Major Gift Officer: Bethesda Hospitals | TriHealth

The Bethesda Foundation is seeking qualified candidates for a Major Gift Officer for Bethesda Hospitals, a part of the TriHealth system. This position reports to Bethesda Foundation President and CEO and provides direct major gift fundraising support for strategic hospital and system-wide initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize moves management to cultivate existing donors, to continue giving in meaningful ways that lead to potential major gifts or planned giving – maintain a portfolio of qualified prospects, and successfully steward them toward philanthropic gifts.
• Work with Grateful Patients and Families, to connect their desire to give back to funding priorities for Bethesda Hospitals and TriHealth.
• Lead cultivation and stewardship of major gift donors through strategic and organized donor centered cultivation activities & events.
• In partnership with Foundation Leadership, lead and execute the Foundation’s grateful patient and family program.
• Build strong working partnerships with key TriHealth clinical leaders to further our mission.

The ideal candidate:

• Has a minimum of a bachelor’s degree (CFRE recommended)
• Minimum of four years development experience, with demonstrated major gift success.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Proven track record of strong relationship building and closing of major gifts.
• Will possess strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and professionalism in their desire to excel in a not-for-profit environment.