Director of Philanthropy

Elder Care Alliance Alameda, California
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December 29, 2022
Elder Care Alliance
Alameda, California
About Elder Care Alliance

Elder Care Alliance is an association of residential communities with one mission: to help older adults live a life of purpose and belonging rooted in holistic wellness.

Located in the San Francisco Bay Area and Ventura County, Elder Care Alliance communities are a trusted name in senior living and memory care in California for more than 20 years, and our Mercy community has been serving older adults for more than 150 years. We proudly provide assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services to meet a wide array of health care needs. The communities are built on a foundation of faith, dignity, and compassion, traits that remain at the forefront of our work through dedication to caring for every aspect of physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness of all faiths.

About This Career Opportunity

The Director of Philanthropy will oversee the Fund Development program at all ECA communities. Our Mercy community recently completed a highly successful capital campaign that motivated long-time donors and engaged new individual donors, corporations and foundations. The incoming Director will have the opportunity to build on the momentum and excitement of the campaign and take Mercy and our other community fundraising programs to the next level.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Philanthropy will be responsible for
  • Developing and implementing annual fundraising plans and will work with the Executive Directors, Vice President, Marketing Elder Care Alliance to meet the fundraising goals for all ECA Communities.
  • The Director will serve as the lead fundraiser for the major gifts and planned giving programs,
  • Oversee the stewardship program and enhance the existing culture of philanthropy.
  • Maintain official records and documents, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field.
  • Work closely with the Finance team to understand budget projections such that the fundraising plan aligns to meeting those needs.
  • Develop and nurture ongoing relationships with major donors.
  • Develop and execution of special events.
  • Personal solicitations, targeted appeals, special events and planned giving.
  • Create annual and long-range goals and departmental budget for Philanthropy.
  • Develop electronic, print and face-to-face solicitations targeting individuals, businesses and foundations.
  • Liaison to development counsel.
  • Direct and develop legacy giving activities.
  • Oversee the tracking, record keeping, and recognition and stewardship systems.
  • Develop the annual fund development budget and financial reports.

Additional Information
  • Visit ElderCareAlliance.org/careers for more information on our benefits.
  • Applicants should be ready to provide references upon request.
  • Any offer for employment at Elder Care Alliance is contingent upon a successful background check.
  • The position is listed as opened until filled. Applications will be reviewed immediately upon reciept and the position will be filled as soon as the appropiate candidate is identified.

Are You Qualified?

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor s degree or equivilent from an acredited institution.
  • Proven experience in a management position
  • 7-9 years experience in Development with past success
  • Confident and natural communicator
  • Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, communication, and leadership skills
  • Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and self-directed
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task successfully
  • Ability to collaborate well and be an effective team player
  • Ability to appreciate and work with diverse populations.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

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