Development Specialist

Development Specialist

The Ascension St. Vincent Foundation is the philanthropic arm for raising funds to support programs, services, and technology that benefit patients and families. The Development Specialist advances this mission by managing grant and foundation relationships, crafting compelling cases for support, and cultivating a portfolio of mid-level, major, and planned giving prospects. Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of grant management and fundraising experience is a MUST!

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Participate in fundraising campaigns, grant administration, major gift and/or charitable development programs. Responsibilities: Assist with fundraising campaigns including budgets and timelines. Coordinate the creative process, file selection, production and mailing, and the acknowledgement process. Support strategy to train staff on marketing campaigns, soliciting donors, and defining levels of giving and benefits. Create printed materials and update databases and websites with campaign program information. Implement donor relations/recognition activities. Develop donor confidence and relationships through effective gift solicitation, processing and acknowledgement. Support the development and implementation of tracking strategies for solicitation efforts and perform analysis of data for results.

Certification specializing in Fund Raising preferred. High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Manage a portfolio of approximately 50-75 individual prospects, family foundations or grant funding organizations with a focus on mid-level, major and planned gift potential Implement cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies to meet fundraising goals set annually Conduct prospect identification and qualification to build strong pipeline of grand funders and mid, major and legacy gift donors Personally solicit gifts and partner with leadership and volunteers on solicitations of higher-capacity donors Identify and engage donors with potential interest in planned giving, helping them explore legacy options such as bequests, charitable trusts, or beneficiary designations that align with their philanthropic goals Identify external grant opportunities that align with hospital and Foundation priorities Prepare and submit grant proposals, reports, and supporting documentation in partnership with clinical and program staff Manage internal grant calendar to ensure timely submissions and reporting compliance Track and evaluate outcomes related to secured grants and ensure donor intent is fulfilled Lead the development of compelling cases for support for hospital initiatives, capital campaigns, programs, and endowed funds. Develop customized proposals that align with the interests and capacity of grant funders, mid-level and major donors and family foundations Maintain accurate and timely tracking of all donor activities using Raiser's Edge donor database Oversee budget and timelines for assigned areas, ensuring deadlines are met Work collaboratively with Foundation staff Assist with additional projects as assigned Bachelor's degree required Minimum of three years of grant management and fundraising experience

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.