Major Gift Officer- Sr

Acadia Hospital•Brewer, ME

About The Position

Northern Light Health Department: Position is located: Work Type: Hours Per Week: 40.00 Work Schedule: Summary: The Senior Major Gift Officer serves as a senior member of the philanthropy team supporting Northern Light Acadia Hospital and Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. This experienced fundraising professional is responsible for securing major, principal, and planned gifts that advance the strategic priorities of both hospitals. The role manages a focused portfolio of donors and prospects; develops and executes strategic cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans; and plays a central part in meeting annual philanthropic revenue goals. Working collaboratively with hospital leadership, clinicians, and Foundation colleagues, the Senior Major Gift Officer builds strong relationships, works with our Marketing and Communications colleagues to develop compelling cases for support, and ensures exceptional donor engagement that inspires meaningful philanthropic investment. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker and exceptional writer with a proven record of success in securing significant philanthropic support for nonprofit organizations. This individual will manage a dynamic portfolio of complex projects, provide mentorship to colleagues, and ensure alignment with Northern Light Health goals and standards. Ideal candidates will demonstrate: Outstanding writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and clear, persuasive cases for support. A proven track record of successful grant submissions and measurable fundraising outcomes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with sound professional judgment. The ability to translate complex clinical, programmatic, and research concepts into accessible and inspiring narratives. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with success collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and with senior leaders. Advanced organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines under pressure. Demonstrated ability to cultivate and sustain relationships with internal stakeholders and external funders. Deep understanding of philanthropic and healthcare landscapes, including trends in institutional giving. High degree of initiative, professionalism, and discretion, with the ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.

Requirements

Outstanding writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and clear, persuasive cases for support.
A proven track record of successful grant submissions and measurable fundraising outcomes.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with sound professional judgment.
The ability to translate complex clinical, programmatic, and research concepts into accessible and inspiring narratives.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with success collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and with senior leaders.
Advanced organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to cultivate and sustain relationships with internal stakeholders and external funders.
Deep understanding of philanthropic and healthcare landscapes, including trends in institutional giving.
High degree of initiative, professionalism, and discretion, with the ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
Proficiency with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT including donor and prospect management, reporting. and data integrity practices.
Strong experience with AmpliFund or a comparable grant management platform with the ability to track submission, awards, and reporting requirements.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship management skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to prioritize assignments, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines.
Bachelor's degree required with 8 years experience, or Associates degree and a minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible experience in institutional fundraising, foundation and corporate relations, grant writing and management, proposal development or philanthropic partnership development within a nonprofit healthcare or high education setting.

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic lead in developing and implementing foundation philanthropy strategies that align with member organization priorities. Secure a minimum of $900,000 annual funding support.
Serve as a strategic lead in developing and implementing foundation philanthropy strategies that align with member organization priorities. Secure a minimum of $900,000 annually.
Manage a portfolio of major, principal, and planned gift prospects, guiding donors through all stages of the development cycle.
Develop and execute individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that lead to significant philanthropic commitments from individuals, foundations and corporations.
Prepare effective proposals and work with Marketing and Communications to develop donor materials aligned with institutional priorities.
Conduct regular donor meetings, site visits, and strategic touchpoints to strengthen relationships and advance giving opportunities.
Partner with hospital leadership, clinicians, and Foundation colleagues to identify philanthropic priorities and create strong cases for support.
Develop effective strategies to meet annual KPI and fundraising goals. Contribute directly to annual fundraising goals by securing major, principal and planned gifts for Acadia Hospital and Eastern Maine Medical Center.
Provide customized stewardship to donors, ensuring timely follow-up, recognition, and impact reporting.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of donor strategies, contact reports, proposals, and gift activity in the fundraising database.
Represent philanthropy at hospital and community events to strengthen visibility and donor engagement.
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