Development Associate

Job Description

The Development Fundraising Associate will support the Foundation's team in fundraising, communications, and administration activities aligned with its mission and strategic plan. Coordinates the development, implementation, and growth of all priority programs, including staff giving, grateful patients, online giving, third-party fundraisers, community outreach, and in-kind donations. Position requires an ability to effectively and successfully communicate Beacon Health Foundation's mission, goals and accomplishments to others. This position reports to the President of Beacon Health Foundation.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Fundraising

• In collaboration with foundation associates, identifies potential donors and fundraising opportunities for corporate and Foundation donors.
• Manages a small prospect portfolio (including event sponsorship, foundations, and corporations).
• Manage the grant application process for the Foundation's internal Giving Circle, including research towards new funding opportunities, applications, and post-award stewardship efforts.
• Solicit donors via face-to-face meetings, phone, written proposals, direct mail, etc.
• Lead the administration of activities to solicit and steward gifts from employees of all levels.

Events

• Plans and executes events, cultivation and fundraising events and tours with leaders, GO's, other departments, and key stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the grassroots fundraising program by identifying individuals/groups who would like to host a grassroots event to benefit Beacon.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for any individuals or groups who want to donate in-kind to Beacon.
• Coordinate in-kind donation drives on behalf of Beacon.
• Manage volunteers.

Administration/Project Management

• Responsible for managing timelines and strategic planning for assigned events and initiatives.
• Effectively utilizes Raiser's Edge and any other ancillary tools.
• Provides regular and accurate updates on gift activity and fundraising results.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

• Completes other job-related assignments and special projects as directed.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department-specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a Bachelor's degree. Requires a minimum of two years experience in a position interacting with different audiences including internal stakeholders and departments, and throughout the community.

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrated success in achieving financial goals and/or performance standards in a metric-driven environment.
• Requires knowledge of fund development.
• Experience with Raiser's Edge or a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) preferred.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of Applications.
• Meticulous attention to detail in all matters.
• Advanced writing skills that produce clear, accurate, and persuasive communications.
• Exceptional organizational skills; ability to project manage through layers and across multiple departments.
• Ability to demonstrate high flexibility and resourcefulness amidst changing needs and demands.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision; work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed..
• Knowledge of hospital operations is preferred.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data.

Working Conditions

• Requires local and regional travel and occasional national travel (to meetings, conferences, community events, etc).

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position.