The Planned Parenthood of Montana (PPMT) Team is seeking a collaborative, solutions-oriented, and dedicated individual who is ready to work as a team to deliver high-quality healthcare, education, and advocacy to the community, so they feel engaged, educated, and empowered to make the best choices regarding their healthcare.
For 50+ years, PPMT’s healthcare centers have offered compassionate and high-quality healthcare, advocacy, and education to all Montanans. And over that time our healthcare centers have evolved to a hub of empowerment, community engagement, and patient advocacy.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Strategic Gifts (DSG)supports the vision and strategy for Planned Parenthood of Montana’s (PPMT) development program. They provide leadership, strategic direction, and manage the execution of PPMT’s grants portfolio and planned giving program, as well as supporting a major donor portfolio. The DSG is a member of PPMT’s senior leadership team and reports directly to the Chief Development Officer (CDO).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops strategy and provides oversight for PPMT’s foundation portfolio and planned giving program. Responsible for raising $1+ million annually. Manages a portfolio of 70+ major gifts donors and/or charitable foundations. Works in close collaboration with the CDO and Director of Development (DOD) to ensure success of fundraising goals and objectives, actively contributes to strategy for annual and campaign giving, and works as a part of a team to manage and support the CEO’s relationship with the donors in the CEO’s portfolio. Provides leadership and consultation as a member of the Leadership Team across the organization to identify and implement policies, procedures, actions, interventions, and tactics that advance PPMT’s work and meet our strategic and operational goals. Oversees implementation and coordination of specific development activities including planned giving, and corporate and foundation giving. Works as a part of a team to support additional development activities such as major donor work, event planning, and fundraising for PPMT’s ancillary organizations. Represents the organization at meetings and other public events as appropriate. Participates in Board Development Committee meetings.Helps create and steward a culture of philanthropy across the affiliate. ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS Deep commitment to the mission, vision, and values of PPMT. Broad and deep understanding of both 501c3 and 501c4 fundraising. Strong project management skills.Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability and desire to actively engage with people from many backgrounds and points of view. Demonstrated success in fostering cross-departmental partnerships and collaborations to advance fundraising priorities. Ability to problem solve, anticipate outcomes, and make decisions that positively impact PPMT’s fundraising capabilities while meeting goals. Experience working closely with executive staff and volunteer leadership to engage and expand philanthropic support and culture. Experience implementing innovative fundraising initiatives within a complex organization. Attend community events representing Planned Parenthood of Montana as needed. Some evening and week-end work required. Assist in all administrative and other duties as assigned. Some travel required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated success in working both independently and as a team member. Demonstrated ability to understand the needs and interests of donors. Proven track record of soliciting major gifts from individuals and foundations. Experience with constituent relationship management system preferred. Ability to manage and track multiple prospects and donors simultaneously. Discretion in handling confidential information relating to the giving history and backgrounds of donors/prospects. Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills. Attention to detail and strong project management skills. Staff and volunteer supervisory experience. Demonstrated experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar fundraising data platforms. Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills. Experience tracking and prioritizing multiple projects at a time.
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
Excellent leadership, organizational, supervisory, and healthcare financial management skills. Ability to effectively motivate a diverse staff, including volunteers. Ability to effectively lead and work as a team member. Computer skills including knowledge of clinic management software, electronic communications, and use of management information systems as a management tool. Willingness to participate in all levels of operations to assure maximal performance of the health center. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. Valid MT driver’s license, access to personal transportation, and proof of automotive insurance. Commitment to the mission and vision of PPMT. Understands the financial aspects of our business and maintains a focus on cost-effectiveness and stewardship. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for safety and security, confidentiality, quality assurance, compliance with current laws and regulations including HIPAA and mandated reporting, and training. Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers, and customers regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns. Promotes positive public image and relations of PPMT. Completes requirements for acceptable attendance and timeliness to work Performs other work duties as assigned.
All employees are required to model In This Together ethos including:
Workplace Values:
o We tend to the team
o We respect and honor all people
o We jump in
o We try and we learn
o We care for our business
o We return to our mission
Customer Service Standards:
o Clear the Slate
o Make a connection
o Keep them in the loop
o Confirm the plan
o Ask for feedback
o Acknowledge the reality
o Open the door
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Planned Parenthood of Montana does not discriminate against or allow harassment of any individual based on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, reproductive health decisions, military service, other non-merit based factors, any other characteristic protected by applicable law, or retaliation.
Planned Parenthood of Montana is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, inclusion, respect, integrity, customer focus, and innovation.
