Vice President of Foundations - Marshall Health Network

Vice President Of Foundations

The Vice President of Foundations is a key member of the executive leadership team for the academic health system, Marshall Health Network (MHN), and is responsible for the strategic leadership, alignment, and oversight of all MHN-affiliated foundations. This individual is responsible for direct fundraising strategy, driving philanthropic initiatives, and ensuring coordination across all foundation entities within the network to maximize impact, donor engagement, and resource development in support of MHN's mission of Advancing Health, Inspiring Hope and Serving You.

Specific Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Alignment

• Develop and implement a unified philanthropic vision across all MHN-affiliated foundations.
• Align fundraising goals and activities with the strategic priorities of the network, including clinical care, research, education, and community health.
• Serve as a thought partner to executive leadership on opportunities for transformational giving and capital campaigns.
• Maintain an excellent level of professional staff through recruitment and retention programs.
• Foster a collaborative, ethical, and high-performing environment through role modeling, professional development, and team support.

Fundraising & Donor Engagement

Foundation Governance & Operations

Collaboration & Communication

Financial Accountability

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in nonprofit management, business, healthcare administration, or related field strongly preferred.

Experience : Minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience in fundraising, foundation management, or development within healthcare, higher education, or nonprofit sectors. Proven record of soliciting and closing major, planned, and transformational gifts. Expertise in metrics-driven fundraising, data analytics, and major gift programs. Successful experience with capital, project-based, and comprehensive campaigns. Significant experience managing professional staff and volunteer boards. Proficiency in budgeting and fiscal management. Exceptional leadership, relationship-building, and communication skills. Deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape in Appalachia and rural communities.

Preferred

Significant experience in healthcare or academic medicine philanthropy. Advanced degree or continuing education in fundraising or nonprofit management. Professional fundraising certifications / designations (e.g., CFRE, ACFRE, FAHP, CSPG, CAP).

Key Attributes