Senior Director, Philanthropy

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

The Senior Director, Philanthropy represents the Memorial Hermann Foundation across the organization and in the community. The Senior Director, Philanthropy is responsible for coordinating, executing, and at times, creating major gift fundraising programs for Memorial Hermann Foundation. S/he provides leadership and works collaboratively with Foundation leadership, System staff and physicians to advance philanthropic support for Memorial Hermann Foundation including identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding a dynamic portfolio of major gifts.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  Bachelors degree

Licenses/Certifications: None required; CFRE a plus

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• 10+ years of professional experience with a minimum of five (5) years of progressive responsibility experience in major gift fundraising, preferably in the health care and/or non-for-profit arena
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills to interact with senior management, board members and other high level volunteers, donors, physicians and prospects
• Demonstrated ability in thinking strategically to acquire, engage, upgrade, and steward donors
• Evidence of effectiveness in building and sustaining relationships with donors, staff, partners and physicians
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop staff
• Goal oriented with strong planning, project management and problem-solving skills and the ability to execute on multiple projects
• Ability to persuade and motivate others
• Ability to work well with a variety of stakeholders and to adapt to meet varying needs and conditions
• High degree of professionalism, collegiality, maturity and diplomacy required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products. Knowledge of Raiser's Edge is a plus

• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of "we advance health" through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

• Works with the CEO of the Foundation and AVP, Philanthropy to establish measurable, achievable, and aspirational goals to deliver results in all assigned areas.
• Devises and implements strategies for specialized campaign plans including capital campaigns and directed fundraising.  Develops and coordinates materials and functions as required.
• Qualifies and manages a major gifts portfolio of high-capacity, high-profile donors.  Identifies, cultivates and solicits primarily gifts of $100,000 or greater from individuals, foundations and corporations.
• Participates in and supports the fundraising initiatives of the Foundation, including special events, employee campaign and donor engagement activities.
• Selects, mentors, trains, supervises, evaluates and counsels employees as appropriate.
• Collaborates across the Foundation team on cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and gift officer portfolios.  Works closely with the advancement services team on necessary data, gift processing and acknowledgement.
• Promotes individuals professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education.
• Supports foundation-based goals that contribute to the success of the Foundation and Memorial Hermann.
• Manages other duties as assigned.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Employee Signature:________________________________________ Date:_________________

Manager Signature:_________________________________________ Date:_________________

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served.  Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.  Specific age groups that are served by this position are circled:

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