Learn More City of Hope $75.70 - $126.41 / hr Jun 25, 2026 Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. City of Hope's mission is to turn hope into reality through world-class research, clinical care, and education. The Office of Philanthropy plays a critical role in advancing this mission by securing the philanthropic resources necessary to fuel innovation and patient care. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Planned Giving, the Senior Executive Director, Planned Giving serves as a subject matter expert and strategic leader responsible for driving fundraising success. This role is primarily frontline-focused, managing and soliciting a portfolio of planned giving prospects, while also providing guidance and leadership across the team. The Senior Executive Director will develop donor strategies, cultivate relationships, and collaborate across the organization to support a high-performing, metrics-driven fundraising program. As a successful candidate, you will: Manage a portfolio of planned giving prospects, developing and executing strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors
Build and advance a strong pipeline of prospects through strategic identification, qualification, and engagement efforts
Lead and support planned giving fundraising initiatives aligned with institutional priorities
Prepare compelling proposals and presentations to secure philanthropic support
Conduct donor meetings and cultivation events to educate and engage prospective supporters
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including physicians, leadership, and fundraising partners, to drive joint solicitations
Provide planned giving expertise, tools, and guidance to colleagues across the Office of Philanthropy
Oversee and grow planned giving programs, including donor societies, marketing efforts, and engagement initiatives
Lead and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture
Stay current on planned giving trends, regulations, and opportunities to enhance program impact Qualifications Your qualifications should include: Bachelor's degree in business, philanthropy, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
7+ years of experience in fundraising, development, or a related nonprofit environment
Demonstrated success managing donor portfolios and achieving fundraising goals
3-5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of planned giving vehicles such as trusts, annuities, bequests, and non-cash assets
Experience working in complex healthcare or academic environments preferred
Proven ability to build relationships with high-level donors, volunteers, and internal stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital engagement tools and social media platforms City of Hope employees' pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.