Development Officer, Individual Giving

Sep 27

Anticipated Start Date: 11/1/2024

Description

Working as a member of the Major Gifts and Individual Giving team, the Development Officer will be responsible for engaging individual donors in the mission and work of BMC.

He/She will contribute to the team’s fundraising goals by qualifying new prospects and building a pipeline of donors who have the capacity to make five-figure gifts. This role will primary be working in a discovery portfolio and report to the Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving.

Responsibilities

Identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit prospective donors through patient screening, networking, and in partnership with Development Research, to drive vital revenue for BMC.
Actively prospect and engage for new friends and grateful patients of BMC around the hospital’s top fundraising priorities.
Engage donors through personal/virtual visits, phone calls, and written correspondence. Manage a portfolio of about 250 prospects, and complete 75-100 prospect visits annually.
Meet, and when possible, exceed set revenue targets. Other metrics to be discussed.
Retain and upgrade existing five-figure donors and leverage pool of sustaining donors for long-term, major gift pipeline development
Liaise regularly with identified clinical leads and program directors to understand and support departmental/programmatic priorities; advance and manage donor relationships where appropriate.
Provide prep and background information to key providers and leaders when needed.
Manage volunteers from BMC’s Philanthropic Trust to further expand the Development Office’s reach and identify and engage new individuals around BMC’s philanthropic aims.
Develop gift proposals, stewardship reports, engagement opportunities, and other written materials as necessary in partnership with team members in Development Communications.
Submit timely contact reports, proposals, and other necessary documentation using NXT; have familiarity with fundraising CRMs
Partner with other development colleagues, such as the Planned Giving and Annual Fund team, on appropriate areas for collaboration to maximize revenue for the hospital Participate in annual program planning, goal setting, and assessment.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and development work experience required.

EXPERIENCE: At least 3 years relevant experience. Prior experience and familiarity with partnering with clinical and programmatic leadership strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Demonstrated success with individual solicitations and experience with portfolio management
Excellent writing and interpersonal communications skills
Proven track record in working within complex programs managing multiple demands, and balance evolving needs.
Proven ability to make decisions, work independently, and as a team player
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters

Salary Range and Employee Benefits

$68,000-90,000

How to Apply for this Job

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About the Organization

Dedicated to providing accessible healthcare to everyone. At Boston Medical Center, all are welcome and treated equally. The best and brightest physicians, representing virtually every medical specialty, choose to work here for the opportunity to make a difference in their community and beyond. Unwavering in its commitment to the community, BMC is a private, not-for-profit, 514-bed, academic medical center located in Boston's historic South End.

The primary teaching affiliate for Boston University School of Medicine, BMC is the largest safety-net hospital and busiest trauma and emergency services center in New England. More than half of our patients come from underserved populations, such as the low-income and elderly, who rely on government payers such as Medicaid, the Health Safety Net, and Medicare for their coverage; 32 percent do not speak English as a primary language.

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