Highmark Health is seeking a Chief Development Officer to lead its fundraising efforts and enhance its donor engagement strategy. The role requires extensive experience in fundraising, particularly within academic or research-focused healthcare settings, and emphasizes strategic planning and relationship management
Job Summary
This position serves as the head fundraising officer responsible for building and driving strategy to strengthen the donor base and development program.
The incumbent will provide executive oversight of major donors, prospects, and the operations of existing foundations and trusts.
The role requires a minimum of fifteen years of fundraising experience within an academic/research related hospital or higher education setting.
Matching Summary
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Highmark Health is seeking a Chief Development Officer to lead its fundraising efforts and enhance its donor engagement strategy. The role requires extensive experience in fundraising, particularly within academic or research-focused healthcare settings, and emphasizes strategic planning and relationship management.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
15 years of fundraising experience
Major capital campaign leadership
Academic hospital or higher ed background
Donor cultivation and stewardship
Foundation and trust oversight
Nice-to-have
Collaborative matrix environment skills
Strong verbal and written communication
Experience with grateful patient programs
Executive relationship building
Volunteer program management
Key Requirements
Minimum 15 years fundraising experience
Experience in major capital campaigns
Background in academic hospital or higher education