Vice President of Philanthropy/Fund Development

Ascension, Saint Thomas - Dispensary of Hope - Nashville, TN

Full-Time, Days

Hours: 7:00 to 6:00pm, Monday-Saturday, 25% travel

The Dispensary of Hope is a national charitable medication distributor. Through innovative stewardship of the nation’s pharmaceutical supply chain, the Dispensary of Hope collects and distributes millions of dollars of pharmaceuticals annually to pharmacies and safety-net clinics to dispense to low income, chronically ill patients.  The organization has been recognized with many prestigious awards for its catalytic social innovation and leadership.  After more than a decade of successful fund development efforts led by the staff, Dispensary of Hope will be building a department to lead its philanthropy work. 

As an Associate with Ascension Saint Thomas, you will have the opportunity to direct the development and implementation of policies, procedures and strategies for fundraising activities.

Responsibilities:?

• Lead a multi-year fund development effort, building the philanthropy department, staffing team, operations, and charitable backbone of the organization.  
• Though based in Nashville, a remote working location may be acceptable for a highly qualified candidate with a preference for the NE Corridor of the US
• Collaborate with executive management on identification of fundraising goals. Develops and implements plans for capital and major fundraising initiatives.
• Prepare communications including the design, writing and printing of brochures, newsletters, donor communications and annual reports.
• Implement marketing strategies that will create a climate conducive to major giving and increase the number of major planned gifts and estate commitments.
• Prepare or assist with budgets and ensures compliance with allocated funding. Coordinate and directs internal/external audit.