Senior Director Philanthropy - Portland, OR
Providence Health & Services Washington
Portland, OR · Posted November 4, 2026
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About the job
Calling All Esteemed Development Leaders! Are you a philanthropy leader who excels in principal and major gifts, campaign strategy, donor development, and fundraising leadership? Do you thrive in collaborative environments where big-picture thinking, relationship building, and a strong culture of philanthropy come together to advance meaningful healthcare initiatives? If so, we invite you to explore this leadership opportunity with Providence.
The Role
Work in tandem with the Foundations' Chief Philanthropy Officer, Executive Director of Philanthropy for Providence of Oregon, Major Gift Officers and ministry-level Executive Director Foundation leaders to begin planning for a statewide fundraising campaign for Providence Oregon. Envision big ideas and cases for giving in the region overall that build upon the momentum of Phil and Penny Knights’ recent $1.1B transformational investment in Providence St. Vincent.
What You'll Do
Qualify and cultivate new donors for the Providence Foundations at all levels and in all areas, with especial emphasis on principal gift capacity ($1M+) prospects to build a solid and long-term individual prospect pipeline.
Lead or participate in strategy sessions for principal gift and major gift prospects; may serve as facilitator of strategy meetings to include Foundations leadership and development staff.
Participate in metrics and goals discussions with individual Foundations and development officers to ensure equity, stretch performance and viability.
Work closely with the CPO and Executive Director of Philanthropy on various special projects, e.g. feasibility study, grateful patient program, stewardship, and campaign development and implementation ..
Work alongside Foundations staff to build relationships with medical staff, executive leadership, nursing staff.
Serve as lead fundraiser for St. Vincent Hospital in fundraising priority areas.
Serve as a mentor and coach as needed and requested to any development officer.
Participate in professional development opportunities to represent the Providence Foundations.
What You'll Bring
Education & Credentials
Bachelor's Degree.
Master's Degree (preferred).
Experience & Expertise
10 or more years of cumulative fundraising and leadership experience at like organizations to Providence Foundations.
A clear demonstration of a strong fundraising skill set, with the ability to speak to a deep and wide variety of topics and/or call upon resources to research and present solutions to fundraising problems.
Understands the value of data analysis as a key tool in decision making.
Management experience and the ability to teach and mentor fundraising within the Providence Foundations and in the larger development community to build the Providence brand and learn about fundraising professionalism, trends, and new tools.
Professional & Leadership Capabilities
Enthusiasm and loyalty to the Providence mission and culture, demonstrated in and out of the work environment.
Exemplary communication skills, including writing, oral/presentation and dialog/meeting facilitation.
Driven to achieve, learn and establish high expectations.
Available as needed throughout the week to respond and problem-solve as well as attend Providence events and meetings.
Why Join Us?
Statewide Campaign Strategy: Help begin planning for a statewide fundraising campaign across Providence Oregon and its foundations.
Principal & Major Gift Impact: Build a long-term donor pipeline with particular emphasis on principal gift capacity ($1M+) prospects.
Culture of Philanthropy: Partner with Foundation teams, medical staff, executive leadership, nursing staff and ministry boards to strengthen philanthropy and grateful patient fundraising.
Fundraising Leadership & Development: Support priority fundraising areas while mentoring development officers and contributing to fundraising strategy, special projects, and professional development.
Ready to Shape the Future of Healthcare?
If you are an experienced philanthropy leader with a strong fundraising skill set and a passion for principal gifts, campaign strategy, donor development, and mentoring others, we encourage you to apply and help advance the mission of Providence Foundations across Oregon.
The full pay range is listed in accordance with applicable law. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, organizational compensation alignment, and the approved hiring department budget for the position. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation and benefits.
At Providence we believe in the importance of human connection and the impact of in-person collaboration towards team cohesion and caregiver engagement. Further, we want our leaders to live in or near the communities we serve. Therefore, leaders applying for this role will be required to work a hybrid schedule, which consists of four days onsite, one day remote and live within a reasonable commuting distance to the ministry or service area they support and lead.
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits .
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act .