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Manager Philanthropy Major Gifts
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Oxnard, CA, 93030
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 39.18-58.28 HOUR
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As the Manager of Philanthropy Major/Campaign Gifts for St. John's Hospitals Foundation, you will serve as the primary Foundation development staff responsible for growing and maintaining a comprehensive major gifts program. You will research prospects and major donors to build strong relationships, and actively develop a major giving pipeline of larger gifts and increased revenue. You will also oversee and develop written cultivation, solicitation and stewardship plans, utilizing a move management approach to engage prospects and donors.
You will develop, implement. and sustain the program so that it engages and involves Foundation trustees, volunteers and staff in major gift planning, cultivation, solicitations and gift stewardship. You will also work with the Chief Philanthropy Officer and other leaders to identify approved potential programs and projects for major gift support, and participate in the development of cases for support and all the proposals and materials needed to make such activities successful.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to work for a health system invested in delivering care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
Benefits and offerings for this position include (plus much more!):
- Annual performance-based bonus program.
- Annual employer contribution to retirement program (no employee contribution needed).
- Medical benefits for the employee at no payroll deduction.
- 25 days PTO accrued annually.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field required, or a combination of education and/or additional job-related experience may be substituted in lieu of the degree.
- Minimum three (3) years of not-for-profit fundraising and development experience required.
- Minimum one (1) year direct work experience as a fundraising professional with a major gift portfolio required.
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Where You'll WorkSt. John’s Regional Medical Center located in Oxnard California is recognized as a Top 250 Hospital in the Nation, and as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care by Healthgrades. St. John’s Regional is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. Learn more at www.dignityhealth.org/StJohnsRegional.
One Community. One Mission. One California.
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Frequently asked questions
A philanthropy major gifts manager shapes fundraising success by cultivating high-value donor relationships and overseeing comprehensive gift strategies. Their expertise in managing major gift pipelines directly contributes to increased revenue streams, enabling St. John's Hospitals Foundation to support critical healthcare initiatives effectively.
Success in this role demands strong research capabilities, strategic relationship-building, and familiarity with move management techniques. In Oxnard's philanthropic environment, understanding local donor priorities and health equity challenges enhances your ability to engage contributors meaningfully.
Daily tasks include identifying and researching potential donors, developing tailored solicitation plans, collaborating with foundation trustees, and preparing persuasive materials. This position requires proactive engagement to sustain a vibrant major gifts program aligned with the organization's mission.
Catholic Health Initiatives leverages this role to drive philanthropic impact, linking major gift efforts with healthcare innovation and social justice objectives. The manager partners with leadership to align fundraising campaigns with community health priorities, ensuring meaningful donor engagement.
While a bachelor's degree suffices, certifications like Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) or specialized training in nonprofit leadership can bolster expertise. Oxnard's competitive market values candidates who demonstrate a commitment to ethical fundraising and community health advocacy.
Oxnard's nonprofit healthcare sector has moderate demand for skilled philanthropy managers, influenced by regional philanthropic giving patterns and healthcare funding priorities. Candidates with proven major gift experience and local network connections tend to stand out in hiring.
Salaries typically range from $75,000 to $95,000 annually, depending on experience and specific organizational scale. This aligns with nonprofit fundraising benchmarks in Southern California, factoring in the responsibilities of managing major donor portfolios.
Beyond competitive pay, Catholic Health Initiatives provides performance bonuses, full medical coverage with no employee payroll deduction, and employer-funded retirement contributions. Such benefits foster long-term career growth and promote work-life balance in philanthropy roles.