Senior Philanthropy Manager

Novant Health • Charlotte, NC

404d • $25,000 - $25,000

About The Position

The Senior Philanthropy Manager is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising plan for Novant Health Foundation, focusing on major gift initiatives and building a major gift pipeline. This role involves cultivating relationships with donors and prospects capable of contributing $25,000 or more, managing a portfolio of at least 75 prospects, and generating over a million dollars in sustained contributions over three years. The Manager will also serve as a liaison to specific medical centers and participate in team leadership activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum five years of major gifts and planned giving experience required.
• Minimum five years of healthcare fundraising experience required.
• Demonstrated experience in soliciting and closing major gifts of $25,000 or more.
• Planned giving expertise is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Ability to understand the needs and interests of leadership and major gift donors.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within an organization.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills that create credibility and trust.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with donors and team members over multiple years.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional appearance and confidence in working with donors and team members.
• Self-starter with excellent time management skills.
• Experience using Salesforce or similar development database programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) preferred.
• Experience in a donor-centric environment.
• Ability to respect confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of the comprehensive fundraising plan for Novant Health Foundation.
• Support major gift initiatives, including campaigns, grateful patient, and planned giving.
• Build and manage the major gift pipeline through active development of annual and major donors.
• Cultivate donors and prospects with an annual capacity greater than $25,000.
• Solicit gifts of $25,000 or greater for assigned programs.
• Qualify prospective donors for the pipeline to achieve and sustain major philanthropic support.
• Execute individual strategies for a portfolio of a minimum of 75 prospects and donors.
• Manage specific Foundation programs and projects as needed.
• Serve as a Foundation liaison to a specific medical center within the market.
• Participate in team quarterly meetings and assist in training new team members.

Benefits

• Diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Professional growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree