Philanthropy Coordinator
About The Position
This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Saddleback Medical Center (SMC) and Saddleback Medical Center Foundation (SMCF). It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values\: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Saddleback Medical Center’s strategic plan and participate in and advocate for performance improvement/patient safety activities. The Philanthropy Coordinator provides high-level administrative support to the Major Gifts team, playing a key role in advancing Saddleback Medical Center’s philanthropic mission. Responsibilities include managing calendars, coordinating donor meetings and engagement activities, preparing correspondence and briefing materials. The ideal candidate is organized, resourceful, and collaborative—bringing professionalism, discretion, and a warm, team-oriented spirit. By offering exceptional support and fostering meaningful connections with donors and hospital partners, the Philanthropy Coordinator helps build a thriving Major Gifts program that secures transformative gifts to enhance patient care in our community.
Requirements
- 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in a healthcare fundraising, nonprofit, or donor relations environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); experience with Raiser’s Edge or other donor databases.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with comfort speaking with donors by phone.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive, team-oriented environment.
- Results-oriented, with the ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Nice To Haves
- Event planning experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Major Gifts team, including calendar management, meeting coordination.
- Assist in the preparation of donor correspondence, proposals, stewardship materials, and reports.
- Coordinate logistics for donor meetings, cultivation events, and other gatherings.
- Maintain donor records and ensure accurate data entry in fundraising databases.
- Serve as a liaison between the Major Gifts team and internal departments, promoting collaboration and timely communication.
- Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions with donors, staff, and external partners.
- Support the team in fostering a culture of philanthropy through a positive, flexible, and teamoriented approach.
- Develop a knowledge of the impact of philanthropy across hospital service lines.
- Identify and implement solutions to streamline administrative processes and improve efficiencies.
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities.
- Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents.
- We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family.
- Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
