Director Development - Foundation

Full-Time; Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM

The Director Development-Foundation is responsible for the effective management and operation of the GCMH Foundation by fostering a culture of philanthropy among organization stakeholders and the communities the hospital serves. The Director Development-Foundation plans, coordinates, and executes the strategies necessary to develop donor relationships and financial gifts to achieve a sustainable tradition of annual and long-term support. The Director Development- Foundation responsibilities include Foundation board relations, donor relations and recognition, gift research and cultivation, and annual and/or capital campaign success. The Director Development-Foundation serves as a member of the GCMH leadership team, assuring that the organization’s culture, systems, and procedures support Foundation fund development.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

• Develop and execute the annual campaign strategy, including appeals and fundraising goals.

• Lead efforts to attract annual gifts through direct mail, visits, events, grants, and business/organization partnerships.

• Oversee and grow the planned giving program, including donor and professional advisor education.

• Ensure accurate gift recordkeeping, acknowledgement, allocation, and IRS-compliant documentation.

• Conduct research on gift potential from individuals, corporations, and grantmaking organizations.

• Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors, including managing pledge reminders and billing.

• Attend and support Foundation Board and Committee meetings, including agenda oversight and timely financial reporting.

• Oversee Foundation programs such as scholarships, FOCUS grants, and the Grateful Patient Program.

• Lead internal campaigns (Associate Giving, Capital Campaigns) and support recruitment/orientation of board members and key volunteers.

• Provide leadership and performance management for Foundation team members while staying current on philanthropic best practices.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration, Non-Profit Administration, Marketing, Public Relations, Healthcare, Communication or related field.

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience and participation in community service and professional organizations and activities.
  
• Experience with managing a database.
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.