VP Philanthropy Job Listing at MedStar Health in Washington, DC (Job ID 148532)

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About the Job

General Summary of Position
Dynamic and experienced professional for the role of Vice President of Philanthropy for MedStar Washington Hospital Center. This leadership position will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing MedStar Health's philanthropic strategy and will be dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships with donors' foundations and corporations as well as implementing strategic fundraising initiatives to support the mission and goals of the organization.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves on the entity executive team as the VP of Philanthropy.
• Work closely with the entity executive team to integrate and execute philanthropic goals into the annual operating plan of the organization.
• Partners with the Regional VP for Philanthropy and the VP for Grants to develop and support the execution of grant strategy closely aligned with the organization's strategic and adjacent services.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including hospital leadership clinical departments and administrative teams to identify funding priorities and develop compelling proposals for philanthropic support. Build strategic partnerships with community organizations and other institutions to advance shared healthcare objectives.
• Partners closely with external stakeholders including members of the Board of Directors for MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and the philanthropy committee to support the philanthropy revenue goals of the organization.
• Develops and implements thoughtful strategic cultivation solicitation and stewardship plans for prospective donors for gifts of $1M+.
• Ensures regular contact with donors through various activities and communications especially face to face meetings.
• Develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies staying abreast of industry trends and best practices.
• Meets annual activity and financial performance metrics.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree required
• Advanced Degree preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in healthcare philanthropy ideally within a healthcare system setting required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Fund-Raising Executive - CFRE International or equivalent certification preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in soliciting negotiating and closing gifts.
• Some planned giving experience highly desirable.
• Requires experience at the principal gifts level (7 figure gifts)