Director Of Development, Individual Giving At Ohsu

Join Oregon Health and Science University as their Director of Development, Individual Giving, and be a vital force in making a difference in Portland, OR! At the OHSU Foundation, each team member's unique contribution to their success is truly valued. In this exciting role, you'll be the magic maker, collaborating with an energized team to raise significant philanthropic support for OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital and the OHSU Department of Pediatrics. Impact the community by developing a donor portfolio that fuels child-health programs. Your passion and dedication will play a pivotal role in achieving approved philanthropic funding goals and making a lasting impact on the lives of children and families.

Come be a part of something extraordinary – where your work truly matters, submit your resume today!

Another Source’s client, Oregon Health and Science University, is recruiting aDirector of Development, Individual Givingto join their team in Portland, OR. This position provides a flexible work schedule with some onsite presence in Portland, Oregon.  

Here’s a little about Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) and the position they are recruiting for: 

OHSU is Oregon’s only public academic health center. We are a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and southwest Washington. We are an institution of higher learning, with schools of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and public health – and with a network of campuses and partners throughout Oregon. We are a national research hub, with thousands of scientists developing lifesaving therapies and deeper understanding. We are a statewide economic engine and Portland’s largest employer. And as a public organization, we provide services for the most vulnerable Oregonians, and outreach to improve health in communities across the state.  Together we are working toward a cause bigger than any of us: to bring health and hope to all. 

The anticipated yearly salary range for this position is: $100,000- 130,000. 

OHSU offers paid time off, health care coverage and a choice of retirement plans.  

Learn more about the benefits here: https://www.ohsu.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits 

About the role:  

In this role, you will work closely with administrative and academic leaders at OHSU and the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital to develop and implement approved philanthropic funding goals and objectives involving clinical services, hospital operations, research, and community education.     

How you will be spending your time: 

• Qualifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding individuals, corporate sponsors, and foundation donor prospects from pipeline.  
• Developing strategies for engaging and upgrading patient partner prospects and current and lapsed donors, with the goal of increasing major and principal gift commitments and expanding the major and principal gift donor pipeline for pediatrics.  
• Establishing productive partnerships within assigned departments and programs; provide coaching on philanthropic principles and tactics, and partner with faculty and/or staff to identify potential fundraising opportunities and develop cases for giving.   
• Maintaining an informed understanding of the science, research and initiatives in assigned programs in order to facilitate communication between faculty and donors.  
• Collaborating with cross-functional colleagues to develop and maximize strategies to secure various types of gifts – annual support, deferred gifts, principal-level gifts – and gifts from various constituents, such as corporations and private foundations.  
• In partnership with Research and Prospect Management, evaluating patient data in assigned programs and identify potential major gift prospects for further research and cultivation.  

• Collaborating with internal partners on the development of fundraising materials, including proposals, solicitations, acknowledgments and reports. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• 7+ years fundraising experience, especially in major and planned gifts. 
• Proven knowledge of all aspects of Development including major gifts, planned gifts, campaigns, annual giving, direct marketing, and volunteer management. 
• Experience in health care/education is preferred. 
• Ability to understand and effectively manage complex issues related to medical education and research in a multi-tiered, academic medical institution. 
• Proven knowledge of all aspects of Development including major gifts, planned gifts, campaigns, annual giving, direct marketing, pipeline development, and volunteer management.  
• Demonstrated success at cultivating and closing major gifts.  
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with many different constituencies, especially physicians, academic community, trustees, business leaders and volunteers.  
• Ability to organize time effectively, establish priorities and manage a large number of tasks simultaneously.  
• Sound judgment and a deep to commitment to high professional standards and ethics.  
• Strong degree of accountability and ownership of programs, projects, and outcomes.  
• Compassionate and culturally-responsive; maintains an ability to work with internal and external individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications and CRM systems.   

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:  

The OHSU Foundation is committed to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization. In keeping with our beliefs and values, no applicant will face discrimination or harassment on the basis of any protected class status, including color, age, current or future military status, disability (physical or mental), gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

Another Source works with their clients, on a retained project basis. We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As you read through the job posting and review the list of qualifications (required and/or preferred), please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us. 

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