Associate Director of Development

Associate Director of DevelopmentPortland, OregonSalary is determined based on experience and the Foundation's structured pay bands, which include steps for growth and performance. Please see the "Pay" section for more details.Priority Application Deadline: June 15, 2026FLSA Status: ExemptStarting Salary: $92,230 - $123,107 (Step I - Step II)*More information about salary structure belowWork Location: HybridAbout the PositionThe Associate Director of Development for Team Knight (Knight Cancer Institute and Knight Cardiovascular Institute) will be responsible for managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and working with new and established donors and faculty members to achieve philanthropic support for OHSU's mission areas of education, research and clinical care. The Associate Director will also partner closely with colleagues to drive donor engagement and build name recognition and support for priority programs. The Associate Director of Development is responsible for managing a portfolio of major gift prospects within assigned programs, with a focus on the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors.What You'll Be DoingProspect Management and Gift SolicitationManage and grow a portfolio of major gift prospectsQualify, cultivate, solicit and steward donor prospects with maximum potential for major gift level philanthropy from among patient and community partners, alumni, faculty, staff, emeritus faculty and friends of the institutes, trustees, and key business and community leadersFocus on engaging and upgrading prospects, current and lapsed donors, and expanding the major and principal gift donor pipelineBuild collaborative relationships with assigned departments and programs; assist in identifying fundraising opportunities and developing cases for supportDevelop strong knowledge of assigned programmatic areas to effectively communicate priorities and impact areas to donorsPartner with cross-functional colleagues to support efforts in securing special and major gifts, select planned gifts, etcCollaborate with internal partners on the development of fundraising materials, including proposalsFaculty EngagementPerform proactive outreach to faculty partners to provide training/education related to grateful patient fundraisingBuild collaborative partnerships with faculty that aren't currently staffedSolicit referrals and complete impact reportingWho You AreFamiliarity with various aspects of fundraising including major gifts, planned gifts, campaigns, annual giving, direct marketing, pipeline development, and volunteer managementDemonstrated success at qualifying, cultivating and closing major giftsStrong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence; proven ability to work effectively with many different constituencies, including donors, physicians, trustees, business leaders and volunteersExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong analytical reasoning and the ability to synthesize information into concise, actionable insightsAbility to develop working knowledge of complex scientific, clinical, and research concepts, and effectively translate them into compelling, donor-focused messagingStrong project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, anticipate needs, and meet deadlinesExceptional judgment with the ability to operate autonomously, make sound decisions in complex situations, solicit input where needed, and consistently uphold integrity and professional ethicsStrong degree of accountability and ownership of programs, projects, and outcomesCompassionate and culturally-responsive; maintains an ability to work with internal and external individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and lived experiencesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications and CRM systemsYou Should Have3- 5 + years of previous fundraising experience, preferably in major giftExperience in health care/higher educationWe want to emphasize that there is no such thing as the perfect candidate; candidates who do not have all of the required experience are encouraged to apply.Working ConditionsOccasional hours outside of normal work hours for meetings, events or programsTravel required – some overnight. Must have consistent access to reliable transportationHybrid work environment – some onsite work required (approximately 1-2 days per week)PaySalary is dependent on experience. Each salary band is broken into three "steps," which correspond with an employee's experience/tenure, proficiency and performance in that specific role. New employees will typically start at step I of our pay band to allow for later growth, although more experienced candidates may be eligible to start at step II or III. The OHSU Foundation has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.BenefitsThe OHSU Foundation also offers an exceptional benefits package including:Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.Pension program (The Foundation contributes 12% of your annual salary to a pension);22 days of paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, 1 float holiday and 2 days of volunteer time off;Professional development dollars for each employee;Hybrid work allowance and much more!Plus, we have a flexible work environment for those who prefer a hybrid work schedule, and we close early on Fridays during the summer. Want to learn more about our other amazing benefits? Check out our benefits page to learn more about our benefits.Please note that benefits may vary for employees residing outside of Oregon, Washington, Arkansas, Alaska and Arizona, and Nevada due to state-specific regulations and coverage differences. Employees located outside of these states may be required to work through a Professional Employer Organization (PEO).Our Core ValuesIf you require support or reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment process, please submit a request through our Accommodation Request Form.The OHSU Foundation is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThe OHSU Foundation is committed to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization. In keeping with our beliefs and values, no applicant will face discrimination or harassment on the basis of any protected class status, including color, age, current or future military status, disability (physical or mental), gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.The OHSU Foundation, as required by law, is making available a copy of Employee Rights and Responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act.The OHSU Foundation participates in E-Verify. By law we are required to make available the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work.