Executive Director, Development

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the VP & Chief Development Officer, the Executive Director, Development, will be a key strategic leader for the Development Office overseeing Operations, Prospect Management, Events, and Development Strategy (approximately 30% of the team).   The Executive Director, Development will sit on the Development Executive Leadership Team.. This group will set department and team strategy ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, monitor progress towards departmental and team goals, lead and execute projects in support of BMCHS philanthropy, and work collaboratively to identify and address system-wide opportunities and challenges. The Executive Director, Development will be responsible for ensuring that the support service structure is in alignment with overarching strategic goals and priorities of the department and supports the philanthropic goals of our frontline teams. This position, in conjunction with the other Executive Leadership team members, will also oversee the implementation and roll out of philanthropic practices at the two newest hospitals within the BMCHS System, Good Samarian Medical Center (GSMC) and St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center (SEMC).

The Executive Director, Development is accountable for the development, implementation, and ongoing success of a highly functional cross-cutting support service model, identifying opportunities for transformation and innovation to improve outcomes and efficiencies across the department. They will lead annual goal setting including the creation of dashboards to track performance, drive institutional policy management & design, and provide project oversight to key performance driving. This role is responsible for the management and functionality of the CRM database and related software solutions, including data integrity & security and gift processing standards, in addition to providing timely and insightful analysis and interpretation of fundraising data. 

This position requires a combination of proactive leadership, strategic planning, financial acumen, philanthropic experience, and operational expertise. 

The ideal candidate will be an energetic Development expert with substantial experience in a matrixed organizational structure who can effectively collaborate and communicate across various functions and manage competing priorities. A demonstrated commitment to social justice and equality, a proven dedication to fostering inclusion and continuous learning, and a history of engagement within large social impact or healthcare organizations is essential.

Position: Executive Director, Development        

Department: Development

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Strategy

• Collaborate with  hospital and system leadership, senior clinical and administrative staff, and Development leadership, to establish strategic priorities and ensure operational excellence for the BMCHS Development portfolio.
• Set goals, strategies, and priorities for their team in support of the entire Development enterprise to maximize revenue and resources; ensure the success of strategies and processes that drive effective communication and engagement among Development staff, maintain momentum across all initiatives, and create opportunities to streamline operations and optimize resources.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging opportunities and implement changes, while maintaining consistency with best practices, Development goals and organizational culture.
• Lead the strategic planning process in conjunction with the VP & CDO and other executive leadership team members ;own and manage the implementation of the strategy; track and report on performance and progress;  ensure timely attainment of milestones and production of work aligned with strategic goals.

Operational and Financial Expertise

• Build and maintain key relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to drive institutional change and understanding around philanthropic processes and procedures at the highest level of the organization.
• Provide guidance to CDO, frontline fundraisers, and internal partners on regulatory and legal compliance, gift acceptance policies, and accounting requirements for contributions to the Institution.
• Serve as operational lead for major projects that support the implementation of BMCHS’ strategic plan and philanthropic integration of two new hospitals into the BMCHS system
• Drive hospital and department financial performance by analyzing philanthropic, operational, and financial data to support department and institutional goal setting and decision making.
• Oversee creation of reports for leadership (C-suite, board members, department) that prov