Director, Development Events

Company: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Location: Rochester
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

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Eligibility may vary.Position descriptionProvides strategic oversight of the Development Events programs for the Mayo Clinic enterprise, including campuses in Rochester, Florida, Arizona and across the Mayo Clinic Health System. Fosters innovation to insure the event program is seen as a best-in-class benchmark in the fundraising industry. Performs duties independently and initiates judgment in handling a variety of management issues. Develops and implements benefactor engagement strategies to carry forward the mission and vision of Mayo Clinic via digital platforms and in-person events. Duties include management of staff, program budget development, operational and strategic planning and implementation of policies, procedures and systems. Ensures Mayo Clinic optimizes all opportunities for benefactor engagement which is achieved through a variety of means; including internal and external events, executive involvement as a strategic engagement tool, and coordinating all tangible items of benefactor recognition events. Ensures that key institutional messages are supported in benefactor engagement activities. Collaborates with appropriate vice chairs, associate chairs, program directors and development officers to increase benefactor giving and meet fundraising goals. Qualifications A Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of experience in health care administration, events, or donor relations is required. Experience working with executives and curating small, high-profile events for benefactors is strongly preferred.Additional qualifications A Master's degree in business, marketing or related field and 5 years of fundraising experience is preferred. Strong leadership, team building and problem-solving skills as well as demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a complex organization. Incumbents will have demonstrated competencies in strategic and operational planning and project management. The incumbent must be able to work effectively in a consensus-style operation that expects and promotes teamwork. Must be able to train and mentor employees. Requires excellent decision-making and judgment capabilities. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be effective in facilitating crucial conversations. Professional writing experience is required. Ability to develop and move projects forward with a high degree of independence and autonomy. Seasoned judgment, ability to make decisions, justify recommendations, and be responsive and clear with colleagues and partners. The incumbent must have strong analytical abilities to continuously improve program outcomes, provide accurate financial analysis and budget forecasting. A task-oriented style with focus on achieving clear and ambitious short- and long-term goals in line with program strategy. Demonstrated ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage multiple priorities by maintaining a high level of organization. Must possess the ability to inspire trust and confidence, and communicate effectively with internal and external audiences, including Mayo benefactors at the highest levels. The ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality is essential. Work related experience in a health care setting is beneficial.Exemption status ExemptCompensation Detail $110,385 - $160,076 / yearBenefits eligible YesSchedule Full TimeHours / Pay period 80Schedule details M-F, business hours. This position will be 50-70% of time on the Rochester, MN campus, and will need to be located within a reasonable driving distance of Rochester. The remaining 30-50% of the time may be worked remotely. Occasional travel required.Weekend schedule As neededRemote YesInternational Assignment NoSite description Mayo Clinic is located in the heart of downtown Rochester, Minnesota, a vibrant, friendly city that provides a highly livable environment for more than 34,000 Mayo staff and students. The city is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States because of its affordable cost of living, healthy lifestyle, excellent school systems and exceptionally high quality of life.Recruiter Jessica GartnerEOE As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

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