Major Gifts Offcr- Foundations

Northern Light Health Department: Foundation Position is located: Northern Light Home Care and Hospice Bangor Work Type: Full Time Hours Per Week: 40.00 Work Schedule: No Hours Assigned Summary: Northern Light Health Foundation Major Gift Officer for Foundation Relations identifies and cultivates foundation funders and develops high-effective grant proposals to advance Northern Light Health and its member organization initiative priorities including programming and capital. This individual works with system leaders, teams, and external partners from concept development to identifying, cultivating, and soliciting grant funding from foundation, and other sources to support program, capital, and research initiatives. They lead a dynamic portfolio of individual projects and provides mentorship, coaching and support with projects assigned to team members. The Major Gift Officer is a vital member of the Institutional Funding Team (IFT) and takes a lead role advancing system priorities through sponsored project development and management; and by qualifying best fit funding opportunities, developing compelling proposals and providing post award orientation and support to Northern Light Health clients. This individual will work closely with other grants and fundraising staff, member organizations, fiscal services, legal services, program sponsors, and community partners. The candidate must be able to work effectively in advance of deadlines and maintain a sense of humor and humility under pressure. Responsibilities: Serving as a grants strategy lead, conferring with Northern Light Health clients to understand system and member organization needs, and advance goals and priorities for external funding. Engaging with external partners and community stakeholders to collaborate in strategic partnership proposals while Ensuring staff establish and sustain positive and productive relationships with funding agencies and philanthropic organizations. Proposal writing, editing and review, prospect research and planning and budget development. Leading the development of complex proposals involving several contributors; Working within funder guidelines to write and prepare quality proposals that advance priority initiatives; Working in advance of deadlines to assure timely submissions and ensure effective engagement of grant services throughout the system while providing comprehensive post-award support to clients ensuring effective and timely grant deliverables and reporting to funders. Assures all team members understand Northern Light Health system priorities, initiatives, and recent awards that advance proposal development and Maintains knowledge of national objectives for healthcare reform and evidenced-based models of care to advance development of proposals that are responsive to funder interests. Ensures team members and business partners understand and follow system policies and practices that maximize the effectiveness of grant services and compliance with funder, including federal and state, grant requirements and manages individual projects as well as helps to coordinate complex projects managed by team members. Ensures the integrity of grants management database (AmpliFund) and additional tracking tools to monitor project and grant activity, develops and provides grant activity reports. Provides post-award grant management including funder reports, amendments, etc. Management (SAM), Grants.gov, NIH eRA Commons, GrantSolutions, HRSA eHandbooks, and others as necessary while consulting with clients, partners and system leaders on project prioritization and resourcing of high value, transformative initiatives. Provides consultation on the process of securing approvals to move projects forward for proposal preparation and submission to clients. Leads the proposal generation process, particularly for complex proposals with multiple contributors to produce compelling high-quality proposals and utilizes senior experience to facilitate collaborative partnerships. Contributes to the development and maintenance of grant/IFT intranet site as a high value resource to customers and the system. Serves as a lead grants strategy consultant that aligns with strategic plans and emergent priorities. Advances system priorities through the grant proposal process and participation in committees and task force(s) as assigned. Advances the development of the Grants Department through active engagement in department initiatives to improve population health. Coordinates with Marketing and Communications to ensure compliance with Northern Light Health standards for branding, and release of grant-related media coverage. Other duties as assigned. Prepares Request for Information (RFI) and/or Public Comment. Manages special projects, provides periodic progress updates as assigned. Assist Chief Officer and Director of Grant Services with staff recruitment, selection and orientation. Assists with budget development and deployment of resources. Serves as a meeting facilitator as needed. Other Information: Minimum of 5 years of successful experience. Proven track record developing complex federal, state grants and post-award grants support and compliance a must. Competency in federal grant management principles and practices (2 CFR, OMB Uniform Guidance) required. Additional experience with foundation and corporate grants, preferably within a healthcare setting. Project management expertise is a must. Possess a current driver’s license and must have reliable vehicle for travel throughout the State of Maine. Flexibility working occasional weekends, evenings, or holidays. Competencies and Skills Achieves Results: Sets high standards for their own outcomes and seizes opportunities to engage others towards objectives. Consistently moves forward with direct actions in order to attain or exceed objectives. Manages their own time effectively to accomplish assigned tasks. Successfully prioritizes multiple projects and duties as needed. Acts Strategically: Creates effective plans that anticipate future consequences and opportunities and is able to connect the day to day operations to longer-term objectives, shifts in the industry, and system goals. Applies Business Acumen:Demonstrates knowledge of current and future trends that impact organizational success. Applies proven practices and business theories to get results that meet financial as well as other business goals. Recognizes opportunities for new services and products and acts accordingly, taking measured risks into consideration. Possesses a thorough knowledge of their field and independently carries out their work in accordance with professional standards of the profession. Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan. Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation. Demonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one's behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively. Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence: Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit. Develops Self and Others:Takes responsibility for engaging in professional self-development activities and programs. Strives to gain insight into their own values, strengths and weaknesses, interests and ambitions and takes action in order to enhance competencies and skills when possible. As a leader, encourages and guides employees towards growth opportunities to enhance performance and help them reach goals. Reviews and analyzes employees' strengths and weaknesses to distinguish their talents and development needs, and to ensure they are enhanced appropriately. Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences' level. Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making: Understands and processes complex information, which allows for appropriate and accountable conclusions. Does not react too quickly or slowly. Balances facts, goals, and potential approaches taking the appropriate criteria into account. Makes active decisions and commits oneself by communicating confidently and respectfully. Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved. Fosters Innovation: Employs and encourages the use of meaningful creativity in solving challenges. Proactively identifies opportunities and uses new approaches to enhance processes, systems and services. When appropriate, suggests or initiates new strategies, products, services, and markets. Influences and Inspires: Builds enthusiasm and commitment among others to move in a desired direction and models it personally. Creates a compelling vision of success that motivates workplace initiative and energizes others to follow. Provides direction and guidance to encourage cooperation between team members in order to attain an objective. Has the ability to appropriately influence others' actions and decisions with and without express authority. Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others. Promotes Health and Safety: Promotes a healthy and safe environment for patients, employees and visitors. Advocates and models healthy physical and mental health behaviors even in challenging circumstances. Sets high quality standards and strives for continuous improvement and quality assurance by reporting and encouraging others to report near misses and safety issues. Resolves Conflict: Promptly acts to find alternatives/solutions when team members disagree. Addresses issues in a direct, honest, and appropriate manner. Handles conflicting interests diplomatically and helps to solve them. Transforms difficult situations into teachable moments using respect and accountability . Serves Others: Strives to understand, meet and exceed the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers which may include the people and communities in our service areas. Develops and maintains relationships, alliances and coalitions within and outside the organization and leverages them in order to obtain information, support, and promote cooperation and collaboration. Utilizes Resources Effectively: Understands how to get the most out of available resources and uses cost-benefit thinking in decision-making and in setting priorities. Monitors and analyzes resource usage to identify and eliminate areas of waste and maximize resources. As a leader, defines targets and provides appropriate means; oversees progress and makes adjustments when necessary. Appropriately delegates work, sets clear direction and manages workflow and time. Education Required Bachelor's Degree Working Conditions Lifting, moving and loading less than 20 pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting. Prolonged periods of walking. Position Major Gifts Offcr- FoundationsLocation Req ID null