Senior Director of Philanthropy

About the role

The role involves working in tandem with the Foundations' president, regional director of major gifts, major gift officers and ministry level executive director foundation leaders to begin planning for a statewide fundraising campaign for Providence Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Qualify and cultivate new donors for the Providence Foundations at all levels and in all areas, with especial emphasis on principal gift capacity ($1M+) prospects to build a solid and long-term individual prospect pipeline.
• Participate in strategy sessions for principal gift and major gift prospects; may serve as facilitator of strategy meetings to include Foundations leadership and development staff.
• Oversee the establishment of over-arching policies and procedures to maximize ROI for the Foundations.
• Participate in metrics and goals discussions with individual Foundations and development officers to ensure equity, stretch performance and viability.
• Work alongside Foundations staff to build relationships with medical staff, executive leadership, nursing staff and Foundation ministry boards.
• Train staff in the culture of philanthropy and the importance of grateful patient fundraising.
• Serve as fundraiser for one or more fundraising priority areas, either on an interim basis or long-term, as determined by the President and in concert with the Regional Director of Major Gifts.
• Rotate areas as needed and appropriate.
• Serve as a mentor and coach as needed and requested to any development officer.
• Write talking points, correspondence, agendas or opinions for the President.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to represent the Providence Foundations and in the larger development community.

Requirements

Education & Credentials:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree (preferred)

Experience & Expertise:

• 10 or more years of cumulative fundraising and leadership experience at like organizations to Providence Foundations

Professional & Leadership Capabilities:

• Enthusiasm and loyalty to the Providence mission and culture, demonstrated in and out of the work environment.
• A clear demonstration of a strong fundraising skill set, with the ability to speak to a deep and wide variety of topics and/or call upon resources to research and present solutions to fundraising problems.
• Exemplary communication skills, including writing, oral/presentation and dialog/meeting facilitation.
• Driven to achieve, learn and establish high expectations.
• The ability to teach and mentor fundraising within the Providence Foundations and in the larger development community to build the Providence brand and learn about fundraising professionalism, trends, and new tools.
• Available as needed throughout the week to respond and problem-solve as well as attend Providence events and meetings.

Why Join Us?

• Transformational Impact: Help shape a statewide philanthropy campaign supporting Providence Oregon, its ministries, and future strategic priorities.
• Principal Giving Leadership: Build and cultivate relationships with transformational donors while advancing a robust principal gift pipeline.
• Strategic Influence: Partner with foundation executives, physician leaders, caregivers, and community stakeholders to advance philanthropic priorities.
• Mentorship & Development: Strengthen fundraising capabilities across multiple foundations through coaching, collaboration, and leadership support.
• Mission ‑ Driven Work: Inspire generosity that advances exceptional care, innovation, research, and healthier communities.

Pay

The full pay range is listed in accordance with applicable law. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, organizational compensation alignment, and the approved hiring department budget for the position. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation and benefits.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.