Program Manager - Community Fundraising

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

 

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

 

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

 

About Philanthropy

Fred Hutch’s Philanthropy department raises funds that accelerate cancer and related disease research, clinical research, and advance education to help Fred Hutch become the world’s best cancer center. Since April 2022, Fred Hutch has served as the cancer program for UW Medicine, and Philanthropy is proud to raise funds that fuel the adult oncology program on behalf of both Fred Hutch and UW Medicine.

 

Our team of more than 140 staff implement high-performing, relationship-based fundraising programs that engage and inspire thousands of supporters who are passionate about fueling world-changing science. Our FY27 goals include advancing our ambitious $3 billion Campaign for Fred Hutch, increasing our annual fundraising, deepening our patient family fundraising, and expanding support from local and national communities. Our success is made possible through a deep commitment to operational excellence and an environment of belonging.

 

Job Summary

The Program Manager, Community Fundraising, is a member of the Experience & Engagement program and reports to the Program Director, Peer-to-Peer. The Experience & Engagement program is responsible for broad-based fundraising; peer-to-peer programming; donor communications; donor marketing; and a robust pipeline of events.

 

The Program Manager, Community Fundraising, is responsible for the development, management, planning, production, and delivery of program priorities within Philanthropy. The Program Manager, Community Fundraising, is responsible for building relationships and managing engagement and growth of community fundraising initiatives that connect and empower people who want to channel their passion and raise funds to end cancer and infectious disease.

 

 

Some travel and weekend and evening work may be required.

 

This position is a hybrid role with a minimum two days per week at our South Lake Union campus.

 

A cover letter is required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with peer-to-peer team to meet ambitious fundraising goals and metrics by growing revenue, participation, and reach for peer-to-peer initiatives.
• Manage a portfolio of donors and prospective donors hosting community fundraising initiatives on behalf of Fred Hutch. Manage engagement; provide support; develop promotional plans; cheer results; and attend events raising $10,000 or more.
• Collaborate in the development of new peer-to-peer initiatives including by researching and identifying new fundraising opportunities and community partnerships; cultivating relationships with communities and influencers; and developing fundraising opportunities with prospective partners.
• Serve as a resource to colleagues across the department on peer-to-peer strategies and opportunities.
• Build strategic and collegial partnerships to problem-solve and strengthen programs.
• Manage engagement and strategic growth of internal and/or external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Philanthropy leaders and partners teams to develop innovative strategies and clear goals and implement programs/projects that deliver on those goals.
• Implement and manage all aspects and logistics of assigned projects from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with partner teams and programs to produce deliverables.
• Document and maintain reco