Foundation Director

Meeker Memorial Hospital & Clinics•Litchfield, MN

1d•$75,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Foundation Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the Foundation in support of the mission, strategic priorities, financial sustainability and long-term success of Meeker Memorial Hospital & Clinics. This position is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive philanthropy and community engagement program that includes annual giving, major gifts, grants, planned giving, sponsorships, special events, donor stewardship and other fundraising initiatives. The Foundation Director will also lead the hospital's grant development and management program, including identifying funding opportunities, coordinating applications, managing awarded grants, monitoring compliance, coordinating reporting and maintaining strong relationships with grant makers. The position serves as a highly visible ambassador for the Foundation, Hospital and Clinics, and is expected to develop strong, authentic relationships with donors, prospective donors, community leaders, business, civic organizations, physicians, employees, patients, families and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, healthcare administration, public relations, marketing, communications or related field.
Proven experience in non-profit foundation management, including grant writing, donor relations and fundraising strategies.
Ability to work effectively with Boards, executives, physicians, volunteers, donors, employees and community organizations.
Experience with annual, special project, capital and deferred giving programs.
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Strong project-management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Willingness to attend occasional evening and weekend meetings and community events.
Leadership and team development.
Regulatory and compliance knowledge.
Operational and financial management.
Effective communication and collaboration.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
Commitment to patient-centered, community-focused care.
Adaptability - proactively navigating constant industry shifts - such as regulatory changes, financial pressures and technological advancements - by swiftly adjusting strategies, fostering innovation and empowering teams.
Ability to work independently and meet the demands of a CAH/rural hospital environment.
Skilled at incorporating AIDET into professional practice.
Understands role in patient confidentiality and must protect patient information from unauthorized access, use or disclosure as defined by HIPAA.
Ability to respond quickly and decisively to emergency situations and participate in shelter-in-place and disaster response protocols.
Skilled in building productive and professional working relationships with employees, providers, senior leaders and stakeholders from varied cultural, professional and personal backgrounds.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), secure messaging applications and collaborative tools (Microsoft Teams, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva).
Proficiency with Paycom HRIS system and related computer software necessary for this position.
Apply logical problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex situations.
Make sounds decisions in real time, often under pressure, using critical thinking.
Analyze data and scenarios to identify patterns, inconsistencies and opportunities.
Evaluate multiple approaches and propose innovative solutions with sound judgement.
Able to communicate complex ideas clearly in both written and verbal formats.
Adapt tone, style and messaging for diverse audiences and contexts.
Ability to write high-quality drafts, proposals, reports and presentations.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one meetings as well as small and larger groups (i.e., employees, customers, vendors, community organizations, etc.).
Ability to accurately perform basic mathematical calculations in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, etc.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations and in analysis of quality assurance data.
Understands and adheres to MMHC's compliance standards as outlined in MMHC's Compliance Program.
Attend all mandatory education programs and demonstrate proficiency related to safety and job-related regulatory compliance.
Attend all department-specific training and demonstrate proficiency related to general safety and job-related hazards.
Understand and follow MMHC procedures for exposure control/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
Comply with all relevant MMHC policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory standards and requirements.
Attire is neat, clean and appropriate for the work environment and adheres to MMHC policy.
Wear proper identification while on duty.
Maintain confidentiality of all MMHC and patient information at all times.
Report to work on time and maintain defined standards for attendance.
Attend mandatory meetings.
Able to perform essential job duties that meet job performance expectations and organizational standards while upholding MMHC mission and values.
The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use fingers and hands, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and taste or smell.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move (push/pull) up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
Lifting and/or moving of more than 35 pounds shall require the use of an assistive device or team member assist.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to meet physical demands of rural clinic and hospital work.
Ability to meet the physical demands of rural hospital and clinic work, including during emergency situations and/or disaster protocols.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with rural/community-based healthcare systems.
There is a certification for Foundation members that would be nice to have.
Major gift fundraising experience.
Experience with donor management.
Expertise supporting a nonprofit Board.
CFRE Certification or ability to acquire within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary staff resources to the Foundation Board.
Assist the Foundation Board in establishing appropriate fundraising goals, strategies, policies and priorities.
Prepare Board agendas, reports, fundraising updates, financial information and other necessary materials.
Recruit, orient, engage and support Foundation Board members.
Develop meaningful opportunities for Board members to participate in.
Provide accurate and timely information regarding Foundation operations and fundraising performance.
Support effective Board governance and ensure members understand their role.
Develop and implement a comprehensive, multi-year Foundation development strategy aligned with the hospital's strategic plan and community needs that builds both current revenue and long-term philanthropic capacity.
Develop annual fundraising plans with measurable goals for annual giving, major gifts, capital campaign, grants, planned giving, corporate giving, sponsorships, special events, donor stewardship and community engagement.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive donor and prospect pipeline, identifying opportunities to increase unrestricted, restricted, endowed, planned and major-gift philanthropy.
Monitor fundraising performance and provide regular reports to the CEO and Foundation Board and ensure fundraising activities are conducted professionally, ethically and in accordance with Foundation policies and applicable laws and regulations.
Maintain close working relationship with the CEO and leadership team to ensure Foundation activities support the overall mission and goals of MMHC.
Coordinate with Finance, Marketing and Communications and Senior Leadership Team as appropriate.
Communicate with MMHC leadership regarding strategic priorities, capital needs, community needs, major initiatives, fundraising and grant opportunities.
Maintain appropriate communication with MMHC Board regarding significant fundraising initiatives and campaign progress as directed by the CEO and Foundation Board.
Maintain the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality and ethical fundraising.
Comply with Foundation policies, MMHC policies, applicable laws and regulations and accept philanthropic standards.
Maintain accurate donor, prospective, gift, grant and campaign records.
Ensure donor restrictions and gift agreements are properly documented and honored.
Be respectful of actual or perceived conflicts of interest and disclose potential conflicts in accordance with organizational policy.
Coordinate with Finance to ensure appropriate accounting and reporting of gifts, pledges, grants and restricted funds.
Maintain appropriate financial controls over Foundation activities.
Work with CEO and Foundation Board to develop a multi-year philanthropic development plan that integrates annual giving, major gifts, capital campaign, grants, planned giving, corporate giving, sponsorships, special events, donor stewardship and community engagement.
Establish measurable objectives for both current fundraising revenue and long-term philanthropic capacity.
Work with MMHC leadership on fundable projects and identify grant opportunities that align with MMHC's mission and priorities.
Research prospective grants and develop relationships with funding organizations.
Coordinate development and submission of grant applications, letters of intent, proposals, budgets and supporting documentation for grant submissions.
Develop grant budgets in collaboration with Finance and appropriate program leaders.
Coordinate start to finish process with grants ensuring grant commitments are maintained, follow through on any changes, extensions, modifications, recognitions of grant is properly communicated, monitor budgets, objectives and performance measures required.
Serve as a highly visible ambassador for the Foundation and MMHC.
Communicate MMHC's mission, community impact, strategic priorities and philanthropic opportunities in a compelling and authentic manner.
Build strong relationships with donors, prospective donors, community leaders, businesses, civic organizations, physicians, employees, patients and families, volunteers and other stakeholders.
Represent the Foundation at community meetings, events, civic organizations and other appropriate venues.
Work with Marketing and Communications Manager to develop effective publications, campaign materials, donor stories, presentations and communications.