We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization:
PAMFPalo Alto Medical Foundation PAD
Position Overview:
The Donor Relations Officer is responsible for crafting a variety of Philanthropy Department collateral in support of fundraising campaigns across the Sutter Health network. The Donor Relations Officer brings experience in philanthropy writing or nonprofit communications preferably within a large healthcare organization. The Donor Relations Officer is comfortable working as part of collaborative project teams that can include frontline fundraisers clinicians and administrators.
The Donor Relations Officer effectively combines information from internal content experts with their own external research to draft strategic communications that make complex healthcare projects not only understandable but compelling for donors at all levels especially those with the ability to make major contributions. The Donor Relations Officer has knowledge of best practices in the cultivation solicitation and stewardship of donors and serves as the lead writer for case statements proposals impact reports and other key donor communications as assigned.
The Donor Relations Officer is an avid writer who is passionate about writing in their career and committed to continuous improvement. The Donor Relations Officer consistently delivers highquality drafts on deadline incorporating feedback from reviewers towards completion of a final product. In addition to their own portfolio of projects the Donor Relations Officer may provide editing proofreading and writing assistance for colleagues to enhance their own efforts to craft effective philanthropy communications.
Job Description:
EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
Bachelors
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
5 years recent relevant experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Proficiency using web design software applications (e.g. FrontPage 2000 DreamWeaver Flash Photoshop) and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel Access) or comparable applications.
- Knowledge of web technology languages (e.g. HTML JavaScript) required.
- Excellent writing editorial and communications skills are required along with the ability to manage multiple projects deal with multiple constituencies and the ability to develop new relevant technology skills when needed.
- Familiarity with Bay Area foundation and corporate arena preferred.
- Unquestionable integrity and strong sense of professional ethics and drive.
- Computer literacy (as outlined above).
- High intelligence and the ability to learn quickly because of the complex environment in which he/she will operate. The proven ability to think strategically analytically and creatively.
- Strong interpersonal organizational and management skills; capable of working both independently and as a team member; resultsoriented; self starter. Ability to handle many projects and issues simultaneously.
- An understanding of and identification with the goals and objectives of the institution.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required (proper grammar punctuation and formatting). Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in both written and oral communications.
- Ability to work well with volunteers Foundation staff and Medical Center staff; prioritize projects meet deadlines; work independently.
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Days of the Week:
Monday Friday
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $46.29 to $69.44 / hour
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidates experience education skills licensure and certifications department equity training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority