Aggressively seeks and identifies new corporate/foundation funding sources. Develops relationships accordingly, convincingly conveys the importance of the Institutes mission, vision and values and implements strategies to convert prospects to donors. Manages departmental budget, staffs the department effectively and directs the day-to-day- departmental priorities and oversees current structured fund-raising, gift processing and stewardship programs. Ensures that staff is knowledgeable of programs and interpret them effectively to constituencies.