Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
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The Executive Director, Philanthropy (EDP) is responsible for the overall fundraising strategy to support achieving the Foundation's annual fundraising goal. The EDP achieves this by leading, motivating and directing the Foundation team of professional and support staff members in the areas of direct mail, special events, annual and major and corporate gifts and foundation grants. Utilizing reports and metrics, the EDP analyzes past performance to guide future decisions on strategy and goals, both programmatic and financial. Reporting to the President and the Foundation Board, the EDP is responsible for keeping the board committees active and the members engaged.
Job Summary
Serves as Executive Director, Philanthropy reporting to the President and COO and the Foundation Board to support the organization's strategic and fundraising goals.
- Develop and implement Foundation Strategic Plan.
- Achieve annual fundraising goal.
- Meet industry standards for cost per dollar raised.
- Work with President/COO and Foundation Board to create a high performing fundraising organization.
- Develop strong working relationships with the Foundation Board.
- Present a recommendation for an annual budget for Wentworth-Douglass Hospital & Health Foundation.
- Oversee the operations of charitable fundraising functions and events.
- Oversee all administrative, financial and reporting activities of the Foundation.
- Create annual and long-term fund development strategies in the areas of major and planned gifts, grant writing, annual giving, remembrance giving, special events, donor stewardship/recognition and special campaign initiatives.
- Create and implement strategies to engage directors, staff and other key constituencies in the activities of the Foundation.
- Maintain high visibility within WDH and work closely with the President/COO and members of the WDH Executive Team to build a philanthropic culture at WDH.
- Establish annual and long-term fund development priorities and effectively plan and implement fund development strategies.
- Coordinate fund development operations with other departments within WDH, such as finance and community relations.
- Serve as the major gift officer for WDH, managing a portfolio of major gift and planned giving prospects and directing planning, solicitation and follow-up involving these prospects.
- Serve as the lead staff in soliciting major gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations.
- Recruit, organize, train and direct volunteers, advising them on effective major gift fundraising methods individually or in groups as appropriate.
- Serve as the primary WDH contact for individuals, corporations, foundations and various community groups as they relate to fund development activities.
- Work to build a culture of philanthropy throughout the entire Wentworth-Douglass Hospital organization, including active vendor engagement and development for signature event sponsorships, building organizational support for above average participation in the Employee Annual Fund, and building and supporting an active and robust grateful patient program.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree Business Administration required, or Bachelor's Degree Business Development required, or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required, or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred.
Experience: Experience in fundraising, development, or a related field 8-10+ years required; Experience in a management or leadership role 5-7 years required; Experience within a healthcare environment 3-5 years preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proven ability to develop and execute successful fundraising strategies and campaigns.
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills to engage donors, leadership, and stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate the hospital’s mission and priorities effectively.
- Ability to analyze data and fundraising metrics to inform decision‑making and strategy development.
- Leadership and team management skills to inspire and support a high‑performing development team.
- Knowledge of fundraising best practices, donor stewardship principles, and ethical fundraising standards.
Additional Job Details
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
789 Central Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$161,657.60 - $235,154.40/Annual
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EEO Statement
1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .
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