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Avera is currently seeking a highly motivated Regional Director of Philanthropy with experience in major gift solicitation and program management. 

**This position is located in Aberdeen, SD.**

Position Highlights:

• More than a career! Avera is a mission-driven organization focused on people and our communities.
• As Regional Director of Philanthropy, develop meaningful engagement, solicitation and stewardship strategies to cultivate and enhance donor relationships.
• Positive and productive team environment.

Job Summary

• The Regional Director of Philanthropy is accountable for leading philanthropy efforts and partners closely with benefactors, constituents and other partners to support an assigned region of Avera.
• As a member of the Avera Philanthropy team, the Regional Director will develop relationships with capable constituents that result in multi-year philanthropic commitments.
• The Regional Director’s primary focus will be on leadership annual, major and legacy gifts, campaigns and initiatives.
• The Regional Director will partner with members of Avera administration as well as Regional Council, campaign cabinets or assigned volunteers to lead philanthropic engagement and campaigns.
• The Regional Director may serve as the staff liaison to an assigned regional council.
• Moreover, the Regional Director is responsible for building enduring benefactor relationships that lead to philanthropic investment by managing a portfolio of capable prospects and existing supporters in identification, cultivation, solicitation, recognition and stewardship activities.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of three (3) years fundraising, with experience in major gift solicitation and program management preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred.

What Makes Avera Special?