Assistant Executive Director - ICARE Foundation #4

$125,000 - $135,000/Yr

St. John's Episcopal Hospital - Garden City, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Garden City, NY

Real Estate

About the position

The Assistant Executive Director at St. John's Episcopal Hospital will play a pivotal role in enhancing the philanthropic efforts of the ICARE Foundation. This position is designed for an individual who is passionate about community service and has a strong background in fund development, particularly within the healthcare sector. The Assistant Executive Director will report directly to the Executive Director and will be instrumental in building a cohesive team that fosters a dynamic philanthropic culture. This role is not just about managing programs; it is about embodying the mission and vision of the ICARE Foundation and ensuring that the organization's values are upheld in every initiative undertaken. In this capacity, the Assistant Executive Director will oversee various annual programs, direct mail campaigns, and special fundraising events. They will also manage the donor database, ensuring that all donor activities are accurately tracked and reported. Collaboration with the Executive Director is essential to implement the Foundation's strategic plan effectively. The Assistant Executive Director will be responsible for training staff, developing policies and procedures, and ensuring that all fundraising efforts align with the Foundation's goals. This position requires a self-starter who can manage multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of philanthropy and fundraising concepts, particularly in the healthcare industry. They will be expected to perform prospect research, prepare funding proposals, and track results to provide comprehensive reports. The Assistant Executive Director will also be involved in crafting acknowledgment letters and managing special foundation-related events as needed. This role is crucial for the continued success and impact of the ICARE Foundation in the community, and it offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the oversight and implementation of programs
• Manage direct mail campaigns
• Conduct prospect research
• Prepare funding proposals
• Perform data entry and maintain policy and procedures
• Train staff on relevant processes
• Track results and provide reports
• Draft acknowledgment letters and manage related procedures
• Organize special fundraising events
• Coordinate special foundation-related events as needed
• Work collaboratively with the Finance Department to reconcile donor activity
• Perform related duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
• 5 years of relevant fund development experience in the healthcare industry
• Knowledge and expertise with philanthropy and fundraising concepts
• Fluent in Donorperfect
• Advanced computer skills with demonstrated knowledge and use of MS Office
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Executive presence and business acumen
• Strong listening skills and the capacity to consider views contrary to one's own
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and effective teams
• Self-starter with strong planning and time management skills
• Previous experience in policy development and implementation
• Aptitude for financial analysis
• Supervisory experience and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• High level of professionalism and able to maintain strict confidence