Manager Phoebe Foundation

Reporting to the Foundation Director, the Manager will function as the operational lead for the Foundation, overseeing daily activities, supervising staff, and ensuring alignment between philanthropic strategy, organizational priorities, and operational execution. The position combines leadership in fundraising and donor engagement with operational management responsibilities, ensuring efficient processes, high-performing team culture, and measurable philanthropic impact.

Qualifications
4 year/Bachelor's Degree in business, public relations, marketing or related field (Required)
Master's Degree in business, public relations, marketing or related field (Preferred)

Work Experience
5 or more years of experience in healthcare philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, fundraising, or operational management (Required)
1 or more Demonstrated experience supervising staff and leading cross-functional teams (Required)
1 or more Strong understanding of fundraising principles and donor relationship management (Required)
1 or more Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills (Required)
1 or more Ability to operate strategically while managing operational details in a fast-paced environment (Required)

Licenses and Certifications
Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)

Essential Functions
Operational Leadership & Oversight
Manage the day-to-day operations of the Foundation, ensuring effective workflows, clear priorities, and operational alignment with strategic goals.
Serve as operational partner to the Foundation Director, helping translate strategic vision into actionable plans and execution.
Develop and maintain systems, policies, and processes that support efficient and compliant foundation operations.
Oversee project management across foundation initiatives to ensure timelines, accountability, and successful outcomes.
Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities for process improvement and organizational effectiveness.
Team Leadership & Staff Management
Provide direct supervision and leadership to foundation team members, including:
Philanthropy Officer
Systems Program Administrator
Children’s Miracle Network Coordinator
Foundation Coordinator
Establish clear performance expectations, coaching, and professional development for staff.
Foster a collaborative, mission-driven team culture aligned with health system values.
Coordinate staff workloads and ensure alignment with foundation priorities.
Philanthropy & Fundraising
Maintain a portfolio of donors and prospects, actively engaging in relationship management, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Collaborate with the Director to advance fundraising strategy and achieve philanthropic goals.
Support development and execution of campaigns, donor engagement initiatives, and major gift opportunities.
Partner with clinical and administrative leaders to align philanthropic initiatives with service line priorities.
Grantmaking & Strategic Program Support
Support administration and oversight of service-line grants funded through foundation assets.
Ensure grant processes reflect donor intent, organizational priorities, and measurable impact.
Collaborate with health system stakeholders to evaluate funding opportunities and outcomes.
Stakeholder & Executive Collaboration
Serve as a liaison between the foundation team, health system leadership, and external partners.
Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and materials for board meetings and executive leadership.
Represent the Foundation professionally in internal and external settings as appropriate.

Additional Duties
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
Maintains current Knowledge in present areas of responsibility to include any specialty certification requirements (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.