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Board & Donor Relations Coordinator
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What they do
A Public Relations Officer works as part of a Public Relations team to create a positive public image for an organization or business. Researches, writes and distributes press releases to targeted media, collates and analyzes media coverage, prepares and supervises the production of publicity brochures, handouts or direct mail leaflets. May write or editing in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and annual reports.
$101,282 / year median in Oregon
-2% projected decline
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Plays a vital role in advancing the mission of the five Samaritan Foundations by supporting the team in two key areas: board engagement and donor stewardship. Ensures the smooth operation of board and committee activities while also helping cultivate meaningful relationships with annual and mid-level donors. The ideal candidate is highly organized, relational, and mission-driven—someone who thrives on connecting people to purpose and creating exceptional experiences for volunteers and donors alike.DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Team members of the Samaritan Health Services Foundations actively engage philanthropic partners in the mission of SHS, its five hospitals, and its many healthcare services. This team works with individuals, businesses, and foundations to encourage investment in the SHS vision of providing the highest standard of healthcare to enhance the patient experience and improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As active members in the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy, team members are dedicated to developing philanthropic relationships that are guided by the Donor Bill of Rights and managed with integrity and respect.EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required. Two (2) years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, volunteer coordination, or a related field required. Experience in a healthcare, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization preferred.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint); willingness to learn donor CRM tools (e.g., Raiser's Edge). Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality. Familiarity with donor stewardship strategies, moves management, or volunteer board governance. Knowledge of Benton, Lincoln, Lincoln counties' philanthropic and civic communities. Understanding of HIPAA regulations related to fundraising and patient privacy. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills; enjoys connecting with people in person and by phone.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Rarely (1- 10% of the time) Occasionally (11
- 33% of the time) Frequently (34
- 66% of the time) Continually (67
- 100% of the time) CLIMB
- STAIRS CLIMB
- LADDER WALK
- INCLINE SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) SQUAT Repetitive KNEEL (on knees) CRAWL (hands & knees)
ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY WALK
- LEVEL
SURFACE LIFT
(Floor toWaist:
0- 36") 20
- 40 Lbs LIFT (Waist to
Eye:
up to 54") 20- 40Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 0
- 20 pounds
STAND LIFT
(Knee to chest: 24- 54") 20
- 40 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0
- 20 pounds
BEND FORWARD
at waistROTATE TRUNK
SittingROTATE TRUNK
Standing REACH- Forward REACH
- Upward PUSH (20-40 pounds force) PULL (20-40 pounds force) None specified