Senior Philanthropy Officer, Research and Innovation

About the role

The Senior Philanthropy Officer, Research and Innovation (SPORI) is a senior level fundraiser at Seattle Children’s Foundation. This role serves as a key liaison between Seattle Children’s Research Institute (SCRI) leadership and visionary donors, focusing on transforming pediatric science and innovation into compelling philanthropic narratives.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with renowned investigators and executive leadership to optimize philanthropic opportunities.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive philanthropic roadmap, aligning fundraising efforts with SCRI and Foundation leaders.
• Secure principal and transformational giving for research initiatives, working in collaboration with Research and Foundation leadership.
• Manage a robust portfolio of major and principal gift donors, overseeing the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship process.
• Partner with the Chief Scientific Officer, Chief Innovation Officer, and Chief Research Operations Officer to establish and refine fundraising priorities for specific research programs.
• Serve as a vital liaison between the Foundation, the Hospital, and the Research Institute, managing high-level relationships with Trustees, volunteers, and key community stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional designation.
• Minimum ten years’ experience in the fundraising profession, with progressively increasing scope of responsibility.
• Minimum seven years' experience in major giving ($100K+) and principal giving ($1M+) fundraising.
• Minimum seven years' experience working with institutional leadership and leadership volunteers.
• Minimum five years' experience developing and managing fundraising plans.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of securing seven-figure gifts by partnering directly with principal investigators and clinicians.
• Experience in a hospital, university, or organization of equivalent size, scope, and complexity.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to translate complex scientific concepts into compelling narratives.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Benefits

Seattle Children’s offers a competitive compensation range, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on benefits can be found on our website.