Vice President of Advancement & Partnerships

About Us

26Health is a non-profit 501c3 organization that provides care
for underserved and underinsured communities. We started in 2011
with a mission to help transform the healthcare landscape in
Central Florida for LGBTQIA communities who faced continuous
barriers to quality care. Today, we are a safe space built on
cultural competence that offers access to care to anyone in need –
from primary care and mental wellness to adoptions, gender identity
support, family services, emotional support, food, and clothing.
Our rule is simple: Leave No One Behind.

Job purpose

Reporting to the CEO the Vice President (VP) of Advancement
serves as a key leadership team member and an active participant in
making strategic decisions affecting 26Health. In partnership with
Senior Leadership, this position is responsible for all fundraising
and development activities. The successful candidate will help
forge new relationships to build 26Health’s visibility, impact, and
financial resources. The VP of Advancement will also design and
implement a comprehensive plan for developing key external
alliances by cultivating individual and philanthropic support. The
VP of Advancement will have primary responsibility for establishing
and implementing the infrastructure needed to grow a $150M+ budget
through the solicitation of major gifts, federal and state grants,
special events, and corporate and foundation support. 

Additionally, a bonus structure will be in place to incentivize
and reward exceptional performance in achieving fundraising targets
and fostering impactful relationships.

Duties and responsibilities

• Support and partner with the CEO, Senior Leaders, and board
  members on all major fundraising initiatives 
• Collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) to develop
  and implement 26Health’s financial strategy.
• Actively work with the CEO and senior staff to develop and
  implement a comprehensive development strategy to include
  corporate, foundation, government grants, etc. 
• Have primary responsibility for the development and execution
  of all proposals; write and archive all proposals and grants with a
  long-term relationship-management approach. 
• Oversee research funding sources and trends, with foresight, to
  help position 26Health ahead of major funding changes or
  trends.
• Grant Submission  
• Monitor all donor information; provide and present statistical
  analysis to board and senior leaders. 
• Develop and implement a stewardship program aimed at
  cultivating deeper ties with donors. 
• Monitor and report regularly on the progress of the development
  program. 
• Identify, develop, and mentor the advancement team.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE)
  Certification preferred
• 7-plus years of professional experience in a nonprofit
  organization; demonstrated success in a development function
  (managing and forging relationships with multiple donor
  sources).
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be
  considered.
• Ability to work in a complex team environment and to
  collaborate with both external and internal professionals and other
  customers.
• Tangible experience of having expanded and cultivated existing
  donor relationships over time. 
• Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively
  impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  communication style that is open and fosters trust, credibility and
  understanding.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications (Excel, Word,
  PowerPoint)
• Must be highly organized, able to focus with multiple
  priorities, and have the ability to multi-task while maintaining
  operational efficiencies.
• Proven leadership experience as well as understanding of
  budgeting and vendor management.
• Experience working in a healthcare organization is highly
  preferable.

Working conditions

• Prolonged periods standing, walking, and/or sitting at a desk
  and working on a computer may be required. Work may be required in
  various environments as needed by project/activity.

Physical requirements

• May require the occasional ability to lift up to 25
  pounds.

Direct reports

• Advancement Coordinator
• Additional Advancement staff as needed

Additional Information

• Background screens will be performed, and education will be
  verified prior to employment. 

• Please be prepared to provide the required information and/or
  documentation. 

• 26Health is a smoke-free workplace, and smoking is prohibited
  in all enclosed areas of the property.

• 26Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
  employer.