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UnityPoint Health · 1 month ago

Director Development - Foundation

Grundy Center, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

UnityPoint Health is committed to fostering a culture of philanthropy and is seeking a Director Development - Foundation to manage the GCMH Foundation. This role involves planning and executing strategies to develop donor relationships, oversee fundraising efforts, and ensure the foundation's operational success.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute the annual campaign strategy, including appeals and fundraising goals

Lead efforts to attract annual gifts through direct mail, visits, events, grants, and business/organization partnerships

Oversee and grow the planned giving program, including donor and professional advisor education

Ensure accurate gift recordkeeping, acknowledgement, allocation, and IRS-compliant documentation

Conduct research on gift potential from individuals, corporations, and grantmaking organizations

Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors, including managing pledge reminders and billing

Attend and support Foundation Board and Committee meetings, including agenda oversight and timely financial reporting

Oversee Foundation programs such as scholarships, FOCUS grants, and the Grateful Patient Program

Lead internal campaigns (Associate Giving, Capital Campaigns) and support recruitment/orientation of board members and key volunteers

Provide leadership and performance management for Foundation team members while staying current on philanthropic best practices

Qualification

Fundraising strategyDonor relationsDatabase managementCommunity service experienceMicrosoft Office SuitePublic relationsLeadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration, Non-Profit Administration, Marketing, Public Relations, Healthcare, Communication or related field

Demonstrated experience and participation in community service and professional organizations and activities

Experience with managing a database

Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite