Donor Relations Officer II

Donor Officer II, Corporate and Community Philanthropy

Department/Unit: Development, Corporate and Community Philanthropy Team

Hours/FTE: 40/1.0 FTE This position may include regional travel and require occasional night and weekend commitments.

Expected Starting Salary Range: $31 - 39/hr

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

The number one children's hospital in the country has a rare and exciting opportunity for a talented Donor Relations Officer to join its philanthropy team in the Department of Development. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and highly motivated individual, joining a highly collaborative team and will need to display that same trait. Candidates will leave with an impressive portfolio of diverse writing projects that are focused on connecting philanthropic supporters with the inspiring mission and impact of Cincinnati Children's.

This is a hybrid position with 50% remote and 50% in office work.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:

• The #1 Pediatric Hospital in the Nation

• US News and World Report 2023

• One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work

• An LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)

Market Leading Benefits Including:

• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/careers/benefits

• Pension plan and optional 403(b) supplemental retirement plans

• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners

• Referral bonus program for current staff!

• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQIA Resource Group, Juntos

• Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group

• Physical and mental health wellness programs

Working as a Donor Relations Officer II at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center you will:

• Execute strategies which will enhance relationships with corporations, businesses and/or other entities that result in $1M - $1.5M in sponsorship revenue to Cincinnati Children's signature events and secondary events.

• Make sponsorship solicitations through personal visits, phone calls and email, managing a portfolio of corporations and businesses. Track and report the status of sponsorship totals at regular meetings and communicate weekly to ensure all sponsors are receiving benefits, leading initiatives to creatively steward and acknowledge key sponsors and individual donors.

• Work through an evolving portfolio of corporate prospects and suspects with a goal of securing qualification meetings utilizing outreach and discovery, connecting with decision makers at local and national organizations and effectively speaking to all the ways in which they can partner with Cincinnati Children's. The Corporate Officer may also manage a small corporate portfolio of current donors including event sponsors.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 5 years of working experience in a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

• Strong written, presentation, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills

• Experience with Raiser's Edge

Unique Skills:

• A sincere appreciation for people and how they are each uniquely motivated.

• Poised and engaging, empathetic communications style based on natural warmth and enthusiasm.

• Demonstration of good judgement, professionalism and the highest standards of ethical conduct.

• Ability to organize and present data accurately and concisely

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to convey complex or technical information in an easy-to-understand manner

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability