Development Program Manager
Oregon Health & Science University Foundation
$68,616 - $80,052 / year
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Description
Salary is determined based on experience and the Foundation’s structured pay bands, which include steps for growth and performance. Please see the “Pay” section for more details.
Priority Application Deadline: October 22, 2026
FLSA Status: Exempt
Starting Salary: $68,616 - $80,052 (Step I - Step II)
Work Location: Hybrid
About the Position
As the Development Program Manager, you will play a key role in advancing our mission by overseeing key programs and projects that support the philanthropic goals of the Schools and Programs (S&P) fundraising team. You will be collaborating closely with development officers, the Development Support Supervisor, the Assistant Vice President (AVP), and the Advancement Data Strategy team.
What You'll Be Doing
Program and Project Management
- You will partner with development officers in their fundraising units to plan and execute donor strategy, including engagement, cultivation, and stewardship plans for major and principal gift prospects.
- You will lead program support for emerging fundraising opportunities, including mapping faculty and donor relationships, identifying prospects, and supporting the development of fundraising cases.
- You will oversee councils and volunteer groups within assigned units, including meeting planning, communications, and member engagement.
- You will plan and coordinate unit-specific donor events in collaboration with special events and fundraising leads.
Team-Wide Support
- You will produce regular team-wide reports on pipeline, portfolio activity, proposals, and gift progress for the Assistant Vice President (AVP) and development officers, in partnership with Advancement Data Strategy.
- You will prepare data and analysis for portfolio reviews, prospect strategy sessions, and annual planning in partnership with Advancement Data Strategy.
- You will provide data for team-wide projects, including endowment reporting, in coordination with the Development Support Supervisor.
Department Support and Special Projects
- You will partner closely with other support team members to proactively plan and address support needs for the fundraising team and enhance processes and procedures to work collaboratively and efficiently.
- You will serve as liaison and relationship builder to OHSU departments within the fundraising units of the team.
Who You Are
- You're able to take initiative and work independently, with a high level of accountability.
- Your strong project/program management and organizational skills give you the ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.
- Your demonstrated interpersonal skills give you the ability to collaborate professionally, diplomatically and productively with contacts at all levels, including faculty, council members, donors, and other OHSU and Foundation colleagues.
- You're compassionate and culturally responsive, with the ability to work well with internal and external individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
- Your analytical skills give you the ability to analyze and present data.
- Your excellent verbal and written communication skills give you the ability to communicate with contacts at all levels.
You should have
- At least 3 years of relevant experience, including project or program management
- Experience working with a CRM, such as Salesforce
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel
- Experience working in a nonprofit, higher education, or fundraising environment preferred
We want to emphasize that there is no such thing as the perfect candidate; candidates who do not have all of the required experience are encouraged to apply.
Working Conditions
- Occasional hours outside of normal business hours may be required at times
- Some local travel may be necessary
Pay
Salary is dependent on experience. Each salary band is broken into three "steps," which correspond with an employee’s experience/tenure, proficiency and performance in that specific role. New employees will typically start at step I of our pay band to allow for later growth, although more experienced candidates may be eligible to start at step II or III. The OHSU Foundation has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
Benefits
The OHSU Foundation also offers an exceptional benefits package including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
- Pension program (The Foundation contributes 12% of your annual salary to a pension);
- 22 days of paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, 1 float holiday and 2 days of volunteer time off;
- Professional development dollars for each employee;
- Hybrid work allowance and much more!
Plus, we have a flexible work environment for those who prefer a hybrid work schedule, and we close early on Fridays during the summer. Want to learn more about our other amazing benefits? Check out our benefits page to learn more about our benefits.
Please note that benefits may vary for employees residing outside of Oregon, Washington, Arkansas, Alaska, Arizona, and Nevada due to state-specific regulations and coverage differences. Employees located outside of these states may be required to work through a Professional Employer Organization (PEO).
Our Core Values
Every relationship we cultivate, every gift we secure, every action we take advances OHSU’s mission for excellence in education, research and scholarship, clinical practice and community service.
Alignment
Compassion
Equity
Integrity
Collaboration
Impact
If you require support or reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment process, please submit a request through our Accommodation Request Form.
The OHSU Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The OHSU Foundation is committed to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization. In keeping with our beliefs and values, no applicant will face discrimination or harassment on the basis of any protected class status, including color, age, current or future military status, disability (physical or mental), gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
The OHSU Foundation, as required by law, is making available a copy of Employee Rights and Responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
The OHSU Foundation participates in E-Verify. By law we are required to make available the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
- Pension program (The Foundation contributes 12% of your annual salary to a pension);
- 22 days of paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, 1 float holiday and 2 days of volunteer time off;
- Professional development dollars for each employee;
- Hybrid work allowance and much more!
About this role
Oregon Health & Science University Foundation seeks a Development Program Manager to coordinate fundraising initiatives across its Schools and Programs team. You'll manage donor strategy and engagement plans for major gift prospects, oversee councils and volunteer groups, and coordinate donor events in close partnership with development officers and the advancement data team. The role bridges program execution and strategic support, requiring you to produce pipeline reports, prepare data for portfolio reviews, and enhance processes across the fundraising operation while serving as a liaison to OHSU departments.
This position suits someone with at least three years of project or program management experience, ideally in nonprofit, higher education, or fundraising settings. You'll need strong analytical abilities to work with data and CRM systems like Salesforce, advanced Excel skills, and the interpersonal finesse to collaborate diplomatically with faculty, donors, council members, and colleagues at all levels. The Foundation emphasizes that candidates without every qualification are encouraged to apply.
The role is hybrid-based in Portland and offers a competitive salary of $68,616–$80,052 depending on experience, along with a robust benefits package including a 12% pension contribution, 22 days of vacation, professional development funding, and early Friday closures in summer. Occasional evening hours and local travel may be required.
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