As the Director of Philanthropy you will be responsible for managing the development planning and implementation of all major and principal gifts and planned giving. Your role is vital in advancing our organizations goals building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and ensuring ALSAC meets its critical objectives. If you are a dedicated professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of philanthropy and join our mission to save childrens lives we encourage you to apply today!
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement strategies to ensure ALSAC meets its critical goals and supports overall business objectives efficiently and effectively.
2. Lead mentor and coach a team of professionals providing guidance on goals professional development performance expectations and metrics of success.
3. Responsible for managing a portfolio of major gift donors through identification discovery cultivation solicitation and stewardship.
4. Establish and enforce policies and procedures to enhance organizational effectiveness while operating within budgetary parameters. Proactively address issues and develop problem-solving skills among team members.
5. Maintain awareness of fundraising programs and hospital initiatives actively seek ways to enhance individual giving revenue and stay current with industry trends.
6. Review and evaluate monthly progress of revenue identifying areas that require attention and provide this information to staff. Complete and review reports travel expenses donor visit reports and proposals.
7. Foster positive relationships with third-party organizations and volunteers in the assigned area representing ALSAC-St. Judes in a manner that reflects positively on the organization.
Job Requirements:
Thorough knowledge and successful track record soliciting and stewarding 6 & 7 figure gifts within major gifts and bequest/planned giving.
Extensive knowledge of planned giving blended gifts major gifts and/or sales.
Thorough knowledge of bequest/planned-giving within the non-profit sector.
At least 3 years of direct management experience. Strong grasp of general management methods.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and external partners.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal for internal and external relations.
Ability to understand complex verbal and written instructions.
Familiarity with data processing applications.
Bachelors Degree plus more than 8 years of lieu of education requirements may substitute 8 years of related work experience.
Company Car Benefits: The position includes a company car equipped with AAA membership insurance coverage a maintenance plan and a fuel card for personal use. Enjoy the convenience and flexibility of this valuable benefit beyond work hours. For more details please inquire during the interview process.
This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule to include working from our Territory Office(s) located 201 Sandpointe Ave Suite 300
Santa Ana CA 92707 or 3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd Suite 840
Los Angeles CA 90034
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ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity transgender status disability veteran status genetic information or other protected status.
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ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.
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