Mgr-Philanthropy Program

at  Ochsner Health System

Region: New Orleans Region
Facility: Ochsner Medical Center – New Orleans
Location: New Orleans, LA
Employment Type: Full time
Job Category: Corporate
Job Number: REQ_00212277
We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed – our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.
At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!
This job assumes the responsibility for all communications activities of the Department of Philanthropy and stewardship activities. In this capacity it serves as a formal conduit to engage key external partners on company initiatives. This position will execute an effective and targeted communication strategy that helps achieve Philanthropy’s long-term goals.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

EDUCATION

Required – Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related are of study
Preferred – Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related are of study

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required – 5 years’ experience with fundraising or development, OR 3 years of same experience with a Master’s degree
Preferred – Experience with fundraising software such as Blackbaud, Pledge Maker, Clearview, etc.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Effective and strategic verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of stakeholders.
• Serve as a role model within the department and system.
• Reliable transportation as travel within the system is required.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills in order to coordinate and perform a variety of different activities simultaneously.
• Must have computer skills and be proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard and various software programs specific to role.
• Ability to assist with set up and/or break down of events and meetings.
• Excellence interpersonal skills to communicate with diverse groups in an effective manner.
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Designs and writes proposals, collaterals and boiler plate messaging for service lines ensuring that departmental messaging is consistent and unified.
• Manages Philanthropy content for the company’s website, magazine and online giving portal.
• Assists with developing messages, editing and proofreading acknowledgement letters, endowment and stewardship report, direct mail letters and e-solicitations.
• Collaborates with Marketing/Internal Communications/PR and prospect managers on press releases and programs for gift announcements, ribbon cutting events and naming ceremonies.
• Maintains the ongoing communications calendar for Philanthropy.
• Analyzes all data related to communications and strategizes to improve conversion rates.
• Training philanthropy coordinator on ongoing stewardship and communications tasks.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.
  The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
  Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
  This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
  The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.