Foundation Development Officer
The posted compensation range of $38.64 - $56.03 /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.
In 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
Responsibilities
The Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Foundation provides philanthropic support throughout the greater VMFH system. The Foundation’s mission is simple: to be a catalyst of our donors’ passion for transformation by providing the resources for Virginia Mason Franciscan Health to achieve its mission of being the most trusted destination for health.
At the VMFH Foundation, we are in need of an experienced Development Officer (Major Gift Officer) to serve as a member of the development staff. You will be responsible for growing and maintaining a comprehensive major gifts portfolio consisting of major philanthropists and high net worth individuals, capable of giving gifts in excess of $25,000. To do this, you must be skilled at the art of both communication and relationship building, while having a passion for connecting a donors’ interest to our system needs.
From initial discovery work through personalized stewardship, your strong knowledge of development-based fundraising tactics will be used to reach out and meet with donors and prospects in the local community. Your daily work will also include serving as an Entity Engagement Liaison to our various VMFH entities (i.e. hospitals, hospice, research, institute, etc.), identifying key internal stakeholders, building relationships and creating a two-way flow of information that will in turn be used to deepen the connection and impact for our donors.
To be successful in this role you must be both masterful prospector and strategic thinker as well as have:
> Exceptional communication skills.
> A strong understanding of the art and science of relationship building.
> A willingness and ability to be curious and connect with people.
> Strong knowledge of philanthropic concepts and modern fundraising principles.
> An ability to demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills.
> Self-motivation and perseverance as well as a desire to surpass established goals.
> Superior strategic and analytical thinking ability, along with creative problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
> Responsible for successfully building and managing a portfolio of prospects and donors.
> Secure gifts of $25,000, or more, for a changing set of projects and programs.
> Cultivate new prospects through the creation of effective donor management strategies.
> Effectively move a portfolio of prospects through the complete giving cycle of Discovery, Cultivation, and Solicitation.
Stewardship:
> Ability to manage a CRM system to track and cultivate relationships.
> Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, all while maintaining strict attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- 5 years related experience in individual donor development and/or fund development.
- Demonstrated success in securing major/mid-level gift support from individuals.
Preferred:
- Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred.
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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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
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