Development Officer

About the role

Location: Wisconsin • Facility: Remote • Department: Foundation • Schedule: Full Time | Day Shift

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity – Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

How you’ll make an impact in this role: Grow the fundraising program through the solicitation of gifts and management of an individual and/or institutional prospect portfolio. Meet fiscal year monetary goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a formal plan to engage prospects in the Moves Management cycle through identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Coordinate with data and research teams to identify prospects.
• Refine the prospect list throughout the year based on qualifications.
• Collaborate with the foundation department leadership and the communications team to develop custom solicitation materials, grants, impact reports, and donor communications.
• Implement tracking systems to manage and refine the donor pipeline and engagement throughout the fiscal year.

Requirements

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 2 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more