Director of Proposals and Program Development

At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), our goal is to provide extraordinary, patient-centered care supported by world-class education and research. The generosity of our patients, families, and friends makes it possible for us to carry out our mission.

BIDMC is seeking dynamic professionals to join its growing Development team as we are in the quiet phase of a $750M Campaign. Under the leadership of CEO Dr. Kevin Tabb and Chief Development Officer Kris Laping, BIDMC’s fundraising has doubled within the past five years. As one of the nation's preeminent academic medical centers we are committed to excellence in clinical care, biomedical research and education and have recruited world-class leaders, researchers and physicians who are working with Development to raise philanthropy to new levels. 

We seek creative, entrepreneurial, and innovative staff within the office of Development to help us attain our goals. Please see more at https://www.bidmc.org/give.

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Senior Director, drafts compelling proposals and high-level funding priority descriptions to seek high-impact gifts to the institution. Designs and implements strategic funding opportunity catalog, including the identification and management of high-priority needs within the capital campaign such as: compelling business needs, budget-relieving opportunities from capital and operating budget planning processes, and unique opportunities driven by donor interest. Works collaboratively with the External Relations team; major gift officers; and other Development, hospital, and administration staff to assist in inspiring continued giving and deepening relationships between donors and the hospital. Translates complex scientific and financial documents to create fundraising opportunities and promotes available needs throughout the Office of Development, ensuring that concepts supporting institutional priorities are kept up to date in the content library and accessible to front line colleagues.

Essential Responsibilities: 

1. Writes proposals and other priority-related content for the capital campaign.
2. Partners with major and principal gift officers on the development of customized funding opportunities, and serves as a key resource for any budget-related or financial proposal elements.
3. Manages catalog of high-priority funding opportunities for the institution, and tracks the status of all proposed funding needs.
4. Manages the `content bank' and is responsible for the storage and dissemination of content to colleagues as appropriate. Ensures content is up to date, accurate, and accessible.
5. Manages funding opportunity request process to ensure that all proposed gifts are implementable, aligned with faculty needs, and in the best strategic interest of the institution.