Texas Childrens Hospital

Director of Philanthropy (Austin)

Texas Childrens Hospital • $110K — $130K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 7+ years of fundraising experience
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing fundraisers
  • Experience in strategic fundraising development
  • Strong understanding of philanthropy in healthcare
  • Proficiency with CRM systems for donor management

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy for Austin
  • Partner with leadership to integrate philanthropy into clinical and community initiatives
  • Identify and implement strategies to enhance donor engagement and investment
  • Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders in the community
  • Lead volunteer engagement to boost philanthropic awareness
  • Recruit and mentor a high-performing fundraising team
  • Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and develop engagement strategies

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence healthcare philanthropy at a regional level
  • Engagement with high-level stakeholders including physicians and executives
  • Support for professional growth through training and development
  • Dynamic work environment focused on community impact
  • Collaborative culture promoting innovation in fundraising
Full Job Description
Job Description

Lead Regional Philanthropy Strategy and Growth
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy for the Austin region that aligns with Texas Children's philanthropic vision, organizational priorities, and long-term growth objectives.
  • Partner with executive leadership, physicians, and clinical leaders to integrate philanthropy into regional clinical expansion, patient care, research, and community engagement initiatives.
  • Identify emerging philanthropic opportunities, establish fundraising priorities, and implement strategies that expand donor engagement and philanthropic investment throughout the Austin market.
  • Collaborate with system-wide Philanthropy, Marketing & Communications, and operational leaders to ensure a coordinated approach to fundraising and donor stewardship.

Build and Strengthen Strategic Partnerships
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with physicians, executive leaders, donors, volunteers, community organizations, and civic leaders to advance fundraising priorities and strengthen Texas Children's philanthropic presence in Central Texas.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to physician and clinical leadership, fostering a culture of philanthropy and equipping stakeholders to engage effectively in donor cultivation and solicitation.
  • Lead volunteer engagement efforts and partner with regional volunteer leadership to expand community awareness and philanthropic support.

Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams
  • Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing fundraising team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous professional growth.
  • Establish clear performance expectations, monitor fundraising outcomes, and leverage data-driven insights to optimize team performance and fundraising effectiveness.
  • Promote operational excellence through efficient fundraising practices, resource stewardship, and continuous process improvement.

Drive Major Gift Fundraising Performance
  • Personally manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors while leading strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward transformational philanthropic investments.
  • Partner closely with physicians, executive leaders, and volunteers to develop compelling donor engagement strategies and secure significant philanthropic support.
  • Achieve annual fundraising goals through strategic pipeline development, portfolio management, and disciplined prospect strategy.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of donor engagement, gift activity, and prospect management within CRM systems to support effective fundraising operations.


QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:
  • 7 + years of fundraising experience
  • 5 + years of leadership experience managing fundraisers


Preferred:
  • Master's Degree

About Texas Childrens Hospital

Texas Children's Hospital is a pediatric hospital located in Houston, Texas. The hospital was founded in 1954 and is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine. Texas Children's Hospital has over 4,000 employees and is one of the largest pediatric hospitals in the United States. The hospital provides a wide range of services, including cancer care, cardiology, neurology, and orthopedics. Texas Children's Hospital has been recognized as one of the best children's hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report.
Learn more about Texas Childrens Hospital
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1950
* Ladders Estimates

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