Executive Director Development

Allegheny Health Network

The Executive Director of Development will be responsible for building a culture of philanthropy and maximizing philanthropic revenue to Saint Vincent Hospital and Allegheny Health Network through the creation and implementation of a comprehensive development program. S / he will manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors in support of the established priorities of patient care, research, education, and capital needs within the hospital and across the health network. The Executive Director of Development will supervise two development professionals and participate as a member of a network-wide team of development professionals responsible for securing philanthropic gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations with the capacity and inclination to make annual, major, and / or planned gifts. S / he will also oversee processes and coordinate efforts with the development professionals responsible for the receipting, acknowledgment, and stewardship of gifts, management of the donor database, and management of volunteers. S / he performs a variety of general and specific functions of a complex nature centering on activities involving fundraising, financial planning and relationship management, volunteer management. This position requires an advanced knowledge of fundraising practices.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Fundraising : (1) Conducts personal visits with current and prospective donors for the purpose of discovery and qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship; (2) Solicits and closes leadership-level annual, major, and planned gifts; (3) Creates, develops, and implements donor-centered events aimed to attract new donors and increase voluntary support to Saint Vincent Hospital; (4) Prepares and executes gift and pledge agreements; and (5) Serves as point of contact for hospital-related fundraising matters. (50%)
• Prospect Management : (1) Effectively and persistently manages a portfolio of current and prospective donors with interest in supporting the priorities of Saint Vincent Hospital and Allegheny Health Network; (2) Evaluates prospects to determine solicitation opportunities and strategies; and (3) Participates in planning, timely execution, and reporting of a moves-management process for assigned portfolio of prospects. (15%)
• Management : (1) Performs management responsibilities to include, but are not limited to : involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity; and (2) Plans, organizes, staffs, directs and controls the day-to-day operations of the department; develops and implements policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority. (15%)
• Constituent Relations : (1) Develops and nurtures relationships with clinical champions and hospital administration; and (2) Attends network, hospital, and community events and activities that enhance interaction and relations with donors, prospects, volunteers, clinical champions, and hospital administration. (15%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required. Addresses 'critical needs' which occur on short notice and require immediate action. Supports the development team by providing counsel to peers as required and assistance with special projects as requested. (5%)

Qualifications :

Preferred :

Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

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