Philanthropy Officer

• General Summary
• Identifies, qualifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of donors and prospects who can give $10,000+ annually, and/or who are interested in a planned gift.

Develops and implements moves management plans for each assigned donor. Works as part of an integrated philanthropy team to develop best practice philanthropic strategies, builds a culture of philanthropy at WellSpan and develops standard and efficient processes and practices.

• Duties and Responsibilities

• Essential Functions:

• + Identifies, qualifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards major and planned giving donors and prospects, including grateful patients, community leaders, system leaders, and physicians.

+ Implements moves management plans for top Major Giving/Planned Giving prospects. Develops and implements prospect research. Participates as a member of the systemwide donor cultivation/solicitation/stewardship strategy team. + Maintains meaningful relationships with approximately 50-60 Major Giving/Planned Giving donors and prospects to advance their relationship with the Foundation, tracking contacts, visits, solicitations, and important donor information in the Raisers Edge donor database. + Develops key relationships with 7-10 physician partners for the purpose of securing gratitude referrals within WellSpan service line(s). + Participates in planning long-term Foundation goals and strategies. + Staffs board committees as assigned by the Executive or Regional Executive Director. + Stays current in Major Giving and Gratitude best practices and communicates same to the team, updating policy, practice, and strategy adjustments accordingly.

• Common Expectations:

• + Prepares reports and analysis appropriate to job duties, assignments, and responsibilities.

+ Attends Philanthropy/Foundation events, activities, and meetings. + Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. + Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety standards. + Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation. + Knows, understands, and lives WellSpan values of Working as One, Respect for All, Do the Right Thing, Assume Good Intent and Find a Better Way.

• Travel Requirements:

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Estimated Amount:

30% - Local travel throughout the WellSpan footprint to meet with donors and 5% out of state travel.

• Qualifications

• Minimum Education:

• + Associates Degree Required + Bachelors Degree Preferred

• Work Experience:

• + 3 years In a successful Major Giving/Principal Gifts capacity in Healthcare Philanthropy. Required

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• + Excellent interpersonal, relationship building and communications (written and verbal) skills.

+ Ability to organize work and to work independently and as part of a team. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Ability to perform basic database functions, including donor information entry and reports. + Computer applications skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite). + Strong writing skills. + Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.

• Benefits Offered:

• + Comprehensive health benefits + Retirement savings plan + Paid time off (PTO) + Education assistance + Financial education and support, including DailyPay + Expanded Paid Parental Leave For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org) (https://www.joinwellspan.org/benefits/)
• Quality of Life
• Founded in 1741, the city of York is considered by many as the first capital of the United States.

The Articles of Confederation were signed by the Second Continental Congress here in 1777. Its beautifully restored historic district is an architectural treasure. While York retains its farming and manufacturing heritage, at its heart York is a thriving cultural community that has attracted creative talent and innovative entrepreneurial investors from across the nation. Life in York County offers affordable housing, options for higher education, a thriving arts and cultural community, historical attractions, parks and recreational resources, semi-professional baseball team, fine dining and more - within an easy drive of major East Coast cities. York County residents can find local employment in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, agricultural and service sectors. (Patient population: 445,000)WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.