Executive Director, Philanthropy

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

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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.

Strategic & Operational Duties

• 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.
• Oversees the operations of charitable fundraising functions and events.

Oversees all administrative, financial and reporting activities of the Foundation.

Fund Development Strategy & Implementation

• Creates 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.

Creates and implements strategies to engage directors, staff and other key constituencies in the activities of the Foundation.

Philanthropic Culture & Vendor Engagement

• Maintains high visibility within WDH. Works closely with the President/COO and members of the WDH Executive Team to build a philanthropic culture at WDH.
• Establishes annual and long‑term fund development priorities and effectively plans and implements fund development strategies.
• Coordinates fund development operations with other departments within WDH, such as finance and community relations.

Major Gift Officer Responsibilities

• Serves as the lead staff in soliciting major gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations.
• Recruits, organizes, trains and directs volunteers, advising them on effective major gift fundraising methods individually or in groups as appropriate.
• Serves as the primary WDH contact for individuals, corporations, foundations and various community groups as they relate to fund development activities.

Culture of Philanthropy

• Active vendor engagement and development for signature event sponsorships.
• Building organizational support for above average participation in the Employee Annual Fund.
• Building and supporting an active and robust grateful patient program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Business Administration required
• Bachelor's Degree Business Development required
• Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
• 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.

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

Grade

10

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 .

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People‑Focused, half Performance‑Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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