This position is primarily responsible for the development and implementation of strategies designed to source, identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective corporate, government, and foundation grants. The professional in this role will be focused on securing grant funding to support a wide range of Saint Agnes Medical Center (SAMC) programs, service lines, and capital campaign initiatives. This position is responsible for developing and submitting funding proposals to foundations, organizations, and government entities as well as identifying programmatic and capital needs in alignment with Philanthropic priorities. Utilizing the database, the role manages an active portfolio of prospects, prepares gift proposals and agreements, and tracks donor and prospect interactions, including the submission of funding applications. The position works closely with the SAMC donor community, administrative leadership, and community stakeholders. Individual grant-writing goals are established annually in collaboration with the Chief Development Officer to support annual philanthropic revenue goals benefiting SAMC. This includes SAMC, Saint Agnes Medical Foundation, and Central Valley Health Plan as needed.
Requirements
1.Bachelor's degree with emphasis on research and writing; preferably in grants development or journalism, communications, marketing public administration, public health, political science, or related field is required.
2.Five (5) years progressive work experience in foundation/fund development or related field is required.
3.Experience in direct sourcing, solicitation and securing grant funding, asking for and closing of gifts and building/maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents, aimed at a higher level of funding is required.
4.Experience interacting with high level Fresno community leaders and influencers, senior leadership and executive board within a community benefit organization, preferably a hospital is required.
5.Excellent written and oral communication skills, including editing, electronic and social media, and computer efficiency is required.
6. Flexibility and willingness to work with energy to accomplish given goals are required
7.Must demonstrate Saint Agnes Core Values; reverence, commitment to those experiencing poverty, justice, stewardship, integrity, and safety.
8. Proficient in working discreetly with highly sensitive and confidential information is required
Pay Range 73,049 - $109,553
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree emphasizing research and writing, preferably in grants development, journalism, communications, marketing, public administration, public health, political science, or a related field.
- Five years of progressive experience in foundation development, fund development, or a related field.
- Experience sourcing, soliciting, and securing grant funding; asking for and closing gifts; and building long-term relationships with fundraising constituents.
- Experience interacting with senior community leaders, influencers, executive leadership, and boards within a community benefit organization, preferably a hospital.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including editing, electronic and social media, and computer proficiency.
- Flexibility and willingness to work energetically to accomplish assigned goals.
- Ability to demonstrate the organization's core values, including reverence, justice, stewardship, integrity, and safety.
- Ability to work discreetly with highly sensitive and confidential information.
What We Do
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 88 hospitals, 131 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 125 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, its annual operating revenue is $20.2 billion with $1.2 billion returned to its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
