• Director of Philanthropy

    Avera (Spirit Lake, IA)


    Location:

    Spirit Lake, IA

    Worker Type:

    Regular

    Work Shift:

    Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America)

     

    Be a part of Lakes Regional Healthcare! A multi-disciplinary team built on Compassion, Hospitality, and Stewardship, and the mission of improving the health and well-being of people in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

    Position Highlights

    **Typical Hours:** 8:00AM - 4:30 Monday - Friday with occasional nights and weekends.

     

    Join the team at Lakes Regional Healthcare!

     

    **Award Winning Health Care:** We take our work seriously and are proud to be in the Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital by iVantage Health Analytics and Chartis Center for Rural Health since 2019, in the Top 20 Rural and Community Hospital by the National Rural Health Association, to earn the Outstanding Patient Experience Award 2022 by Healthgrades, and the list goes on.

    + **Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!**

    + **Positive Work Environment:** Be part of an organization where we practice our mission & values in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.

    **Director of Philanthropy** , responsible for driving fundraising strategies and donor engagement to support our mission. This position oversees major gift programs, annual campaigns, and community outreach, while fostering strong relationships with donors, corporations, and foundations.

     

    The Director works closely with **LRH Leadership** and the **LRH Foundation Board of Directors** to align philanthropic initiatives with organizational priorities. Knowledge of the **Iowa Great Lakes region** and its community is essential for success in this role.

    Key Highlights:

    + Lead strategic fundraising and donor stewardship programs.

    + Collaborate with leadership and board members to advance philanthropic goals.

    + Manage events, campaigns, and grant processes.

    + Represent the organization in community and public settings.

     

    Ideal candidates bring proven experience in fundraising, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for building lasting donor relationships.

    Experience:

    1-3 years of fundraising, with experience in major gift solicitation, capital campaigns, and program management preferred.

    Education/Certification/License:

    Bachelor's in Business, Communication, Non-Profit Management or similar required. Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) or similar preferred.

     

    At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

     

    The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

    Additional Notices:

    For TTY, dial 711

     

    Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.