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Director-Gift Planning

Foundation | Full-Time | Phoenix
Posting Note: Phoenix Children’s Foundation seeks a strategic and innovative Director of Gift Planning to lead the advancement of our gift planning program, encompassing both current and deferred giving strategies. As a key member of the Individual Giving leadership team, the Director will oversee a team of three Gift Planning Officers and one Coordinator, working in partnership with Major Gift Officers and professional advisors to drive significant philanthropic revenue through blended gifts, asset-based contributions, and legacy commitments. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in charitable estate planning, a collaborative leadership style, and a passion for transforming pediatric healthcare through philanthropic investment. This is a leadership role that requires both strategic vision and frontline fundraising success, with a focus on scaling impact through integration across the development enterprise. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Program Design • Lead the vision and strategy for an integrated gift planning program that maximizes current and future support through complex and blended gift structures. • Establish annual goals and long-term growth strategies aligned with Phoenix Children’s fundraising priorities and revenue targets. • Serve as an internal subject matter expert on planned giving instruments including bequests, donor-advised funds, charitable remainder and lead trusts, retained life estates, IRA qualified charitable distributions, and gifts of appreciated assets. Team Management • Supervise and coach three Gift Planning Officers and one Coordinator, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and high performance. • Support team members in portfolio management, proposal development, and professional growth. • Collaborate with peers in Major Gifts, Principal Gifts, and Development Services to ensure integration and consistency across the donor experience. Donor and Advisor Engagement • Manage a personal portfolio of high-net-worth donors and prospects with an emphasis on blended and complex gifts. • Cultivate and steward relationships with estate attorneys, financial advisors, and wealth managers to promote philanthropic planning among Phoenix Children’s constituents. • Represent Phoenix Children’s at estate planning councils, advisor forums, and donor education events to grow the Foundation’s reach and reputation. Innovation & Integration • Drive innovation in digital will-making tools, legacy marketing campaigns, and advisor engagement strategies. • Partner with Major Gift Officers to develop customized gift plans that align with donor goals and institutional priorities. • Lead cross-functional initiatives to increase asset-based giving, including real estate, business interests, and non-cash assets. Stewardship and Compliance • Oversee the management and reporting of expectancies, ensuring accurate documentation, forecasting, and stewardship. • Maintain compliance with ethical standards, internal policies, and applicable tax and legal regulations. • Work with Development Services and Finance teams to ensure timely realization and documentation of estate distributions. Qualifications • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in gift planning, estate administration, or financial planning, preferably in a healthcare or higher education setting. • Demonstrated success in soliciting and closing complex and blended gifts. • Strong knowledge of charitable estate and tax planning strategies, current trends in philanthropy, and legal aspects of gift planning. • Proven leadership experience with staff management, mentorship, and program development. • Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust and credibility with donors, advisors, and colleagues. • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certification (JD, CFP, CAP®, AEP®, or CGPP™) strongly preferred. Key Competencies • Strategic and forward-thinking with a growth mindset • Technically proficient in planned giving vehicles and donor engagement strategies • Collaborative and diplomatic, with a high degree of emotional intelligence • Results-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills • Committed to the mission and values of Phoenix Children’s
Working in close collaboration with the Vice President (VP), the Director of Foundation Development designs and executes on a comprehensive development strategy for the Phoenix Children's Foundation. The Director oversees and executes on both capital campaigns and ongoing fundraising efforts. This position also forms and manages the Phoenix Children’s Foundation development team, and reports directly to the Vice President.
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Foundation
Type: Full-Time
Location: Phoenix

Specialist I

Foundation | Full-Time | Phoenix
Posting Note: Specialist I – Business Systems-Will assist with fund management processes, including accurate tracking and reporting of Foundation funds, and will prepare and maintain detailed reports for leadership. The position also involves drafting and organizing briefing memos for the CEO’s participation in Foundation events, managing the calendar of events, and ensuring timely and accurate delivery of event-related information to leadership. The Specialist will provide essential support to the WINGS auxiliary by coordinating meetings and managing deliverables and logistics. This includes staffing meetings and fostering relationships with auxiliary members and donors. Additionally, the role will participate in donor-focused efforts to help build long-term relationships with the organization, supporting gift officer activities and donor strategies. The Specialist will develop a strong understanding of hospital infrastructure, programs, and systems, enabling effective donor engagement and collaboration across teams. The position focuses on operational excellence, donor support, and event preparation to advance the Foundation’s philanthropic goals.
Working in close collaboration with leadership, the Specialist I assists in the development and implementation of many aspects of multiple programs that align with hospital’s mission and support the Foundation’s goals. Working independently, the Specialist I may be in charge of overseeing program/project execution that could include staffing, volunteers, budget and fundraising goals from start to finish. This position may also be responsible for special events that publicize the organization and its programs to the community. Position may have direct and/or indirect oversight of lower-level staff members and/or volunteers.
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Foundation
Type: Full-Time
Location: Phoenix

Sr Development Officer

Foundation | Full-Time | Phoenix
The Sr Development Officer identifies, develops, broadens, and maximizes philanthropic support from individual and business prospects to increase awareness and support of hospital programs, initiatives and goals through philanthropic giving. This position may have program management oversight, and assists with mentoring team members and colleagues.
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Foundation
Type: Full-Time
Location: Phoenix

Sr Executive Assistant New!

Foundation | Full-Time | Phoenix
The Senior Executive Assistant provides advanced-level administrative support and organization to executives at the Senior Vice President or Executive Vice President level and ensures the efficient and effective provision of data and information. This position acts independently and is privy to the organization's confidential information. In addition, this position organizes schedules, manages deadlines, pays close attention to details and exhibits professional customer service skills to internal customers, as well as external visitors and/or organizations.
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Foundation
Type: Full-Time
Location: Phoenix

Sr. Data Integrity Specialist

Foundation | Full-Time | Phoenix
Posting Note: Join the Decision Support team at Phoenix Children’s Hospital Foundation! We support the essential functions of Foundation staff who are passionate about Phoenix Children’s Hospital’s mission of providing hope, healing, and the best healthcare to children and their families. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, is a natural problem solver, is self-motivated, technologically savvy, and team-oriented. This position is responsible for the maintenance, enhancement, and functional use of the donor databases, most notably Blackbaud’s Luminate. Key actionable responsibilities include data management, enrichment and integrity, quality assurance, and accurate data extraction and transfer. This position is 4 days in office 1 remote.
Working in close collaboration with leadership, the Sr Specialist develops and implements all aspects of multiple programs that align with hospital’s mission and support the Foundation’s goals. Working independently, the Sr Specialist may be in charge of overseeing program/project execution that could include staffing, volunteers, budget and fundraising goals from start to finish. This position may also be responsible for special events that publicize the organization and its programs to the community. Position may have direct and/or indirect oversight of lower-level staff members and/or volunteers.
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Foundation
Type: Full-Time
Location: Phoenix