Philanthropy Writer

Position Information

• Posting date: 12/05/2025
• Closing date:
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Position Number: 1129490
• Position Title:
  
  Philanthropy Writer
• Hiring Range: $72,100 - $90,200
• Union Type:
  Not a Union Position
• SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Employment Category:
  Regular Full Time
• Scheduled Months per Year: 12
• Scheduled Hours per Week: 40
• Remote Work Eligibility:
  Hybrid
• Location:
  
  Lebanon, NH 03766, 35 Centerra Parkway
• Term Position:
  No
• Grant funded:
  No

An integral part of the Medical & Healthcare Advancement office, the Philanthropy Writer plays a critical role in advancing fundraising goals by crafting compelling, donor‑centric content— from highly customized proposals to cases for support, campaign content, and related written materials—that support the solicitation and closure of major and principal philanthropic gifts to Dartmouth Health and the Geisel School of Medicine  writer also contributes to efforts by additional teams within MHA that deepens donor engagement and demonstrates the impact of philanthropy.

Reporting to the Director of Content & Creative Strategy, this position is both creative and collaborative, requiring a deep understanding of the academic medical and healthcare fundraising landscape.

• Deep knowledge of the academic medical and healthcare ecosystem and fundraising landscape.
• Proven previous experience in proposal or grant writing for a major university, research institution, or health system.
• Exceptional editorial judgement and content development ability, with a demonstrated capacity to translate complex medical and scientific subjects into compelling, inspirational, adaptable content frameworks.
• Ability to be a creative thinker and adhere to the highest standards of writing and editing, with an unparalleled attention to detail.
• Editorial leadership, with the ability to guide others in customizing content while maintaining consistency in tone, style, and messaging.
• Understanding of donor engagement strategies, especially how messaging evolves from general priorities to personalized solicitations.
• Ability to handle sensitive and highly confidential information with discretion and judgment.
• High degree of professionalism for working with colleagues, faculty, and organizational stakeholders.
• A self‑starter with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with a commitment to respectful communication and collaboration within a diverse community.
• Brings joy and humor to the workplace.

• 5–7 or more years’ professional experience in philanthropic communications work and/or grant/proposal writing.
• Demonstrated success writing and reviewing proposals, donor correspondence, or similar materials in a collaborative environment.
• Experience providing editorial oversight or coaching to colleagues customizing donor‑facing materials.
• Experience working in a collaborative, deadline‑driven environment.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Professional training in writing or fundraising communications is a plus.

• Significant professional experience (7+ years) in communications and/or philanthropy in the health and healthcare arena.
• Proven previous experience in creating proposals that resulted in the closure of major or principal‑level gifts from high‑capacity donors.
• Master’s degree or equivalent in a related field.

• Develop a deep understanding of each institution’s philanthropic priorities and strategic vision and learn how to infuse that understanding into your work.
• Develop templated proposals for major and principal gift prospects that focus on specific funding priorities and areas and that inspire individuals, foundations, or organizations to make philanthropic investments in Dartmouth Health and/or the Geisel School of Medicine  templates will serve as foundational documents to be customized for individual solicitations.
• Partner with gift officers to gain a deep understanding of donor interests and motivations, and use these insights to…