Director Corporate and Foundation Relations

The word “first” is inextricably linked with The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Since opening its doors in 1855 as the nation's first hospital devoted exclusively to the care of children, Children's Hospital has been the setting for many dramatic firsts, medical discoveries and breakthroughs that have formed the very foundations of pediatric medicine and benefited children throughout the world.Today, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is a growing network of facilities and resources that provides exceptional healthcare to all children, for every possible need.Find out why we were ranked the #1 pediatric hospital in the nation by both Child Magazine and U.S. News & World Report. If you're looking to join a pediatric institution as your employer of choice, you need to look at the best in the nation.The Director of Development for Corporate and Foundation Relations will be responsible for creating and implementing a strategic plan to expand and enhance the Hospital’s efforts to cultivate, solicit, and steward corporations and foundations on behalf of CHOP. A priority will be identifying and cultivating national corporate and foundation prospects. He/she will lead a team of professionals who facilitate the development and submission of proposals, work to increase the amount of corporate support hospital wide and grow the income and visibility of special events.If you are a results-oriented individual with a passion for excellence, we invite you to learn more about the many opportunities and benefits The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia offers. Our employees enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes major medical, vision and dental benefits; tuition assistance; employer contribution retirement plan; work/life benefits; extensive training and staff development. And, of course, the opportunity to challenge themselves at a world-class institution.
REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor’s degree is required and an advanced degree is preferred.
At least ten (10)years of progressively more responsible fund-raising experience with excellent knowledge of foundation involved in education and healthcare.
Demonstrated track record of raising grant funding from top foundations, preferably those national in scope.
Integrity in every aspect of his/her efforts. This translates to the way he/she conducts business with the way he/she interacts with all colleagues.
A tremendous work ethic and great interpersonal skills.
Strong communicational skills: written, oral, and listening.
String planning and organizational skills, including ability to manage multifaceted responsibilities in a complex and fast paced environment.
Strong team player with a track record of working will with senior management, Trustees, volunteers, peers and donors, including an understanding of and appreciation for the needs of families with chronically ill children.
An understanding of the corporate and foundation worlds and special events.
A willingness to spend considerable time out of the office meeting with major gift prospects.
Must be a self-starter, creative and energetic; a person of impeccable integrity.