Development Officer, Hospital Philanthropy

Position Title: Development Officer, Hospital Philanthropy

Position Title: Development Officer, Hospital Philanthropy

DEPARTMENT: Philanthropy & Development

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Philanthropy

Salary Range: $58,000 to $76,000

ABOUT ROYAL COLUMBIAN HOSPITAL

Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) provides the highest level of care to the most critically ill and injured from throughout the region and province. We are a provincial referral centre for cardiac care, trauma, neurosciences, high-risk obstetrics, neonatal intensive care, and mental health. No other hospital in the province provides this level of care, or offers all these services, on one site or in such high volumes.

RCH is currently undergoing a $1.49 billion multi-year, multi-phase redevelopment that will create a world-class critical care hospital. The “crown jewel” of this project is the Jim Pattison Acute Care Tower, scheduled to open later this year.

ABOUT THE FOUNDATION

Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation (RCHF) is an independent charitable organization that raises millions of dollars each year to fund major projects, priority equipment needs, facility enhancements, research, education, and innovation at RCH.

Supporting by thousands of individuals, businesses, community groups and foundations, RCHF strives to achieve its vision to inspire giving and grow funding, so patients have access to the best in healthcare at RCH.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Vice President, Philanthropy, the Development Officer, Hospital Philanthropy will play a multi-faceted role within our evolving Philanthropy & Development Team, including frontline fundraising, project management, data analysis & reporting. Their efforts will be directly tied to revenue generation, with a specific focus on giving among physicians and frontline care providers giving over $1,000 annually. Additionally, this role will work to proactively engage grateful patients in giving.

KEY AREAS OF INVOLVEMENT

This role encompasses the following key activities:

Leadership & Vision:

• Develops & executes a comprehensive strategy to engage and renew support among physicians and frontline care providers giving over $1,000, including department-wide pledges.
• Develops & executes a referral framework among physicians and frontline care providers to engage grateful patients in giving.
• Demonstrates industry knowledge & shares best practice to ensure ongoing excellence.

Day-to-Day Execution:

• Conducts all cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities for physicians and frontline care providers giving $1,000 or more, with a key focus on achieving revenue goals for the portfolio.
• Proactively identifies & plans initiatives to engage with clinical leaders to build philanthropic relationships, including regularly attending department meetings.
• Develops close-knit relationships with physicians to secure referrals of grateful patients to engage in philanthropy.
• Leads the development of the necessary tools to support all activities in this portfolio, including appeals, presentations and other materials.
• Promptly updates Raiser’s Edge NXT with all appropriate notes & related actions.
• Offers strategic input on stewardship & engagement activities & events for physicians and frontline care providers. 

Collaboration & Partnership:

• Actively supports the overall revenue goals of the Philanthropy & Development Team by identifying prospects for other portfolios, including sponsorship, third-party events and planned giving.
• Considers opportunities to engage physicians & frontline care providers in the work of the Foundation through participation in events and marketing initiatives.
• Directs inquiries about funding competitions and other resources within the Foundation to the appropriate team lead.

QUALIFICATIONS

CFRE designation and/or university degree with two to three years  minimum experience or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience, with demonstrated success in fundraising. Alternatively, a professional background in medicine or healthcare would also be valued.

PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

• Proven leadership capabilities in a fast-paced, dynamic fundraising environment.
• A strong understanding of the donor cycle, with exceptional relationship management skill and a demonstrated track record of soliciting & securing gifts over $1,000.
• An enthusiasm & willingness identify sustained opportunities to engage with the hospital community to build philanthropic relationships.
• Enthusiastically collaborates to ensure organization-wide success against revenue goals.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• A proven ability to initiate, plan and manage achievements against key metrics.
• The ability to consider the big picture, while also executing the fine details.
• Thrives in a busy environment, works well under pressure, and prioritizes tasks appropriately while meeting time-sensitive demands.
• Proficient in MS Office and general computer skills.
• Working knowledge of appropriate software applications such as Raiser’s Edge NXT.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Valid BC driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
• Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends on occasion.

COMPETENCIES

• Actively seeks opportunities and challenges for personal learning, character building and growth.
• Models qualities such as honesty, integrity, resilience, and confidence.
• Listens well and encourages open exchange of information and ideas.
• Demonstrates business acumen by efficiently and effectively identifying and managing human, financial and information resources.
• Creates connections, trust and shared meaning with individuals and groups.
• Thinks analytically and conceptually – bringing forward ideas and opportunities to address obstacles.

BENEFITS

• A comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, insurance, and health spending account.
• Wellness spending account to support a healthy lifestyle.
• Municipal Pension Plan (MPP).
• Generous Professional Development Program to develop employees through educational programs, professional designations, conferences, and other learning activities.
• Generous vacation policy where all team members start at 20 days of vacation per year (prorated based on the start day for the first year).
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.

RCHF is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring on the basis of merit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

RCHF celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Through a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, and experience, we are better able to serve our community. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to jennifer.atkinson@fraserhealth.ca