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The Assistant Director of Development Programs, Research facilitates activities and programs that support fundraising priorities. This role involves identifying sponsorship prospects, coordinating donor communications, and collaborating on philanthropic projects.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of three years of experience in relevant fields. Experience in project management, donor relations, and event management is essential.
At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Assistant Director of Development Programs, Research Location Cleveland Facility Remote Location Department Philanthropy Institute-Philanthropy Institute Job Code T98820 Shift Days Schedule 8:00am-5:00pm Job Summary Job Details Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside a passionate team to make a lasting, meaningful impact on patient care. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As Assistant Director of Development Programs, Research, you play a vital role in facilitating various activities and programs that support the fundraising priorities of Cleveland Clinic under the direction of the Senior Director. Additionally, this position offers work/life balance, a supportive culture, and an established career path with eligibility for job growth opportunities. Come find your place at Cleveland Clinic and make a lasting difference in your community. A caregiver in this position works remotely out of Ohio, Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 5:00pm. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Identify individual and corporate sponsorship prospects, volunteers and donors using various databases, physicians, volunteers and internal colleagues. Strategically involve volunteers in planning aspects of events and initiatives to incorporate a broader scope of participation. Coordinate donor, sponsor or volunteer interests with the priorities of the organization and develop funding proposals to match interests with needs. Coordinate donor communications and stewardship reports for donors concerning Cleveland Clinic priorities, needs and use of their gifts. Collaborate with centralized internal colleagues to develop and execute philanthropic projects, such as foundation grant applications, cause marketing efforts, fundraising events support and annual fund. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Bachelor’s Degree Minimum of three years of experience in Project Management, Donor Relations, Event Management, Marketing or Soliciting of Corporate Sponsors. Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/ Physical Requirements: Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment. Ability to travel throughout the hospital system. Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future. What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries. For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.
This job posting was last updated on 10/7/2025