Ascension
Vice President of Foundation Development - Ascension Saint Thomas
Ascension, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Overview
Vice President & Chief Development Officer (Foundation) at Ascension Saint Thomas. Location: Nashville, TN. Eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Reports to: Ministry Market Chief Strategy Officer. The role is responsible for developing and implementing the Foundation strategic plan that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of Ascension. Leads the Foundation team and oversees fundraising and operational goals. Responsibilities
Collaborate with hospital leadership, physicians, and stakeholders to develop/maintain a compelling Philanthropic Priority Inventory of strategic funding opportunities aligned with the market’s strategic plans. Provide oversight of fundraising programs to ensure achievement of annual and long-term goals, including grateful patient, major gifts, planned gifts, corporate and foundation relations, and annual giving programs. Ensure meaningful donor recognition programs that reflect gratitude and reinforce ongoing engagement. Develop, energize, and motivate staff through example, coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities. Oversee accurate reporting, gift processing, and data management systems to ensure transparency and donor confidence. Partner with communications and marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging and storytelling that highlight donor impact. Serve as primary relationship manager to Foundation Board members, manage Board meetings and engagements, track Board fundraising and engagement activity, and hold Board members accountable to fundraising and activity goals. Requirements
Education: Associate's degree or Bachelor’s degree with 7 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required, with 4 of those years in leadership/management. Additional Preferences
Understanding and appreciation of Ascension’s mission. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and excellent attention to detail. Demonstrated experience leading, implementing, and integrating a full range of development and fundraising programs, including robust major gifts fundraising experience. Progressive responsibility in fundraising operations with best practices in all areas. Proven track record of closing six- and seven-figure gifts. Problem-solving and decision-making skills with creative development strategy implementation. Proficiency with Google applications and development databases; experience with Raiser’s Edge, Constant Contact, Classy, DonorSearch and/or iWave preferred. Benefits
Paid time off (PTO) Health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match Disability coverage (long-term & short-term) Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Note:
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including experience, skills, education, performance, location, and salary range at the time of the offer. Additional Information
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ascension provides EEO to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. For more information, view the EEO Know Your Rights posters. As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers benefits to support military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Ascension will make offers of employment only to individuals who have applied through our official application. Job details
Seniority level: Executive Employment type: Full-time Job function: Business Development and Sales Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Vice President & Chief Development Officer (Foundation) at Ascension Saint Thomas. Location: Nashville, TN. Eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Reports to: Ministry Market Chief Strategy Officer. The role is responsible for developing and implementing the Foundation strategic plan that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of Ascension. Leads the Foundation team and oversees fundraising and operational goals. Responsibilities
Collaborate with hospital leadership, physicians, and stakeholders to develop/maintain a compelling Philanthropic Priority Inventory of strategic funding opportunities aligned with the market’s strategic plans. Provide oversight of fundraising programs to ensure achievement of annual and long-term goals, including grateful patient, major gifts, planned gifts, corporate and foundation relations, and annual giving programs. Ensure meaningful donor recognition programs that reflect gratitude and reinforce ongoing engagement. Develop, energize, and motivate staff through example, coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities. Oversee accurate reporting, gift processing, and data management systems to ensure transparency and donor confidence. Partner with communications and marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging and storytelling that highlight donor impact. Serve as primary relationship manager to Foundation Board members, manage Board meetings and engagements, track Board fundraising and engagement activity, and hold Board members accountable to fundraising and activity goals. Requirements
Education: Associate's degree or Bachelor’s degree with 7 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required, with 4 of those years in leadership/management. Additional Preferences
Understanding and appreciation of Ascension’s mission. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and excellent attention to detail. Demonstrated experience leading, implementing, and integrating a full range of development and fundraising programs, including robust major gifts fundraising experience. Progressive responsibility in fundraising operations with best practices in all areas. Proven track record of closing six- and seven-figure gifts. Problem-solving and decision-making skills with creative development strategy implementation. Proficiency with Google applications and development databases; experience with Raiser’s Edge, Constant Contact, Classy, DonorSearch and/or iWave preferred. Benefits
Paid time off (PTO) Health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match Disability coverage (long-term & short-term) Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Note:
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including experience, skills, education, performance, location, and salary range at the time of the offer. Additional Information
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ascension provides EEO to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. For more information, view the EEO Know Your Rights posters. As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers benefits to support military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Ascension will make offers of employment only to individuals who have applied through our official application. Job details
Seniority level: Executive Employment type: Full-time Job function: Business Development and Sales Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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