Development Assistant Director

Full Job Description

Under general direction, manages fundraising strategies and programs; provides leadership for select development projects; supports the leadership team; plans, develops; and oversees a significant part of the fundraising program; manages the overall donor database system; executes time sensitive initiatives; generates public and private support; articulates the organizational mission in a manner that inspires others; performs other related duties as required.

The Development Assistant Director is a management level classification in the Development series, and reports to an appropriate director level position. This classification is responsible for the development and implementation of special fundraising projects for the Riverside University Health System (RUHS). This class provides leadership to annual giving and major giving programs, long-term fundraising campaigns, and the building and management of a portfolio valued at a minimum of $500,000. The Development Assistant Director is expected to spend 50% of allocated time in the field, accountable to the goal of meeting with at least twenty prospective and current donors per month with a focus on those with the potential to upgrade their annual support to $5,000 and above. Incumbents in this class manage fundraising goals, objectives, and policies for support staff. The Development Assistant Director is accountable to an operational budget, a portfolio of donors, and performs supervisory duties for assigned supportive staff.

The Development Assistant Director is distinguished from the Development Director in that the latter focuses on broader long-term strategy.

This class has been designated At-Will by the Board of Supervisors, in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6, Section 601E (8) of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the RUHS Foundation Executive Director.

This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.

Ideal knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Proficiency with donor related software systems (CRM), strong understanding of nonprofit best practices and industry trends, demonstrated success in corporate partnerships, major donor development and multi-channel fundraising, exceptional communications and relationship building skills, strong strategic planning, project management, and analytical abilities.

Fundraising & Strategy

• Develop and implement fundraising plans that support the RUHS Foundation strategic priorities
• Annual giving, major gifts, foundation/corporate grants, and special fundraising initiatives
• Manage a personal portfolio of major donors and prospects
• Identify emerging fundraising opportunities and evaluate potential for new revenue channels

Skills:

• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects
• Critical thinking skills, including skill in creative and effective decision making and problem identification and resolution, and strong program management skills
• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, principles, and techniques
• Working knowledge of donor database systems, Microsoft office and Canva
• Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to make persuasive and compelling presentations of goals and objectives

Leadership and Management

• Monitor KPI’s to ensure alignment with fundraising goals
• Train and develop high-performing fundraising team members
• Promote a collaborative, mission driven team culture rooted in professionalism and service

Meet the Team!Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region.

Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County.

Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you!

For more information about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.org

Requirements

• Qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donor relationships in order to increase annual giving and engagement of major gifts programs with a focus on building a portfolio valued at least $500,000 and conducting at least twenty donor meetings per month.

• Responsible for managing a portfolio of donors, as well as strategically working with the Development Director in support of his or her portfolio.

• Plan and implement annual giving and special campaign programs as directed by the Development Director.

• Oversee and manage organizational activities, special events and targeted direct mail solicitations.

• Accountable to annual fundraising goals, timelines, budgets, and detailed plans of action for fundraising programs and supportive staff.

• Prepare regular fundraising progress reports on goals for the Executive Director, Foundation Board of Directors and others as directed.

• Oversee all gift-related acknowledgements for annual giving and major gifts. 

• Conduct prospect research with the involvement of key organizational leaders and volunteers for solicitation activities.

• Provide guidance as needed for written proposals, presentation materials and other special resources needed for donor meetings.

• Maintain consistent, active contact with current and past donors to encourage engagement.

• Oversee the planning of all solicitation processes.

• Direct the organization, planning and implementation of volunteer committees for events as appropriate to meet established fundraising objectives.

• Oversee the maintenance and expansion of the organization's database of supporters in coordination with assigned support staff.

• Train and lead other staff and volunteers to support key fundraising efforts.

• Represent the RUHS Hospital when requested at community events and fundraising activities.

• Maintain the confidentiality of organizational and donor information.

Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university, preferably with a major in business, public administration, marketing, communications, or other closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.) 

Experience: At least three years of progressively responsible experience in one or more of the following areas: non-profit work, fundraising, development, marketing, public administration, business administration, and donor management.

Knowledge of: Fundraising methods and principles; office-related software; budget development; management skills; Raiser's Edge by Blackbaud software program; marketing and resource development techniques; desktop publishing and county policies.

Ability to: Plan and organize fundraising programs; demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills; plan large events; demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills; persuade donor prospects; maintain strict confidentiality; demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; supervise supportive staff.