DescriptionStrategic & Executive Leadership
- Develop and execute a multi-year strategic fundraising and engagement plan
- Partner with Foundation Board leadership and hospital executives to align philanthropic priorities with organizational goals
- Serve as a visible external representative and spokesperson for the Foundation
- Build a culture of philanthropy across hospital and community stakeholders
Philanthropy & Revenue Development
- Lead all fundraising strategy and execution, including:
- Major gifts
- Corporate partnerships
- Foundation grants
- Planned giving
- Annual campaigns
- Signature fundraising events
- Personally manage and grow a portfolio of high-capacity donors and strategic partners
- Build systems for donor cultivation, stewardship, recognition, and retention
- Advance campaign readiness and long-term fundraising sustainability
BOARD PARTNERSHIP & GOVERNANCE- Serve as primary liaison to the Foundation Board
- Support board recruitment, engagement, and committee management
- Partner with board members to strengthen fundraising participation and community reach
- Ensure strong governance practices and strategic board engagement
COMMUNITY & EXTERNAL AFFAIRS - Build relationships with civic leaders, healthcare organizations, philanthropic institutions, businesses, and community-based organizations
- Represent the Foundation at public events, donor engagements, and community forums
- Advance messaging that reflects dignity, trust, equity, and community partnership
OPERATIONS & ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP - Oversee Foundation operations, financial management, and administrative systems
- Ensure compliance with nonprofit governance and fundraising regulations
- Develop reporting systems and performance dashboards
- Support growth of development operations and fundraising infrastructure
Leadership & Executive Presence
- Ability to inspire confidence across diverse stakeholder groups
- Strong strategic thinking and organizational leadership capabilities
- Exceptional communication, storytelling, and relationship-building skills
- Political and interpersonal acuity within complex institutional environments
Fundraising Expertise
- Demonstrated success securing major gifts and institutional funding
- Experience developing comprehensive fundraising strategies
- Knowledge of donor stewardship and philanthropic engagement best practices
Community-Centered Leadership
- Deep appreciation for the role of trust, dignity, and lived experience in healthcare engagement
- Ability to build authentic relationships across diverse communities
- Experience navigating cross-sector partnerships and coalition environments
Operational Acumen
- Experience managing budgets, reporting, and nonprofit operations
- Ability to build systems and organizational infrastructure
- Comfort working in evolving or growth-stage environments
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
- Minimum 7-10 years of leadership experience in nonprofit development, healthcare philanthropy, foundation leadership, or related sectors
- Healthcare or hospital foundation experience strongly preferred
- Familiarity with Nashville/Middle Tennessee philanthropic landscape preferred
CFRE certification welcomed but not required
