Philanthropy Specialist: Programs & Partnerships
Summary
The Philanthropy Specialist , Programs & Partnerships i s responsible for turning fundraising strategy into action. This role drives the day-to-day execution of program funding efforts, ensuring grants are submitted , campaigns are launched, donors are stewarded, and impact is clearly communicated. This role also will hold an entry to mid -level donor portfolio to support the Quality of Life programs.
Working in close partnership with the Director and Foundation team, this role serves as the operational engine behind program-based philanthropy, translating big ideas into tangible outputs that generate revenue and strengthen donor trust.
This is a highly detail-oriented, deadline-driven role that sits at the center of data, storytelling, and execution. The Specialist manages day-to-day donor relationships , supports grant activity, and delivers thoughtful stewardship experiences that demonstrate impact and strengthen long-term donor engagement across key progra m areas, including quality-of-life initiatives, Wheelchair & Adaptive Sports, recreation therapy, child and family services, and community-based programs.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Execution & Donor Experiences
P rogram Collaboration & Donor Engagement
Donor Stewardship & Engagement
Coordinates donor recognition, thank-you communications, site visits, and program engagement opportunities.
Grants , Research, & Prospecting Support
Team Collaboration & Professional Development
Leadership Must-Haves will be followed for patient and staff interactions:
E nsuring a welcoming experience for all we serve, regardless of origin, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status .
Customer Service Responsibilities
Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards of behaviors as well as encourages, coaches, and monitors the same in team members. This individual should consistently promote teamwork and direct communication with co-workers and deal discretely and sensitively with confidential information.
Responsibilities in Quality Improvement
Contribute by identifying problems and seeking solutions. Promote patient/family satisfaction where possible; participates in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service.
Essential Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, healthcare administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Proven experience managing a donor portfolio, including identifying , cultivating, soliciting , and stewarding individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
Exceptional relationship-building skills with donors, volunteers, internal stakeholders, and community partners.
High-energy, positive, “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail; high degree of initiative with an ability to work independently.
Experience supporting quality-of-life, patient experience, child and family services, or community-based programs.
Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification
Levels:
None (No specific requirements)
Occasionally (Less than 1/3)
Frequently (1/3 to 2/3)
Majority (More than 2/3)
Remain in a stationary position: Majority
Traverse or move around work location: None
Use keyboard: Frequently
Operate or use department specific equipment: None
Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder: None
Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: None
Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: Frequently
Transport, position, and/or exert force:
Up to 10 pounds: Occasionally
Up to 25 pounds: _____
Up to 50 pounds: _____
Up to 75 pounds: _____
More than 100 pounds: _____
Other weight: Up to___ pounds _____
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Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] .
Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic .
