Major Gift Officer- Sr

Maine Tech Hub; Bangor (ME); Ibrido; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

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The Senior Major Gift Officer at Northern Light Health in Bangor, ME, leads major and planned gift fundraising for Acadia Hospital and Eastern Maine Medical Center. You will manage a focused donor portfolio, craft compelling cases for support, and collaborate with leadership to drive annual philanthropic revenue.

You will mentor colleagues, coordinate with Marketing on donor materials, and ensure confidential, donor-centered engagement across complex projects in a fast-paced nonprofit health

Competenze

• Outstanding writing and editing skills for proposals and cases for support.
• Proven track record of successful grant submissions and fundraising outcomes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and relationship-building abilities.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement foundation philanthropy strategies aligning with hospital priorities and secure at least $900,000 in annual funding.
• Manage a portfolio of major, principal, and planned gifts across the development cycle.
• Prepare proposals and coordinate donor materials with Marketing and Communications.
• Conduct regular donor meetings, site visits, and strategic touchpoints to strengthen engagement.
• Partner with hospital leadership to identify priorities and craft compelling cases for support.
• Meet annual KPI and fundraising goals by securing major gifts for Acadia Hospital and Eastern Maine Medical Center.
• Maintain accurate donor documentation and represent philanthropy at hospital/community events.

Conoscenze

Writing & Editing

Grant Submissions

Donor Relations

Proposal Writing

Stakeholder Engagement

Strumenti

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT

AmpliFund

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at Northern Light Health in Bangor, Maine, United States

Job Description

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.

Northern Light Health

Department: Foundation

Position is located: Northern Light Health Foundation

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: Variable

Position is hybrid/remote within Maine and onsite requirements at Eastern Maine Medical Center & Acadia Hospital

Summary:

The Senior Major Gift Officer serves as a senior member of the philanthropy team supporting Northern Light Acadia Hospital and Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. This experienced fundraising professional is responsible for securing major, principal, and planned gifts that advance the strategic priorities of both hospitals. The role manages a focused portfolio of donors and prospects; develops and executes strategic cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans; and plays a central part in meeting annual philanthropic revenue goals. Working collaboratively with hospital leadership, clinicians, and Foundation colleagues, the Senior Major Gift Officer builds strong relationships, works with our Marketing and Communications colleagues to develop compelling cases for support, and ensures exceptional donor engagement that inspires meaningful philanthropic investment. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker and exceptional writer with a proven record of success in securing significant philanthropic support for nonprofit organizations. This individual will manage a dynamic portfolio of complex projects, provide mentorship to colleagues, and ensure alignment with Northern Light Health goals and standards.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Outstanding writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and clear, persuasive cases for support.
• A proven track record of successful grant submissions and measurable fundraising outcomes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with sound professional judgment.
• The ability to translate complex clinical, programmatic, and research concepts into accessible and inspiring narratives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with success collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and with senior leaders.
• Advanced organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and sustain relationships with internal stakeholders and external funders.
• Deep understanding of philanthropic and healthcare landscapes, including trends in institutional giving.
• High degree of initiative, professionalism, and discretion, with the ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic lead in developing and implementing foundation philanthropy strategies that align with member organization priorities. Secure at least $900,000 in annual funding support.
• Manage a portfolio of major, principal, and planned gift prospects, guiding donors through all stages of the development cycle.
• Develop and execute individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that lead to significant philanthropic commitments from individuals, foundations and corporations.
• Prepare effective proposals and work with Marketing and Communications to develop donor materials aligned with institutional priorities.
• Conduct regular donor meetings, site visits, and strategic touchpoints to strengthen relationships and advance giving opportunities.
• Partner with hospital leadership, clinicians, and Foundation colleagues to identify philanthropic priorities and create strong cases for support.
• Develop effective strategies to meet annual KPI and fundraising goals. Contribute directly to annual fundraising goals by securing major, principal and planned gifts for Acadia Hospital and Eastern Maine Medical Center.
• Provide customized stewardship to donors, ensuring timely follow-up, recognition, and impact reporting.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of donor strategies, contact reports, proposals, and gift activity in the fundraising database. -Represent philanthropy at hospital and community events to strengthen visibility and donor engagement.
• Other Duties

Other Information:

• Proficiency with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT including donor and prospect management, reporting. and data integrity practices.
• Strong experience with AmpliFund or a comparable grant management platform with the ability to track submission, awards, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines.

Competencies and Skills

• Achieves Results: Sets high standards for their own outcomes and seizes opportunities to engage others towards objectives. Consistently moves forward with direct actions in order to attain or exceed objectives. Manages their own time effectively to accomplish assigned tasks. Successfully prioritizes multiple projects and duties as needed.
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• Applies Business Acumen:Demonstrates knowledge of current and future trends that impact organizational success. Applies proven practices and business theories to get results that meet financial as well as other business goals. Recognizes opportunities for new services and products and acts accordingly, taking measured risks into consideration. Possesses a thorough knowledge of their field and independently carries out their work in accordance with professional standards of the profession.
• Demonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one’s behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.
• Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence: Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization’s benefit.
• Develops Self and Others:Takes responsibility for engaging in professional self-development activities and programs. Strives to gain insight into their own values, strengths and weaknesses, interests and ambitions and takes action in order to enhance competencies and skills when possible. As a leader, encourages and guides employees towards growth opportunities to enhance performance and help them reach goals. Reviews and analyzes employees’ strengths and weaknesses to distinguish their talents and development needs, and to ensure they are enhanced appropriately.
• Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences’ level.
• Exercises Sound Judgment & De