Hybrid Program Director, Donor Communications

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks a Program Director, Donor Communications to lead the donor communications program within Philanthropy. You will guide writers, craft campaigns, and manage fundraising communications across print and digital channels.

The role collaborates with senior leadership, Marketing & Communications, and clinical partners to advance fundraising priorities and grow donor engagement. Hybrid work and travel may be required as part of a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Eight years of related experience including at least two years managing a team.
• Experience leading and managing writers in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to translate complex topics into engaging donor communications.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver clear donor communications with stakeholders across Philanthropy and Marketing.
• Lead writers to develop campaigns, events, stewardship collateral, and donor stories.
• Advise teams on communication strategies to boost donor engagement and revenue.
• Manage team capacity, timelines, and project priorities.

Skills

Team leadership

Editing

Writing

Project management

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Asana

Smartsheet

Raiser's Edge/RENXT

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks a Program Director, Donor Communications to lead the donor communications program within Philanthropy. You will guide writers, craft campaigns, and manage fundraising communications across print and digital channels.

The role collaborates with senior leadership, Marketing & Communications, and clinical partners to advance fundraising priorities and grow donor engagement. Hybrid work and travel may be required as part of a dynamic team.