Communications, Donor Relations Officer III

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD

Position Overview:

Join our team and help advance Sutter Health Philanthropy through clear, effective communications. We are seeking a versatile writer with strong storytelling, persuasive writing, and editorial skills to develop donor-focused content across digital, print, and multimedia channels. As a key contributor to the Philanthropy Communications Team, this role identifies and develops compelling stories, creates website and email content, writes stewardship and campaign materials, and provides writing support for events, presentations, video projects, and other philanthropic communications.

While the role contributes content for digital platforms, its primary focus is creating high-quality written content and strategic communications rather than technical website design or development. Working closely with philanthropy colleagues, clinicians, leaders, and marketing and communications partners, the role translates complex information into clear, compelling content tailored to a variety of audiences, helping engage donors, demonstrate the impact of philanthropy, and advance fundraising priorities. This position is well suited to a nimble, self-directed communicator who can build strong relationships, navigate a highly matrixed organization, adapt quickly to changing priorities, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and consistently deliver high-quality work on deadline.

Job Description:

EDUCATION

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

Bachelor's

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years recent relevant experience
• Five years of professional communications experience, with preference for additional experience in philanthropy, healthcare, nonprofits or similarly complex environments strongly preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Proficiency using web design software applications (e.g., FrontPage 2000, DreamWeaver, Flash, Photoshop), and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access) or comparable applications.
• Knowledge of web technology languages (e.g., HTML, JavaScript) required.
• Excellent writing, editorial and communications skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple projects, deal with multiple constituencies and the ability to develop new, relevant technology skills when needed.
• Familiarity with Bay Area foundation and corporate arena preferred.
• Unquestionable integrity and strong sense of professional ethics and drive.
• Computer literacy (as outlined above).
• High intelligence and the ability to learn quickly because of the complex environment in which he/she will operate. The proven ability to think strategically, analytically and creatively.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and management skills; capable of working both independently and as a team member; results-oriented; self starter. Ability to handle many projects and issues simultaneously.
• An understanding of and identification with the goals and objectives of the institution.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required (proper grammar, punctuation, and formatting). Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in both written and oral communications.
• Ability to work well with volunteers, Foundation staff, and Medical Center staff; prioritize projects, meet deadlines; work independently.

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 $101,462.40 to $152,193.60 / annual salary

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.