Foundation Relations Officer – Center for Constitutional Rights | Salary up to $145,520

Organization: Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR)
Position: Foundation Relations Officer
Location: New York, USA (Hybrid or Remote by Exception)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $122,888–$145,520 per year
Required Experience: 7–15+ years
Application Deadline: November 12, 2026
Application Status: Open

About the Opportunity

The Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR) is seeking an experienced Foundation Relations Officer to manage and strengthen its institutional fundraising programme.

The successful candidate will play a central role in securing foundation funding to support the organization's legal advocacy, litigation, strategic communications, and social justice initiatives.

Working under the direction of the Director of Development, the Foundation Relations Officer will oversee foundation relationships, research funding opportunities, develop grant proposals and reports, and coordinate fundraising strategies across departments.

This opportunity is particularly suitable for an experienced institutional fundraising professional who is passionate about human rights, social justice, and supporting communities affected by systemic oppression.

About the Center for Constitutional Rights

Founded in 1966, the Center for Constitutional Rights is a nonprofit legal and advocacy organization that works alongside communities facing threats to their fundamental rights.

The organization uses litigation, advocacy, and strategic communications to challenge oppressive systems and advance justice and liberation.

Its work addresses issues including structural racism, gender oppression, economic inequality, and governmental overreach.

CCR collaborates with systems-impacted communities and social movements to develop legal, policy, and cultural interventions that promote dignity, justice, and fundamental rights.

Through strategic communications and public advocacy, the organization also works to challenge narratives that normalize injustice and build public support for its mission.

Position Overview

The Foundation Relations Officer will be responsible for managing CCR's foundation fundraising programme, including:

• Researching and identifying prospective foundation funders.

• Developing and submitting grant proposals and funding reports.

• Cultivating and maintaining relationships with foundation donors.

• Coordinating foundation stewardship activities.

• Managing grant administration, documentation, and compliance.

• Working with programme staff to develop funding priorities.

• Collaborating with finance and development teams on budgets and fundraising projections.

The position reports to the Director of Development and requires close collaboration with the grant writer, programme staff, finance team, management, and other organizational departments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Grant Writing and Reporting

• Collaborate with the grant writer to prepare and submit grant proposals, reports, updates, and stewardship communications on time.

• Work with programme staff to maintain accurate and current information about cases, programmes, and projects for fundraising materials.

• Provide copies of foundation proposals and reports to relevant departments, management, and programme staff when requested.

• Collaborate with the Director of Development on the content and strategy of proposals and reports for grants exceeding $100,000 and for new foundation funders.

2. Foundation Relationship Management

• Develop and implement a written strategy for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, and soliciting new foundation prospects.

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing foundation funders.

• Develop annual work plans covering foundation cultivation and stewardship.

• Prepare lists of target foundations for the Director of Development, Development Committee, and Board to support outreach and relationship-building.

• Track requests for foundation meetings and coordinate meeting arrangements.

• Provide background information about funders to meeting participants.

3. Grant Administration and Compliance

• Maintain grant deadlines in the organization's database and Google documents.

• Review grant award letters and agreements for reporting requirements and compliance obligations.

• Ensure grant agreements and award letters are provided to the finance team.

• Send donor acknowledgment and thank-you letters after grants are received.

• Maintain electronic and paper foundation documentation in accordance with internal policies and IRS regulations.

• Monitor reporting deadlines and ensure grant administration requirements are fulfilled.

4. Budgeting and Financial Coordination

• Work closely with the finance team to obtain timely budget information for grant proposals and reports.

• Provide timely notice to finance regarding financial information required for funding applications.

• Collaborate with the Director of Development to project foundation income for organizational budgets and Board reports.

5. Organizational Collaboration and Professional Development

• nd institutional fundraising.

• Participate in relevant training and professional development opportunities.

• Assist with other development projects, including publications, fundraising appeals, and donor stewardship materials.

• Support organizational events and participate in departmental and organization-wide planning activities.

• Serve on organizational committees and undertake other related responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Development.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate the following qualifications and professional experience:

• Minimum of seven years of development experience, including at least five years of institutional fundraising experience.

• Experience working with Raiser’s Edge is preferred.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Outstanding written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong digital skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Google applications.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Professionalism, initiative, integrity, and personal responsibility.

• Ability to remain composed under pressure and exercise sound judgment.

• Multicultural competence and the ability to work effectively across differences.

• Comfort working in a progressive legal and advocacy environment.

• A strong commitment to the mission of the Center for Constitutional Rights.

Ideal Candidate Profile

CCR is looking for a fundraising professional who can combine strong grant management expertise with a commitment to social justice.

The ideal candidate will be able to manage complex funding relationships, coordinate across departments, develop compelling funding proposals, and identify opportunities to strengthen the organization's financial sustainability.

Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues and communities advancing human rights and challenging systemic oppression.

Salary and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $122,888–$145,520

• Stay informed about trends in foundation giving a, depending on experience and subject to the applicable union collective bargaining agreement.

The position is intended for candidates with approximately 7–15+ years of relevant professional experience.

Benefits Package

Eligible employees will receive:

• 100% organization-paid health benefits.

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Short-term disability insurance.

• Long-term disability insurance.

• Employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan.

• Flexible Spending Account.

• Paid vacation.

• Paid sick leave.

• Paid holidays.

Work Location and Arrangement

The position is based in New York, USA.

The organization prefers employees to work in the office approximately one to two days per week.

However, fully remote work may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants interested in remote employment should confirm whether their location and circumstances qualify for this arrangement.

Application Deadline

November 12, 2026

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit an online application through the Center for Constitutional Rights' recruitment form.

Required Application Materials

• Resume.

• Cover letter.

Applications should clearly demonstrate the candidate's relevant development experience, institutional fundraising expertise, and commitment to the organization's mission.

Official application portal: https://ccrjustice.wufoo.com/forms/foundation-relations-officer/

The organization requests that applicants do not make phone calls regarding the position.

Last updated: October 13, 2026.