Associate Executive Director, Foundation

Umcelpaso; El Paso, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso seeks an Associate Executive Director for Foundation operations. You will supervise staff, coordinate daily procedures, and collaborate with the Executive Director to advance fundraising, governance, and strategic initiatives across multiple foundations.

Ideal candidates have seven+ years in fundraising or related fields, with CFRE preferred and advanced degrees in public administration or related areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master's degree in related field preferred.
• CFRE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational aspects of the UMC Foundation and El Paso Children’s Hospital Foundation with the Executive Director.
• Supervise administrative, support, and technical staff and align activities with strategic objectives.
• Plan and implement Foundation programs and funding initiatives to sustain existing and new activities.
• Develop and coordinate day-to-day Foundation procedures, policies, and fiscal processing.
• Serve as a resource to the Foundation Board, hospital leadership, government officials, and the public.
• Step in for the Executive Director as needed and provide leadership across departments.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor stewardship

Prospect research

Grant writing

Financial management

Governance & board relations

Campaign management

Leadership

Staff development

Policy development

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Associate Executive Director, Foundation Internal Only

• Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Days

The Associate Executive Director, Foundation oversees all operational aspects, in collaboration with the Executive Director, of UMC Foundation and El Paso Children’s Hospital Foundation along with the Fundacion UMC de Mexico. Reports to the Executive Director and serves as a resource to the Foundation Board of Directors, respective hospital CEO’s, the Chief Advocacy Officer, government officials, and the public. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Assistant Administrator of Foundation Operations works with the Executive Director to ensure that Foundation Associates are aligned with the mission and vision and work together to successfully achieve strategic objectives. The position supervises administrative, support, and technical staff, in the direction of the Executive Director. Develops and coordinates the Foundation’s day-to-day functions, procedures and policies, fiscal and administrative processing of appropriate documents and/or requests. Assists the Executive Director in the planning and implementation of Foundation programs and supports the team in identifying, defining, and developing funding sources to support existing and planned program activities. This role serves to step in for the Executive Director, at their discretion, when needed and as appropriate.

Work Experience:

Seven years of management experience in fundraising, program management, and grant writing are required. Comparable experience in business development, marketing, public relations, or public policy planning.

License/Registration/Certification:

Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred.

Education and Training:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Communication, Marketing, Business Administration, or other related field required. Master’s degree in related field required.

Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of nonprofit foundation operations, including governance, board relations, compliance, and strategic planning.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices, including donor stewardship, prospect research, gift processing, and campaign management.
• Knowledge of financial management, including budgeting, cost analysis, fiscal controls, and adherence to organizational and legal requirements.
• Knowledge of grant development and administration, including proposal writing, compliance, reporting, and funder relations.
• Knowledge of public relations, communications, and media engagement to support fundraising, community outreach, and organizational visibility.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, including hiring, coaching, performance evaluation, conflict resolution, and staff development.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and complex initiatives.
• Advanced communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with board members, donors, hospital leadership, media, and community partners.
• Skilled in relationship building and stakeholder engagement, including cultivating donors, grantors, and community partners.
• Skilled in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and operational systems that improve efficiency, compliance, and organizational effectiveness.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate strategic initiatives, aligning them with the Foundation’s mission, goals, and long term vision.
• Ability to analyze data and fundraising results, identify trends, and recommend strategies to strengthen revenue and donor engagement.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments, including hospital leadership, finance, grants, and external partners.
• Ability to represent the Foundation professionally at internal and external events, board meetings, and community functions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and make informed decisions in a complex, high visibility environment.