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Director of Philanthropy Major Campaign Gifts

St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center Phoenix, Arizona
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The posted compensation range of $49.20 - $71.34 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-376545 Employment Type Full Time Department Philanthropy / Foundation Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday-Friday (8:00am-5:00pm) Remote No Category Management
Overview

Hello humankindness Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix ArizonaSt. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy St. Josephs was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later St. Josephs remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care medical education and research. St. Josephs includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute Norton Thoracic Institute Cancer Center at St. Josephs Ivy Brain Tumor Center and St. Josephs Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics neuro-rehabilitation orthopedics and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Josephs among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition St. Josephs boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Josephs and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Childrens Hospital.St. Josephs is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizonas healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizonas Most Admired Companies.Look for us on Facebookand follow us on Twitter.For the health of our community ... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus.


Responsibilities

We are in need an experienced, take charge Director of Philanthropy, Major Gifts to serve as a member of the Barrow Neurological Foundation development staff.  You will be responsible for growing and
maintaining a comprehensive major gifts program focused on attracting gifts in excess of $10,000 (or the defined major gift threshold). The Manager builds strong relationships with major giving donors and
prospects, and actively develops a major giving pipeline of larger gifts and increased revenue.

You must be a highly energetic professional with a track record of building effective donor relationships.  Demonstrated ability to develop strong personal relationships with donors, enabling these donors to
achieve their philanthropic goals and align them with the goals of internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute. The Director of Philanthropy, Major Gifts should also have a passion for non-profit organizations, and experience with aligning their individual and team efforts with the mission of the organization.  Reports to our Senior Director of Philanthropy, Major Gifts.


Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

  • Responsible for successfully managing a portfolio of 100 individual and foundation donors and prospects.
  • Secure major gifts of $10,000 or more, with a focus on six figure+ gifts.
  • Cultivate new prospects through the creation of effective donor management strategies.
  • Effectively move a portfolio of prospects through the complete giving cycle of validation, engagement, cultivation, solicitation, gift negotiation and stewardship.
  • Ability to utilize a CRM system to track and cultivate donors and prospects.
  • Manage the ongoing relationship and stewardship of major donors including the proper execution of pledge programs, reporting and tracking of progress towards the donor’s intent.
  • Integrate with physicians and researchers at BNI to both understand critical funding needs and, in turn, translate those needs into compelling narratives that attract the proper funding.
  • Lead in the creation of proposals and grants for prospect meetings and solicitations.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines in fast-paced environment, while maintaining strict attention to detail.
  • Proficient in discussing legacy giving or estate planning with donors.

Key Competencies

  • Superior strategic and analytic thinking ability, along with strong creative problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms.
  • Experience working effectively with Board members, volunteers, donors or other external constituencies.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (no premium for employee benefits)
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Matching 403(b) retirement program
  • Fully Funded Pension Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Life Insurance
  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000. Advanced Practice Providers and Faculty Physicians can receive up to $90,000 if full-time and hired within a year of completing their residency or fellowship. Part-time providers can receive up to $45,000. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity!


Qualifications

MINIMUM

Bachelor's degree in a related field or a combination of education and/or additional job-related experience may be substituted in lieu of the degree.

Minimum five (5) years of not-for-profit fundraising and development experience.

In addition three (3) to five (5) years' direct work experience as a fundraising professional with a major gift portfolio.

PREFERRED

Master's Degree in a related field

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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