Title: Foundation Communications Donor Engagement Director

Location: Fountain Valley / On-Site

Department: Foundation

Status: Full Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range*: $39.89/hr - $57.83/hr

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Orange Coast Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Orange Coast Medical Center’s strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.

The Foundation Communications & Donor Engagement Director is primarily responsible for leading the development and implementation of strategic communications and engagement initiatives to enhance the Foundation’s visibility, build relationships with donors, and support fundraising efforts. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, Communications & Donor Engagement, this position is responsible for creating and launching compelling content across multiple platforms, managing donor communications, and ensuring that the Foundation’s mission and impact are effectively communicated to key stakeholders.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy that supports the Foundation’s mission and enhances brand awareness
• Oversee and collaborate with clinical partners to write, proof and edit inspirational communications materials including acknowledgement letters, newsletter articles, direct mail appeal letters, case statements, donor proposals, one-sheets, annual impact report, news releases, brochures, invitations, programs, flyers, posters and signs
• Create and launch compelling visual and written content for digital platforms, including OCMCF’s web pages, online giving, email campaigns, and social media
• Produce print and digital collateral, ensuring professional presentation and consistent messaging of corporate, editorial and graphic standards
• Collaborate with internal teams and traffic projects with freelance writers, and print and mailhouse vendors; obtaining estimates, staying in alignment with budget, and ensuring that deadlines are met
• Strategizes with the fundraising team to promote and execute donor engagement events, such as galas, donor luncheons and salon events
• Direct photography at events and obtain permission for use
• Undertake ad hoc projects as needed

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• Minimum seven years of experience in communications, donor relations, or nonprofit fundraising
• Strong writing, editing and verbal communication skills with an ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with various audiences
• Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with donors, media and other stakeholders
• Experience with donor management systems such as Raiser’s Edge
• Knowledge of digital fundraising and marketing platforms such as GiveSmart and Campaign Monitor
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with an ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proven experience in marketing communications, preferably within a nonprofit organization; healthcare fundraising a plus
• Strategic thinker with a proactive and creative approach to problem-solving
• Strong computer skills to include Windows, Microsoft Office/Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook, InDesign or Canva, mass email platforms such as Campaign Monitor, and online fundraising platforms such as GiveSmart
• Excellent interpersonal skills showing courtesy, compassion, and respect when interacting with donors, patients, families, employees, visitors and others
• A passion for philanthropy and a commitment to the mission of the Foundation

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• A bachelor’s degree required in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
• A master’s degree is a plus