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Organization:
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PADThe Executive Director of Philanthropy for Palo Alto Medical Foundation (PAMF) is responsible for directing PAMF's fundraising program, with special emphasis on individual donor cultivation and solicitation, leading campaign strategy, and managing all aspects of the program in a manner aligned with the goals of Sutter Health. This position will serve as a lead fundraiser for PAMF Philanthropy raising $5M+ annually. This role also serves as the administrative liaison to senior management, medical staff, and Sutter Health leadership, to ensure the smooth and integrated operation of the organizations, and the appropriate alignment of operational strategies with the overall mission and available resources. Externally, the Executive Director represents Sutter Health in the community through various activities, ensuring that the mission and the programs of the entity are accurately understood and conducted. Serves as a catalyst for community collaboration by developing the entity as a resource for the community in improving the health of its residents.
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EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
Bachelor's
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
15 years recent relevant experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Exemplary leadership, management skills with the ability to motivate and mentor individuals in a changing environment while increasing performance
Comprehensive knowledge of all fundraising approaches, with special expertise and understanding of capital campaigns, principal and major gifts, and planned giving.
Well-developed problem-solving and analytical skills, with an ability to devise creative solutions to complex problems and issues
Demonstrated ability to maintain positive, collaborative, productive relationships with diverse key stakeholders across the organization
Strong and persuasive interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately
Energized and enthusiastic leader with strong intellect and creativity
Excellent verbal and written communication with both internal and external constituents, including public speaking skill at delivering compelling and persuasive arguments.
Ability to build trust through leadership and decision making
Well organized and successful at judging multiple priorities
Foresees roadblocks and prepares creative alternatives
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Days of the Week:
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $88.29 to $141.27 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit, people-centered healthcare system providing comprehensive care throughout California. Sutter Health is committed to innovative, high-quality patient care and community partnerships, and innovative, high-quality patient care. Today, Sutter Health is pursuing a bold new plan to reach more people and make excellent healthcare more connected and accessible. The health system’s 57,000+ staff and clinicians and 12,000+ affiliated physicians currently serve more than 3 million patients with a focus on expanding opportunities to serve patients, people and communities better. Sutter Health provides exceptional, affordable care through its hospitals, medical groups, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care clinics, telehealth, home health and hospice services. Dedicated to transforming healthcare, at Sutter Health, getting better never stops.
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