Director of Philanthropy (Austin)

Job description

Lead Regional Philanthropy Strategy and Growth
• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy for the Austin region that aligns with Texas Children's philanthropic vision, organizational priorities, and long-term growth objectives.
• Partner with executive leadership, physicians, and clinical leaders to integrate philanthropy into regional clinical expansion, patient care, research, and community engagement initiatives.
• Identify emerging philanthropic opportunities, establish fundraising priorities, and implement strategies that expand donor engagement and philanthropic investment throughout the Austin market.
• Collaborate with system-wide Philanthropy, Marketing & Communications, and operational leaders to ensure a coordinated approach to fundraising and donor stewardship.

Build and Strengthen Strategic Partnerships
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with physicians, executive leaders, donors, volunteers, community organizations, and civic leaders to advance fundraising priorities and strengthen Texas Children's philanthropic presence in Central Texas.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to physician and clinical leadership, fostering a culture of philanthropy and equipping stakeholders to engage effectively in donor cultivation and solicitation.
• Lead volunteer engagement efforts and partner with regional volunteer leadership to expand community awareness and philanthropic support.

Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams
• Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing fundraising team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous professional growth.
• Establish clear performance expectations, monitor fundraising outcomes, and leverage data-driven insights to optimize team performance and fundraising effectiveness.
• Promote operational excellence through efficient fundraising practices, resource stewardship, and continuous process improvement.

Drive Major Gift Fundraising Performance
• Personally manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors while leading strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward transformational philanthropic investments.
• Partner closely with physicians, executive leaders, and volunteers to develop compelling donor engagement strategies and secure significant philanthropic support.
• Achieve annual fundraising goals through strategic pipeline development, portfolio management, and disciplined prospect strategy.
• Ensure accurate documentation of donor engagement, gift activity, and prospect management within CRM systems to support effective fundraising operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
• 7 + years of fundraising experience
• 5 + years of leadership experience managing fundraisers

Preferred:
• Master's Degree