Development Officer

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

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Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and strategic Development Officer to join the Sanford Health Foundation team. This is a unique opportunity to advance patient care in the Sanford Bismarck region by connecting donors to programs that make a life-changing impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and steward meaningful relationships with corporate partners grateful patients and community leaders; solicit gifts that align donor interests with organizational priorities.
• Lead fundraising initiatives that support priority service lines and projects including special events hospital/clinic engagement employee giving third party partnerships and more.
• Collaborate closely with Foundation operations and marketing regional clinical teams and leaders to ensure seamless donor engagement.
• Demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset by identifying new opportunities for philanthropic support and designing creative approaches to inspire giving.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong understanding of fundraising strategies including special events grateful patient engagement clinician engagement and corporate partnerships.
• Highly organized detail-oriented and skilled at managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible and adaptable - able to pivot quickly to meet urgent or evolving priorities.
• Service driven with the ability to build trust and foster long-term relationships across diverse stakeholders.
• Self-starter with initiative creativity and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a dedicated team.
• Exceptional written verbal and listening communication skills; comfortable presenting to groups engaging with community leaders and serving as a spokesperson for the mission.

Why Join Us

At Sanford Health Foundation every gift tells a story. As a Development Officer you will play a critical role in connecting patients families corporations and community members with opportunities to transform care for today and for generations to come. If you are motivated by purpose thrive on building relationships and want to be part of a mission that saves lives and strengthens communities wed love to hear from you.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree required.

Two years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising/development sales and/or business development preferred.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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