Director of Philanthropy

The Rhode Island Public Health Institute (RIPHI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to reduce health disparities in Rhode Island and beyond. RIPHI oversees public health programs, conducts translational and policy research, and trains students and public health practitioners. RIPHI is experiencing rapid growth and seeks a Director of Philanthropy to further bolster its recent growth and development.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree, Masters degree strongly preferred

Executive presence

Ability to thrive in a very fast paced environment in an organization experiencing rapid growth

Ability to work well with the Chief Medical Officer and Chief Financial Officer on fundraising efforts

Appreciation of our deeply innovative culture and appreciation for addressing health disparities and the social determinants of health

Conversant in clinical and public health issues that impact the many diverse populations we serve

Conversant on the scientific issues that undergird our approaches to clinical care and public health programs

A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a nonprofit development management position

Successful fundraising from multiple donor types

Demonstrated success in closing major gifts

Have knowledge and experience in fund raising techniques, particularly major gift fundraising

Possess the skills to work with and motivate staff, board members and other volunteers

Be a self-starter and goal driven to initiate donor visits and fundraising calls

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Ability to present information concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Ability to understand and adhere to high levels of discretion and confidentiality

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Database management experience

Candidates must be comfortable working with diverse staff, clientele and vulnerable populations, including sexual and gender minorities, Latinx populations, people of color, and older adults.

Passion for RIPHI’s mission of solving complex public health challenges using research, best public health practices, clinical service delivery and community engagement.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands; balance, stoop, kneel or crouch: and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. As RIPHI operates in a normal patient care environment there is possible exposure to infectious diseases. Hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety precautions.

Benefits:

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

Providence, RI 02907: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

Fundraising: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Providence, RI 02907