Job Description

The National Director of Hospital Procurement is responsible for Project C.U.R.E.’s nationwide effort to solicit and receive donations of medical supplies and equipment from hospitals, clinics and ambulatory surgical centers. A successful Director will develop relationships with the leadership at these organizations by generating effective solicitations, maintaining regular communication and providing effective feedback to donors as to the impact of their medical supply and equipment donations. The Director will work with Operations Directors in C.U.R.E. Communities and the National Director of Manufacturer Procurement to tailor the relationship to achieve donor’s public relations and corporate responsibility goals. The Director will also establish C.U.R.E. Collection centers in target cities where Project C.U.R.E. does not operate distribution warehouses.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute a successful strategy to procure donated medical supplies from hospitals, clinics and surgery centers including identifying key decision makers within the organization, generate compelling proposals and develop a long-term relationship that produces consistent product donations.

• Collaborate with the Project C.U.R.E. Operations Directors and Procurement Committees at the major Distribution warehouses, as well as the volunteers who operate the Collection Centers in smaller cities, to coordinate successful efforts and effective relationship management.

• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date CRM database of medical donors including the names, locations and key information for all donor organizations.

• Create consistent communication content to hospital, clinic and surgical center contacts, sharing Project C.U.R.E. news and appeals for specific items of equipment and supplies.

• Provide regular, individualized communications, timely donation reports, accurate donation receipts, and feedback as to the results of their product donations to recipient overseas hospitals.

• Cooperate with the Operations Team and the National Director of Manufacturer Procurement to ensure appropriate inventory levels of equipment and supplies in all Project C.U.R.E. locations.

• Coordinate with the Logistics Team and Operations Directors to transport the donations to the Project C.U.R.E. facility.

QUALIFICATIONS: A successful candidate will bring a blend of experience in hospitals and clinics, a passion for global healthcare equity, and an ability to build strong relationships. They will demonstrate strategic thinking, operational execution, and the ability to inspire others both internally and externally. The ideal candidate demonstrates the following qualities:

1. Experience and Education: Holds a bachelor’s degree and has 3-5 years of account management or outreach experience preferably within healthcare or hospitals systems.

2. Develops people: Recruits, inspires and leads volunteers, mentees and interns to achieve goals within the context of building a “performance culture.” Is accessible to volunteers and associates at all levels, interacting consistently, openly and honestly to assure everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

3. Is goal oriented: Manages to metrics, OKR’s and Key Performance Indicators, including meeting or exceeding fundraising goals/objectives, monitoring performance and reporting results; is a “self-starter” who is internally motivated and does not require significant supervision.

4. Solves Problems: Can identify issues and create timely solutions to keep the program moving forward, improve efficiencies and adapt to changing circumstances.

5. Works well with others: Utilizes excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills; the ability to work effectively with donors, board members, volunteers, staff and interns; displays mature judgment, high emotional intelligence and effective communication skills.

6. Is a recognized leader: Continually seeks learning and self-improvement, maintains the highest ethical standards and values, and encourages others toward higher levels of effectiveness.

7. Is a capable communicator: Demonstrates effective communication skills in writing, interpersonal communication and public speaking; understands the importance of listening.

8. Is motivated: Has an obvious passion and enthusiasm for saving lives and strengthening health infrastructure systems in the developing world with an attitude of tenacity and determination.

9. Is well organized: Is prepared, conscientious, effective and able to prioritize in an environment with multiple demands and complicated schedules.

10. Is coachable: Has an attitude of openness, is eager to learn new things, and does not get stuck in a repetitive pattern of doing the same things the same way for too long. Can quickly comprehend complex concepts and will accept instruction.

REPORTS TO : The Director of National Hospital Procurement is at International Headquarters in Denver and reports to Kristofer Anderson who is the Vice President of Operations and Logistics. Please send resumes and cover letters to krisanderson@projectcure.org

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: This position offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience in the range of $80k to $90k and is eligible for a potential performance bonus. This position includes health insurance, paid vacation, holidays, and a 403(b) plan.

ABOUT US: Healthcare in many developing countries is a global crisis. The severe lack of healthcare disrupts social and economic stability in almost every developing nation. Disease causes nine-out-of-ten preventable deaths in developing nations among children and adults. Millions of children under the age of five die each year from preventable disease, and more than 70% of these deaths occur from pneumonia, diarrhea, measles, malaria and malnutrition.

Founded in 1987, Project C.U.R.E. ( has grown to be the largest organization in the world delivering nearly 200 forty-foot ocean freight cargo containers of donated medical supplies and equipment each year. Each project begins with an onsite Needs Assessment to ensure that Project C.U.R.E. delivers the right items to the right people. Project C.U.R.E. has delivered medical relief in 133 countries. In addition, Project C.U.R.E. volunteers travel to work with in-country medical providers through our C.U.R.E. Clinics and C.U.R.E. College programs. On average, the value of a Project C.U.R.E. Cargo container is worth $450,000, providing an amazing 20-to-1 “return on investment.” Project C.U.R.E. operates Distribution Centers in Denver, Phoenix, Houston, Nashville, Philadelphia, Chicago and Kansas City where 20,000+ volunteers sort more than 26,000 types of non-perishable medical supplies and certify medical equipment for shipment abroad. Project C.U.R.E. also operates Collection Centers in other cities. Project C.U.R.E. receives both new and quality used medical items from hundreds of hospitals throughout the United States and medical manufacturers, such as Stryker, Medline, Medtronic, Kimberly-Clark, Steris, and Hill-Rom. Project C.U.R.E. operates on less than 3% administrative overhead and has earned numerous awards for being the industry leader in international medical donations. Project C.U.R.E. has been a four-star organization by Guidestar and Charity Navigator and was ranked by Forbes as one of the 20 most cost-effective nonprofits in the United States.

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