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Assistant Director, Direct Response Fundraising

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Seattle, WA

Employer:	Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Job Type:	Full Time
Description
Overview Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington. With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality. At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion. The Assistant Director, Direct Response, is a member of the Experience & Engagement team and reports to the Senior Executive Director, Acquisition. The Experience & Engagement team is responsible for broad-based donor acquisition; donor communications; stewardship and recognition; and a robust pipeline of events. The Assistant Director, Direct Response, collaborates with departmental leaders and implementing partners to advance Philanthropy initiatives and support high-impact programs and projects tied to fundraising and fundraising-adjacent efforts in direct response. The Assistant Director, Direct Response, is responsible for growing our donor pipeline by developing strategies and tactics for a sophisticated, omni-channel fundraising program. This leader will manage one direct report and oversee the day-to-day operations and growth of digital and print programs for broad-base audiences. Some travel and weekend and evening work will be required. This role will have the opportunity to work partially at our campus (2 days per week) and remotely. Responsibilities Lead strategy, execution, and analysis of Philanthropy's direct response fundraising program, with direction from Senior Executive Director, Acquisition. Manage relationship and scope of work with direct response fundraising agency of record. Partner with creative collaborators on the development and production of best-in-class direct response materials that persuasively and accurately articulate the mission and goals of Fred Hutch and translate complex research priorities into campaigns that inspire increased participation and donations. Partner with leadership, collaborators in Philanthropy and other departments, and/or external partners to manage and grow a key program within Philanthropy. Lead the operational execution of the program, including planning, tracking deliverables, ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget, convening and aligning stakeholders, troubleshooting, and anticipating and mitigating obstacles. Help evaluate and strengthen relevant Philanthropy operations and systems; establish and implement new or revised procedures and processes when needed. Oversee implementation of new initiatives and maintain/expand current program; stay abreast of and incorporate industry and organizational best practices. Build trusted relationships to work effectively across multiple teams. Supervise employee workload and day-to-day responsibilities to achieve program goals. Help document and maintain SOPs and records for historical analysis and information purposes. Serve as a leader of others; this role may have program and/or fundraising responsibility. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Five years related experience managing programs and/or people. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Understanding of direct response marketing best practices in the areas of donor acquisition, pipeline development, channel integration, audience analysis, business processes, and project management. Knowledge of digital landscape and tools as they relate to fundraising. Proven track record of increasing revenue and growing constituencies. Demonstrated ability to create innovative strategies for engaging new audiences. Experience managing an agency partner and working with them to develop strategies, implement plans, and manage data and invoices. Ability to establish, manage, and update priorities in a fast-paced, complex organizational environment. Skilled in training and managing the work of others. Experience in nonprofit, research, or health care environment with campaign planning or campaign implementation experience. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Highly developed organizational and information management skills. Strong attention to a high level of detail and quality of work. Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively within a complex organization. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with a CRM, Raiser's Edge/RENXT, or related fundraising software. Ability to handle and respect confidential and sensitive information. A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists. The annual base salary range for this position is from $80,434 to $120,619, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months). Our Commitment to Diversity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.

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