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Associate Vice President, Major Gifts

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confidentialPalo Alto (CA)

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Associate Vice President, Major GiftsAbout the Company Independent philanthropy providing top-level children's health care IndustryPhilanthropyTypeNon Profit Founded1996Employees51-200 Categories Health Care Associations and Organizations Charitable Organizations & Foundations Child Health OrganizationsGrantmakingFundraisingAdvocacy GroupNon-Profit & Philanthropy Specialtiesphilanthropystewardshipplanned givingchild healthchildren's healthdevelopmentfundraisingmajor giftskids dataand children with special health care needs
About the Role: The Company is seeking an Associate Vice President, Major Gifts to lead and expand its major gifts vertical, with a focus on securing philanthropic investments between $100,000 and $5 million. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and nurturing relationships with high-capacity donors, as well as engaging with key stakeholders in the pediatric health, research, and philanthropy sectors. This role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in frontline fundraising, team management, and a passion for advancing child and maternal health through philanthropy. The Associate Vice President will be expected to meet or exceed revenue goals, mentor a team of fundraising professionals, and ensure that all activities align with the Foundation's values and standards of excellence. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 12 years' fundraising experience, including a significant history of securing 6 and 7-figure gifts. The role demands exceptional relationship management, strategic thinking, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, academic medical, and philanthropic environment. The ideal candidate will have a background in major gifts fundraising, a strong understanding of donor relationship management, and the ability to influence across a complex ecosystem. Operational excellence, including the ability to turn strategy into results and a commitment to the Foundation's mission, are essential. The role is dynamic and may evolve to meet the changing needs of the organization. Hiring Manager TitleVice President, Major Gifts FunctionsNon-Profit Management

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