Foundation Development Officer
About The Position
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of philanthropic concepts, modern fundraising principles and a strong understanding of the art and science of related relationship building.
- Strong organization/communication skills.
- Self-motivation and perseverance in achieving established goals.
- 1-3 years experience in a team-selling environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- 1-3 years relevant experience in business development, sales, fundraising or other similar fields.
- Experience in planned giving instruments.
Responsibilities
- Maximizing philanthropic opportunities by engaging with major philanthropists.
- Reaching out and meeting with prospects and investors in the local community.
- Managing a portfolio of prospects and donors generating fundraising results from conversations.
- Serving as a crucial liaison to numerous entities (i.e., hospitals, hospice, research institutes), identifying key stakeholders, building essential relationships, and fostering a robust two-way flow of information.
- Ensuring alignment of objectives and maximizing collaborative opportunities that advance our mission.
- Owning a sales/development portfolio.
- Working with Foundation leadership to develop and implement strategies for fund development and a sales-based approach to fundraising for the organization and larger division.
- Identifying and prioritizing high-level prospects and investors.
- Steward all donors to ensure ongoing support and to maintain high levels of donor retention.
- Meeting or exceeding annual fundraising goals.
- Owning relationship management and strategy for all prospects and investors in portfolio.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
