Director of Development Programs, Alumni Relations

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Job Title

Director of Development Programs, Alumni Relations

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Philanthropy Institute-Philanthropy Institute

Job Code

T98819

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:00am-5:00pm

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Senior Director, the Director facilitates and works on various activities and programs that support the fundraising priorities of Cleveland Clinic.

Job Details

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Identifies individual and corporate sponsorship prospects, volunteers and donors using various databases, physicians, volunteers and internal colleagues.
• Strategically involves volunteers in planning aspects of events and initiatives to incorporate a broader scope of participation.
• Coordinates donor, sponsor or volunteer interests with the priorities of the organization and develops funding proposals to match interests with needs.
• Coordinates donor communications and stewardship reports for donors concerning Cleveland Clinic priorities, needs and use of their gifts.
• Collaborates with centralized internal colleagues to develop and execute philanthropic projects such as foundation grant applications, cause marketing efforts, fundraising events support, and annual fund.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree required.

Certifications:

• None required.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of five years of experience in project management, donor relations, event management, marketing or soliciting of corporate sponsors.
• Demonstrated success and experience in event management and marketing strategies.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain friendly and cooperative relations with individuals contacted during the course of work, (e.g., corporate executives, volunteers, staff physicians, etc.).
• Ability to perform well in a highly interactive, dynamic team environment.
• Transferable skills may offset some of the experience requirement.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to travel throughout the hospital system.
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment.

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