Development Specialist

Allina Health

4d • $32 - $44

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Manages and executes donor engagement events and experiences, including stewardship, cultivation, and recognition. Accountable for managing relationships required to effectively and efficiently execute these engagements. Supports the execution of events and donor engagement in support of raising philanthropic support for Allina Health’s mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in non profit management, communications, marketing, or similar field
• 3+ years fundraising and/or event planning experience in non-profit or similar field
• 1+ year experience working with donors

Nice To Haves

• 1+ year experience with donor software like Raiser’s Edge, Luminate

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Donor Engagement team in the strategic development of events and experience plans.
• Analyzes and evaluates current needs and strategies to identify areas for improvement and innovation.
• Coordinates with cross functional teams to ensure alignment of engagement strategies with department goals and objectives.
• Research and identify emerging trends and best practices in donor engagement to inform planning.
• Manages and executes events that cultivate, steward, and recognize donors.
• Manages budget by tracking all expenses and ensuring vendor payment.
• Collaborates across Allina Health for event needs.
• Participates in the evaluation of each event, ensuring a clear understanding of return on investment.
• Leads post-event analysis, offering recommendations for potential changes to future events; tracks measurable outcomes for each event.
• Develops and implements engagement strategies to maintain and enhance relationships with donors.
• Designs and executes targeted strategies that foster lasting relationships with donors through engagement opportunities.
• Uses data and analytics to track engagement and gather donor insights that help to shape engagement plans.
• Creates opportunities for the cultivation and stewardship of donors.
• Coordinates and executes the comprehensive stewardship plan to include events, stewardship activities, and recognition efforts.
• Manages contracts with vendors, manages schedules, and executes events and experiences ensuring goals are met.
• Monitors vendor performance and compliance with contract terms, addressing any issues or discrepancies promptly.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with vendors to foster collaboration and ensure high-quality service.
• Evaluates vendor proposals and selects the best options based on cost, quality, and reliability.
• Conducts regular reviews of vendor services to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level