At Rady Children’s Hospital Foundation, we believe in the power of philanthropy to transform lives, and in the ability of the right team member to help transform our philanthropic potential. We currently seek a Major Gifts Fundraiser (external title: Director, Philanthropy) who will be responsible for identifying and developing relationships with a core group of prospective leadership donors with capacity for major gifts of $250K+ in support of Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego initiatives and priorities, with a focus on the Rady Children’s Neurosciences Institute.

This position is considered a frontline fundraiser and will manage an active portfolio of 80-120 prospects in various stages of identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. The successful candidate will work closely with Foundation leadership to implement gift strategies that include the development of proposals, campaign materials, communication plans, stewardship and other activities relating to fundraising. Fundable programs and projects include, but are not limited to, endowments, programs, chairs, fellowships and capital needs.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience raising gifts of $250K+ in a healthcare or related setting; be an excellent ambassador and representative for Rady Children’s and the Foundation; work efficiently under pressure and be able to meet deadlines; demonstrate good decision-making; be proactive and solutions-focused; be articulate and poised; possess good written and oral communication skills; and have the ability to work evenings and weekends.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Major Gift - Fundraiser LII is responsible for identifying/developing relationships with a core group of prospective leadership donors with capacity for major gifts of $250K+ or as defined by management; managing an active portfolio of 80-120 prospects; and maintaining an activeVawareness of individuals in the prospect pool in various stages of identification, cultivation,solicitation and stewardship. Fundable programs and projects include, but are not limited to,institutes, endowments, programs, chairs, fellowships and capital needs. This position is considered a frontline fundraiser responsible for soliciting major gifts and serves as liaison to physicians, hospital administrators, and other stakeholders. This position will implement gift strategies that are in alignment with priorities identified by the SVP/Executive Director of the Foundation and the Board of Trustees of Rady Children's Hospital Foundation. Works closely with supervisor to implement gift strategies that include the development of proposals, campaign materials, communication/marketing plans, stewardship, events and other activities relating to fundraising. Maintains an active awareness of goals, objectives, and direction of the development program as a whole. Meets or exceeds individual and department performance standards as assigned by supervisor. Creates and executes special projects as assigned by the SVP/Executive Director, the VP of Individual Giving & Grants and/or supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree

4 Years of Experience

CA Driver's License

Proof of Auto Insurance

Experience in a fundraising setting

Experience with major/large gift solicitation

Detail-oriented and team player

Works efficiently under pressure; meets deadlines; demonstrates strategic thinking and good

decision-making, as well as an entrepreneurial spirit

Articulate, poised and possesses strong writing skills

Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

7 Years of Experience

Knowledge around Blackbaud non-profit applications

The current salary range for this position is $45.75 to $62.90

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.