Senior Philanthropy Program Officer

This Senior Philanthropy Program Officer plays a strategic role in supporting or driving revenue generation through signature events, programs, and donor engagement initiatives. This position involves managing and enhancing existing programs, taking the lead on specific aspects of key events, and collaborating with team members to ensure success. The Senior Officer engages directly with donors and event participants, providing high-level communication and stewardship while overseeing logistical planning, data management, and reporting to optimize outcomes. Reporting to a senior team member, the Senior Officer contributes to the organization’s mission by implementing innovative strategies, fostering donor relationships, and ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of fundraising operations.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Portfolio and Prospect Management: Cultivate, solicit, and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, building strong relationships with key stakeholders, donors, volunteers, and external partners. Develop and implement strategies to increase donor participation and maximize fundraising results.
• Program and Event Leadership: Oversee and manage Peer-to-Peer Fundraising programs, including recruitment, stewardship, and event logistics. Take the lead on specific aspects of signature events, ensuring successful execution and alignment with organizational goals.
• Donor Stewardship and Engagement: Develop and execute comprehensive stewardship plans, including benefit mailings, newsletters, and donor recognition events. Serve as the primary contact for high-value teams and donors, providing personalized communication and support.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with teams such as Annual Giving, Jimmy Fund, Major Gifts, and Planned Giving to identify opportunities for deeper donor engagement and to align efforts across the Division of Philanthropy. Collaborate on the development of marketing strategies and communication plans for participants.
• Operational and Administrative Oversight: Provide high-level administrative support, including scheduling meetings, maintaining databases, and organizing event-related documents. Serve as a liaison to internal teams and assist with division-wide responsibilities, such as processing matching gifts and handling prospect assignments.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect, track, and analyze data related to events, donor activities, and fundraising outcomes. Prepare detailed reports to provide insights and inform strategic decision-making.
• Leadership and Team Support: Contribute to a collaborative and productive team environment by mentoring junior staff, supporting team responsibilities, and leading special projects or initiatives that enhance donor experiences and organizational success.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to proofread, present information clearly, and engage in public speaking. Strong ability to tailor communication for diverse audiences, including donors, volunteers, and organizational leadership.
• Fundraising Expertise: Proven ability to conduct one-on-one donor visits, solicitations, and relationship-building to support high-level fundraising goals. Demonstrated experience in developing strategies to increase donor participation and engagement.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

HS or equivalent.  3 years of experience required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

None

Special Working Conditions:

This position is considered remote, 0-1 days onsite at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. Some local or domestic travel, and evening/weekend and overtime work may be required. Some lifting required for events.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$72,800.00 - $78,200.00