Director Of Development

Lee Health; Cypress Cove Villas (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health's Lee Memorial Foundation seeks a Director of Development to design and execute a strategic, metrics-driven fundraising program for the department they will be working with. This role manages a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, focusing on measurable outcomes in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding philanthropic investments at the major and principal gift level.

The Director works closely with physician leadership, administrators, grateful patients, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive fundraising experience, including major gift solicitation.
• CFRE accreditation preferred.
• Valid Florida driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a strategic, metrics-driven fundraising program for the department.
• Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors with a focus on securing six- and seven-figure gifts.
• Collaborate with physicians, administrators, grateful patients and community partners to translate priorities into donor opportunities.

Skills

Fundraising

Major gift solicitation

Relationship building

Donor CRM Raiser's Edge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Raiser's Edge CRM

Job description

Location:Medical Plaza One -9800 S Healthpark DriveFort Myers FL 33908

Department: Lee Memorial Foundation

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00AM to 4:30:00PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$31.15 - $42.04 / hour

Summary

Responsible for designing and executing a strategic, metrics-driven fundraising program to advance the mission, programs, and priorities for the specific department they will be working with. This position manages a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, focusing on measurable outcomes in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding philanthropic investments at the major and principal gift level.

The Director of Development works closely with physician leadership, administrators, grateful patients, and community partners to translate the departments specific priorities into compelling opportunities for philanthropic support, tracking progress against established goals and metrics to ensure maximum impact.

Requirements

Education: Bachelors degree required. Masters degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum 5 years of progressive fundraising experience, including major gift solicitation.

Certification: CFRE accreditation preferred.

License: Valid Floridas drivers license.

Other: Demonstrated success securing $25,000+ gifts; experience with six- and seven-figure gifts preferred. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and credibility with high-net-worth donors, physicians, and community leaders. Ability to communicate complex medical or programmatic priorities in a compelling donor-centered way. High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality. Proficiency in donor CRM systems (Raisers Edge or similar preferred). Ability to travel locally and regionally. Experience fundraising in healthcare, academic medicine, or complex nonprofit environments. Familiarity with grateful patient fundraising and physician engagement models. Experience supporting a campaign or capital fundraising initiative. Knowledge of planned giving vehicles and philanthropic tax strategies.

US:FL:Fort Myers