Senior Director Philanthropy - Portland, OR

Providence; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Foundations in Oregon seeks a seasoned philanthropy leader to drive principal and major gift programs, campaign strategy, and donor development. You will collaborate with senior leaders to design statewide fundraising initiatives that advance healthcare impact across Providence Oregon.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, data-informed decision making, and staff mentorship within a strong culture of philanthropy. Hybrid work is offered with a mix of on-site and remote duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• 10+ years of cumulative fundraising and leadership experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to translate data analysis into fundraising strategy.
• Experience leading or mentoring fundraising teams.

Responsibilities

• Qualify and cultivate donors at principal gift capacity and above.
• Lead or participate in strategy sessions with Foundations leadership.
• Set or influence metrics and goals across foundations.
• Collaborate on special projects: feasibility studies, stewardship, campaign development.
• Build relationships with medical staff and executive leadership.
• Serve as lead fundraiser for Providence Oregon hospitals.
• Mentor development officers and promote fundraising professionalism.
• Represent Providence Foundations in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Donor development

Relationship building

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Calling All Esteemed Development Leaders!Are you a philanthropy leader who excels in principal and major gifts, campaign strategy, donor development, and fundraising leadership? Do you thrive in collaborative environments where big-picture thinking, relationship building, and a strong culture of philanthropy come together to advance meaningful healthcare initiatives? If so, we invite you to explore this leadership opportunity with Providence.

The Role

Work in tandem with the Foundations' Chief Philanthropy Officer, Executive Director of Philanthropy for Providence of Oregon, Major Gift Officers and ministry-level Executive Director Foundation leaders to begin planning for a statewide fundraising campaign for Providence Oregon. Envision big ideas and cases for giving in the region overall that build upon the momentum of Phil and Penny Knights’ recent $1.1B transformational investment in Providence St. Vincent.

What You'll Do

• Qualify and cultivate new donors for the Providence Foundations at all levels and in all areas, with especial emphasis on principal gift capacity ($1M+) prospects to build a solid and long‑term individual prospect pipeline.
• Lead or participate in strategy sessions for principal gift and major gift prospects; may serve as facilitator of strategy meetings to include Foundations leadership and development staff.
• Participate in metrics and goals discussions with individual Foundations and development officers to ensure equity, stretch performance and viability.
• Work closely with the CPO and Executive Director of Philanthropy on various special projects, e.g. feasibility study, grateful patient program, stewardship, and campaign development and implementation ..
• Work alongside Foundations staff to build relationships with medical staff, executive leadership, nursing staff.
• Serve as lead fundraiser for St. Vincent Hospital in fundraising priority areas.
• Serve as a mentor and coach as needed and requested to any development officer.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to represent the Providence Foundations.

What You'll Bring

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Master's Degree (preferred).

Experience & Expertise

• 10 or more years of cumulative fundraising and leadership experience at like organizations to Providence Foundations.
• A clear demonstration of a strong fundraising skill set, with the ability to speak to a deep and wide variety of topics and/or call upon resources to research and present solutions to fundraising problems.
• Understands the value of data analysis as a key tool in decision making.
• Management experience and the ability to teach and mentor fundraising within the Providence Foundations and in the larger development community to build the Providence brand and learn about fundraising professionalism, trends, and new tools.

Professional & Leadership Capabilities

• Enthusiasm and loyalty to the Providence mission and culture, demonstrated in and out of the work environment.
• Exemplary communication skills, including writing, oral/presentation and dialog/meeting facilitation.
• Driven to achieve, learn and establish high expectations.
• Available as needed throughout the week to respond and problem‑solve as well as attend Providence events and meetings.

Why Join Us?

• Statewide Campaign Strategy:Help begin planning for a statewide fundraising campaign across Providence Oregon and its foundations.

• Principal & Major Gift Impact:Build a long‑term donor pipeline with particular emphasis on principal gift capacity ($1M+) prospects.

• Culture of Philanthropy:Partner with Foundation teams, medical staff, executive leadership, nursing staff and ministry boards to strengthen philanthropy and grateful patient fundraising.

• Fundraising Leadership & Development:Support priority fundraising areas while mentoring development officers and contributing to fundraising strategy, special projects, and professional development.

Ready to Shape the Future of Healthcare?

The full pay range is listed in accordance with applicable law. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, organizational compensation alignment, and the approved hiring department budget for the position. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation and benefits.

At Providence we believe in the importance of human connection and the impact of in‑person collaboration towards team cohesion and caregiver engagement. Further, we want our leaders to live in or near the communities we serve. Therefore, leaders applying for this role will be required to work a hybrid schedule, which consists of four days onsite, one day remote and live within a reasonable commuting distance to the ministry or service area they support and lead.