Region Chief Philanthropy Officer, Northwest

As our Regional Vice President of Philanthropy, Northwest Region, you will be the chief architect and lead fundraiser for a dynamic and mission-driven organization. This executive leadership role is critical for driving sustainable growth and significantly impacting our philanthropic efforts across the entire Northwest Region. You will strategically oversee all fundraising performance, cultivate a robust donor pipeline, and champion a culture of philanthropy to maximize our reach and impact, ensuring long-term financial health and community engagement.

Every day you will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive, region-wide fundraising plan that encompasses multiple foundations and anticipates future expansion. You'll provide direct supervisory leadership and crucial mentorship to foundation staff, fostering their professional growth and optimizing their fundraising strategies. A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to managing a personal portfolio of principal donors, building meaningful relationships, and securing transformative gifts. You'll also foster close collaboration with the national philanthropy team, implementing best practices and leveraging centralized resources for peak efficiency.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a proven track record of executive-level fundraising achievement, ideally within a multi-site or regional healthcare system. Your background will demonstrate exceptional skills in strategic planning, team leadership, and major gift cultivation. You are a results-oriented leader with a deep understanding of philanthropic trends, solid experience with donor relations management, and the ability to inspire a broad range of stakeholders, from board members to frontline staff. Your commitment to our mission, coupled with strong interpersonal and communication skills, will be paramount in achieving our ambitious goals and building lasting partnerships.

Responsibilities:

• Lead regional fundraising strategy, developing and implementing comprehensive plans in alignment with system and local priorities.
• Manage, mentor, and build a unified team of Foundation leaders across the region, ensuring individual and collective success.
• Act as a key member of the regional executive leadership team, fostering a culture of philanthropy.
• Represent the region on the national Philanthropy Leadership Council, driving performance and integrating local input.
• Build and develop a diverse, inclusive, and professional regional philanthropy team, leveraging shared resources for efficiency.

Required:

• Masters degree in business or related field, or combination of education and/or additional job-related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of total experience in philanthropy and/or non-profit leadership.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of total experience in a senior management role; experience in successfully dealing with major gift fundraising; experience facilitating progressive organizational change within a growing organization.

Preferred:

• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.