Dev Officer, Leadership Gifts Part Time

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP)
United States, New Hampshire, Dover
802 Central Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 01, 2025
The Development Officer, Annual Leadership Gifts is a key member of a dynamic team focused on supporting Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Health Foundation's fundraising initiatives in a fast-paced environment. An energetic team player with a flexible work style; s/he will have a sincere interest in philanthropy and advancing the mission of Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Health Foundation. This position reports to the VP, Philanthropy/Director of Development. The Development Officer will manage the Annual Giving programs with an annual revenue goal of $400,000. Programs include Leadership Annual Giving, Employee Campaign Committee, direct mail and email solicitations. S/he manages stewardship activities in support of Foundation donors/prospects, including custom acknowledgements, proposal concepts, appeals, and planning, prepping for and participating in donor meetings and stewardship events with Foundation gift officers, Hospital leadership, and donors/prospects. S/he manages donor activities, including volunteer leadership groups in a forward moving environment. This includes building relationships with Leadership Annual donors of $1,000+. The Officer will collaborate with other members of the department as needed; and will work with the rest of the fundraising staff in growing fundraising revenues aligned with the Hospital's and Foundation's Strategic Long-Range Plan. Education/Degree Required Bachelor's degree Experience Required * Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, ideally in a fast-paced development office. * Exposure to high level fundraising, stewardship and cultivation events preferred. * Experience with Raiser's Edge or CRM. SkillsRequired (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.) * Displays a high degree of initiative and independent judgment. * Track record of successful solicitation and demonstrated ability to develop strategies for individual prospects; innovative mastery of gift management and best practices covering individual relationship development and database management. * Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong proofreading ability * Highly developed interpersonal skills, working with diverse populations. * Superb organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to multitask * Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations * Demonstrated ability to work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team. * Ability to anticipate challenges and develop and implement strategies for addressing them. * Computer proficiency required, using the full suite of Microsoft office applications and the internet and social media * Ability to travel to meet donors & prospects * Able to maintain variable work schedule to meet department needs. (occasional evenings, weekends). * Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion; Familiarity with HIPAA a plus Preferred * Proficiency in Raiser's Edge or other constituent relationship management database. * Understanding of fundraising programs and the principles and practices of a development operation Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research. Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.