VP, Chief Development Officer

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team At Childrens Mercy we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years.

Childrens Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City a metro abounding in cultural experiences vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in childrens health we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Vice President Chief Development Officer serves as the strategic leader responsible for advancing the mission of the childrens hospital through comprehensive fundraising donor engagement and community partnership efforts. This role is accountable for designing and executing a robust multi-channel philanthropic strategy that secures transformational and sustainable financial support to enhance patient care expand clinical programs invest in research and innovation and strengthen the hospitals impact on children and families. The VP of Development fosters a culture of generosity and stewardship by building meaningful relationships with donors foundations corporations and community stakeholders while partnering closely with executive leadership clinicians and board members. Through visionary leadership data-informed decision-making and a commitment to excellence this role ensures the hospitals philanthropic initiatives align with its strategic priorities and uphold its reputation as a trusted mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all children.

At Childrens Mercy we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve as well as our core values of kindness curiosity inclusion team and integrity.

Additionally its important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve as well as the Childrens Mercy staff we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles mumps rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus diphtheria acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Strategy Governance and Enterprise Leadership

  • Set the strategic vision for philanthropy in alignment with the organizations mission vision and long-term goals.

  • Evaluate internal and external trends to inform short and long range strategies affecting reputation engagement and philanthropic sustainability.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws regulations and professional ethical standards maintaining accountability to donors volunteers guests and governing bodies.
  • Serve as a senior advisor and liaison to executive leadership physicians boards and community stakeholders as a member of the Enterprise Leadership Team.
  • Advance institutional priorities by advising and supporting advisory boards and major initiatives through advocacy and executive influence.
  • Partner with senior leadership to identify and address organizational development needs that impact the effectiveness alignment and sustainability of philanthropy and volunteer programs.
• Operations Engagement and Performance Execution

  • Provide executive oversight and strategic direction for philanthropy operations ensuring alignment performance and integration across donor systems and stewardship programs.

  • Lead enterprise level donor volunteer and guest engagement strategies across the full lifecycle to maximize philanthropic investment and enhance the overall stakeholder experience.
  • Establish strategic plans financial frameworks benchmarks and performance metrics to drive measurable outcomes and ensure effective stewardship of organizational resources.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with key donors and volunteers providing senior level engagement and accountability to advance major philanthropic initiatives.
  • Build and sustain high performing leadership teams by setting clear expectations optimizing organizational structure coaching leaders and fostering a culture of accountability and results.

• Bachelors Degree Business Non-Profit Management Marketing or related field and 12 or more years of experience in non-profit philanthropy fundraising donor relations or related field or
• Masters Degree Business Non-Profit Management Marketing or related field and 10 or more years of experience in non-profit philanthropy fundraising donor relations or related field

The benefits plans at Childrens Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This position is not eligible to work remotely which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Childrens Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Childrens Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees patients parents and visitors. A personal interview formal education and training previous work experience references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race color religion sex national origin age disability creed genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Childrens Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds not just because its the right thing to do but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service you will find a recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring including education ideas culture and beliefs.