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Sutter Health

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Executive Director, Philanthropy

Palo Alto, California
Full-time
Posted 12/9/2025
Direct Apply
Key Skills:
Fundraising & Campaign Strategy
Major Gifts & Capital Campaigns
Stakeholder Engagement & Community Relations
Leadership & Team Motivation
Organizational Development

Compensation

Salary Range

$184K - 294K a year

Responsibilities

Lead and manage PAMF's fundraising efforts, develop community partnerships, and serve as a liaison to senior management and external stakeholders.

Requirements

15+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, expertise in fundraising approaches, excellent communication skills, and ability to build relationships.

Full Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD Position Overview: The Executive Director of Philanthropy for Palo Alto Medical Foundation (PAMF) is responsible for directing PAMF's fundraising program, with special emphasis on individual donor cultivation and solicitation, leading campaign strategy, and managing all aspects of the program in a manner aligned with the goals of Sutter Health. This position will serve as a lead fundraiser for PAMF Philanthropy raising $5M+ annually. This role also serves as the administrative liaison to senior management, medical staff, and Sutter Health leadership, to ensure the smooth and integrated operation of the organizations, and the appropriate alignment of operational strategies with the overall mission and available resources. Externally, the Executive Director represents Sutter Health in the community through various activities, ensuring that the mission and the programs of the entity are accurately understood and conducted. Serves as a catalyst for community collaboration by developing the entity as a resource for the community in improving the health of its residents. *Additional information: We have retained Meng Peeps as our exclusive retained search firm partner. Applications will be forwarded to them to assess your potential candidacy. Job Description: EDUCATION Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. Bachelor's TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 15 years recent relevant experience SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Exemplary leadership, management skills with the ability to motivate and mentor individuals in a changing environment while increasing performance Comprehensive knowledge of all fundraising approaches, with special expertise and understanding of capital campaigns, principal and major gifts, and planned giving. Well-developed problem-solving and analytical skills, with an ability to devise creative solutions to complex problems and issues Demonstrated ability to maintain positive, collaborative, productive relationships with diverse key stakeholders across the organization Strong and persuasive interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately Energized and enthusiastic leader with strong intellect and creativity Excellent verbal and written communication with both internal and external constituents, including public speaking skill at delivering compelling and persuasive arguments. Ability to build trust through leadership and decision making Well organized and successful at judging multiple priorities Foresees roadblocks and prepares creative alternatives Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: As Needed Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $88.29 to $141.27 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package. Working at Sutter Health Sutter Health values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization. As a result, you are empowered to apply your passion for healing in innovative ways to care for patients and their families.

This job posting was last updated on 12/11/2025

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