Chief Philanthropy Officer-Barrow Neurological Institute

Overview

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix Arizona, St. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Josephs was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Josephs remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care medical education and research. St. Josephs includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute Cancer Center at St. Josephs, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Josephs Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics neuro-rehabilitation orthopedics and other medical services. St. Joseph's is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Approximately 20 percent of the hospital's patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph's. U.S. News & World Report routinely ranks St. Josephs among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Josephs boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Josephs, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Childrens Hospital. St. Josephs is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizonas healthiest employers.

The President of the Barrow Neurological Foundation (BNF) and Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO) for Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) has primary responsibility and accountability for the overall performance of the Barrow Neurological Foundation. This position provides the leadership and direction to create fundraising strategies and philanthropic programs designed to meet the objectives and financial needs of BNI, oversees the implementation and execution of these strategies and programs, and manages the BNF professional fundraising and support staff.

This position reports to the BNI President and CEO through the BNI Chief Operating Officer, and is an ex-officio member with voting rights of the BNF Board of Trustees. As a member of the BNF Board of Trustees, this position facilitates Board planning and oversight activities, and works cooperatively with the Chair of the BNF Board of Trustees, the Chairs of other BNF Standing Committees, and the Chair of the Barrow Women's Board.

Responsibilities

• Provides philanthropic leadership and vision in working with the BNF Board of Trustees, the Barrow Women's Board, and BNI leadership.
• Partners with the Barrow Women's Board to promote the continued success of fundraising through the Barrow Grand Ball.
• Leads and directs a wide range of fundraising initiatives, and personally manages seven figure gift solicitations.
• Recruits, develops, and manages high-quality staff and promotes a culture of collaboration, integration, open communication, team work, and timely decision making.
• Cultivates relationships with grateful patients and their families, community leaders, philanthropists, physicians and others which will lead to gift solicitations.
• Directs and oversees the receipt of charitable gifts and the financial stewardship of these gifts. Provides comprehensive, timely, and innovative stewardship reports in a manner that strengthens donor commitment to BNI.
• Builds trust and interest in BNI clinical services, research, and medical education with key benefactors and new donor prospects.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 10 years of fundraising experience and proven success in a not-for-profit, academic, healthcare, or research setting.
• 5 years of fundraising management experience and leadership experience in working closely with senior executives, major donors, and volunteer boards.
• Demonstrated understanding of the gift development process and in building philanthropic relationships.