Annual Gift Officer

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Rapid City, SD

34d•$65,686 - $82,098

About The Position

The Annual Gift Officer is responsible for leading and executing the Annual Giving Program, focusing on donor acquisition, retention, and stewardship. This role oversees a wide range of activities, including direct mail and email solicitations, employee giving initiatives, event management, and mid-level donor development. The officer collaborates across departments to ensure the successful implementation of the Foundation’s fundraising strategies and plays a key role in fostering a culture of philanthropy through data-driven decision-making, donor engagement, and integration of innovative fundraising technologies. Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include: Supportive work culture Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account Instant pay is available for qualifying positions Paid Time Off Accrual Bank Opportunities for growth and advancement Tuition assistance/reimbursement Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions Flexible scheduling

Requirements

Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
Experience - 3+ years of Fundraising Experience

Nice To Haves

Education - Bachelors degree in related field
Certification - Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) - Accredited University or accredited training professionals

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of direct-response giving strategies, including direct mail and email solicitations, in collaboration with the marketing team.
Lead the annual planning process for direct mail and email campaigns to ensure high engagement and donor participation.
Serve as the Foundation lead for annual fundraising events and donor engagement activities, including Foundation Special Events, Giving Tuesday, holiday engagement strategies, and donor recognition events.
Coordinate third-party and clinical departments fundraising events, including overseeing applications, liaising with event organizers, and ensuring compliance with hospital guidelines and Foundation policies.
Provide critical support for all fundraising events, from planning to post-event follow-up, including volunteer and donor stewardship.
Develop and execute the strategy for the Annual Employee Giving Campaign (We Care Payroll Deduct Program & General Employee Giving), ensuring strong participation and year-round engagement with hospital staff.
Coordinate targeted outreach events for employees to raise awareness and encourage involvement in the Foundation’s initiatives.
Manage stewardship efforts to recognize employee donors, including impact reporting and communication of campaign progress.
Identify and develop strategies for engaging mid-level donors, ensuring they are recognized and nurtured for increased giving.
Manage personal cultivation and stewardship of donors within the mid-level donor portfolio, coordinating engagement opportunities to grow long-term giving.
Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to produce content, schedule communications, and assess campaign performance.
Monitor and manage donor acquisition and renewal efforts to ensure consistent growth and retention.
Assist in the creation of case statements, donor stewardship materials, and fundraising content to support annual campaigns.
Implement stewardship strategies for annual campaigns, including thank-you notes, recognition events, and donor acknowledgment communications.
Collaborate with leadership on capital, micro, and special campaigns as they relate to direct-response and annual giving.
Monitor donor retention rates and collaborate with the Foundation team to develop strategies for donor engagement and satisfaction.
Ensure that gift acknowledgment practices meet or exceed industry standards for best-in-class stewardship.
Use data analytics to assess the effectiveness of annual giving campaigns and identify opportunities for improvement.
Leverage technology platforms to streamline fundraising processes, integrate donor data, and innovate within the fundraising landscape.
Work closely with other Foundation staff, including the Development Officers, CMN Program Officer, and Marketing Team, to ensure alignment of fundraising strategies and donor engagement activities.
All other duties as assigned.