Main Work Location: Redwood City, CA.

Schedule: Hybrid work schedule (at least 2 days per week on-site). Occasional event staffing may be required (evenings and weekends).

To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application.

 

Stanford Medicine is comprised of Stanford University School of Medicine, a premier research-intensive medical school, Stanford Health Care and Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley, hospitals and clinics that are nationally recognized for quality patient care and leading-edge technology, and Stanford Children’s Health, the only health care system in the San Francisco Bay Area exclusively dedicated to pediatric and obstetric care.

Medical Center Development (MCD), in collaboration with the Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health, provides strategic support to Stanford Medicine through a highly skilled team of fundraising professionals. Committed to a donor-centric approach, MCD works closely with donors to facilitate transformative giving that drives groundbreaking medical advancements and patient care innovations. As the team continues to build on the generous contributions of its donor community, it develops and executes key philanthropic initiatives that shape the future of Stanford Medicine’s mission and align with Stanford University’s broader strategic vision. Stanford Medicine is in the early stages of its next major fundraising campaign. Every member of the Office of Development, which includes medicine and university development, contributes to delivering exceptional service and care to donors, ensuring a positive and rewarding philanthropic experience. At Stanford, we believe that diversity and excellence are intertwined, and we seek individuals dedicated to working effectively with colleagues and donors from diverse backgrounds.

 

Position Summary:

The Stanford Health Care and Volunteer & Leader Engagement teams are seeking a Development Associate to support major gift fundraising for Stanford Health Care’s hospitals and clinics and leadership engagement efforts. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented, collaborative, and resourceful individual with a strong sense of initiative who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and is passionate about making a difference in health care and medicine, this role may be for you. As a self-starter who takes ownership, excels at managing projects, and can adeptly prioritize, you’ll provide essential support for two teams that work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including teams within Medical Center Development, Stanford University and Stanford Medicine leadership, Stanford Health Care partners, and other staff. We are looking for someone enthusiastic about patient care and who understands the importance of managing high-level communications and fundraising activities to advance Stanford Medicine’s goals.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Stanford Health Care Development and in coordination with the Deputy Chief of Staff, you will play a key role in strategic donor engagement, coordinating and tracking leadership-level interactions, and serving as the central point of contact for managing information and processes across both teams. You will act as a hub for inquiries and projects, ensuring they are either addressed or routed to the appropriate person. In this role, you will be responsible for refining and upholding established procedures, ensuring smooth communication, updating systems and records, and facilitating critical activities, such as high-profile events, donor visits, and leadership meetings. Additionally, you will take on responsibilities that enhance team efficiency and further its development goals, ultimately contributing to the impact of Stanford Medicine.

 

Your primary responsibilities include:

70% of your time spent on the Stanford Health Care (SHC) Team.

The Development Associate role on the Stanford Health Care (SHC) team provides essential support to the team and directly assists two major gift officers and the Senior Director. This role focuses on tracking and managing complex donor portfolios, facilitating strategic projects, and fostering cross-functional partnerships to advance Stanford Health Care’s philanthropic priorities.

Work closely with gift processing staff to ensure that all necessary gift-related documents are drafted and signed in a timely manner and that gifts are allocated correctly. Partner with SHC team fundraisers in the planning and implementation of donor cultivation and stewardship meetings and events. Draft internal communications for gift officers and briefing shells for leadership and faculty. Draft and help prepare polished materials, including detailed donor visit briefings for senior leadership, proposals, background documents, and presentation materials. Maintain gift officers’ portfolios by using CARD database as well as MCD’s pipeline report. Retrieve information about prospects and donors, manage data input, and generate complex reports using the university's external relations databases. Assure that donor stage and all engagements are accurate and up to date in CARD. Provide administrative support by maintaining and coordinating multiple complex meeting schedules/calendars with limited consultation, reserving rooms, arranging for catering, preparing agendas and handouts, and ensuring all technology needs are met. Research new prospects and manage existing pipelines, which includes retrieving and synthesizing donor and prospect information, generating reports and updating records, informing strategies and cultivation for prospects and initiatives, and ensuring strategies are moved forward effectively. Serve as the point person at Medical Center Development for scheduling tours and meeting spaces at Stanford Health Care facilities. Prepare and submit expense reports. Work collaboratively with the Senior Director to manage the team budget. A commitment to promoting and supporting an environment of diversity and inclusion where all feel a sense of belonging and safety. Other duties may also be assigned.

30% of your time spent on the Volunteer & Leader Engagement Team.

This position is responsible for managing processes, relationships, and communications by serving as a liaison to the offices of the Dean and CEO, scheduling Dean and CEO meetings and events, fielding a variety of requests, maintaining the meeting/briefing calendar, closely tracking briefings and communications, and, as feasible, other project-based work as a member of the larger Volunteer & Leader Engagement Team.

Partner with Dean and CEO offices and MCD colleagues to manage the complex scheduling of development-related meetings and events. Develop and manage trusted relationships with Dean and CEO offices and MCD colleagues to advance the engagement of Stanford Medicine leaders with donors and volunteers. Maintain the meeting/briefing calendar with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail while constantly communicating meeting status and briefing deadlines with colleagues. Follow up with briefing authors to ensure that briefings are delivered on time. Track leadership communications with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail and with ongoing contact with leadership offices and MCD colleagues.

To be successful in this position, you will bring: Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with a wide range of people, including both internal and external constituents. Ability to work efficiently, juggle tasks simultaneously, meet deadlines, and achieve goals. Demonstrated experience in the management of projects, including project initiating, planning, scheduling, and tracking. Experience analyzing data and content, and effectively communicating and presenting results and recommendations succinctly to key stakeholders. Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through. A growth mindset and willingness to contribute to a positive and optimistic working environment. An eagerness to build comprehensive knowledge of Stanford Medicine and thrive in a mission-driven, dedicated, and collaborative office environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*: Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, sit, and use a telephone, stand/walk. Occasionally light/fine grasping, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds, writing by hand.

WORK STANDARDS:

When conducting university business, we must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements. Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The expected pay range for this position is $89,009 to $100,380 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

 

Why Stanford is for You

Stanford University is one of the world’s premier academic and research institutions, devoting tremendous intellectual and physical resources toward the betterment of humanity. As a major Silicon Valley employer, Stanford seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world. In turn, the university is committed to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives. We believe Stanford’s future success will be shaped by the diverse perspectives, unique experiences, and inclusive culture of its community.

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues. A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care, and caregiving support. A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes. Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums. Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!

We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.

 

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 4290 Employee Status: Regular Grade: G Requisition ID: 106079 Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible