Overview

In 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.

Responsibilities

This job is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Major Giving program for Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) Foundation. An incumbent is responsible for developing and managing Foundation activities related to cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of all major and planned gift donors. Work includes oversight, within scope of position, of prospect research, presentation materials, budgeting and all activities to cultivate, track and solicit all supporters of $10,000 or more. An incumbent leads a major gift team and is responsible for the success of individual and team growth and performance to reach annual revenue goals.

Work requires considerable knowledge of fund-raising principles, ethics, standards and practices, and of the complex legal/administrative elements involved in the major/planned giving processes. Also requires exceptional interpersonal skills in building effective relationships that are often based on patience, persuasion and negotiation, and in matching a prospective donor’s interests with the needs of the organization.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline and seven years of related experience in the discipline that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge/abilities, including five years management/leadership experience. 

Master’s degree is strongly preferred.