Manager, 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 Manager, Foundation Relations is responsible for the operational and administrative infrastructure that enables the Foundation Relations team's fundraising success. This position plays a central role in prospect research, grants administration, data management, and stewardship coordination, ensuring smooth workflows and accurate tracking of all foundation activities. In addition to maintaining a small portfolio of funders, the Manager supports proposal and report development by conducting research; gathering programmatic and financial information from Museum colleagues; and drafting proposals, correspondence, and other materials. A key function is maintaining the team's systems and processes-including the grants calendar, prospect database, and documentation library-to support strategic decision-making by the Director and Associate Director. The Manager also coordinates logistics for foundation site visits and other cultivation activities, and liaises with Advancement Services on compliance, budget, and other financial or operational questions.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Prospect Research & Grants Administration

The expected salary range for the Manager, Foundation Relations is $67,000/annual - $72,000/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 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.