POSITION SUMMARY:
MCR Health is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Development to build a 
comprehensive philanthropic program from the ground up. Historically supported by government 
funding and foundation grants, MCR Health is now focused on establishing a sustainable, 
ethical, and transparent fundraising program that aligns with its mission and strategic growth. 
This role will be instrumental in cultivating donor relationships, launching signature fundraising 
initiatives, and fostering a culture of philanthropy across the organization.
JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Develops and implements community engagement and development strategies to expand 
relationships and foster donor support.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with community members, local organizations, and 
potential donors to support organizational goals.
• Designs and executes donor engagement plans, including major gift cultivation, sponsorship 
opportunities, and corporate partnerships.
• Plans, develops, implements, and oversees community programs, events, and volunteer 
initiatives that advance MCR Health’s mission and objectives.
• Coordinates community outreach programs and special events that influence public 
perception, promote MCR Health’s services, and support fundraising efforts.
• Collaborates with Marketing to create content and campaigns that enhance visibility, 
highlight community impact, and support fundraising initiatives.
• Leverages social media and other communication channels to promote programs, events, 
and organizational achievements.
• Responds to inquiries from community members and potential donors; identifies and 
engages spokespersons or subject matter experts as needed.
• Leads, mentors, and coordinates activities of staff, volunteers, and event teams involved in 
community engagement and development.
• Tracks, evaluates, and reports on community engagement, donor, and event metrics to 
inform strategy and improve outcomes.
• Collaborates with the Director of Development to ensure alignment with the company’s 
comprehensive philanthropic strategy. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
• Fundraising Strategy & Program Development:
Develop and implement a multi-year, multi-channel fundraising strategy that integrates 
individual giving, corporate partnerships, foundation support, and donor engagement. 
Establish measurable targets for growth, phased implementation, and long-term 
sustainability.
• Donor Cultivation & Stewardship:
Build and expand relationships with individual major donors, foundations, and corporate 
partners. Secure new philanthropic commitments, enhance donor retention, and convert 
relationships into long-term support. Partner with the Board of Directors to engage highpotential donors and internal staff to increase MCR Cares contributions.
• Signature Initiatives & Engagement Programs:
Launch annual signature fundraising events and personalized donor stewardship programs 
to enhance the donor experience and increase visibility in the community we serve. 
• Infrastructure & Operational Excellence:
Implement donor management systems and policies aligned with industry best practices. 
Establish workflows and reporting tools to track fundraising progress and ensure 
transparency and accountability.
• Culture & Collaboration:
Promote a positive culture of philanthropy across the organization by educating staff and 
leadership on fundraising practices and aligning initiatives with MCR Health’s mission, 
branding, and community engagement strategies.
REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:
• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit leadership, 
with a proven track record of building or scaling philanthropic programs.
• Degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Social Services, Public Administration, or 
related degree
• Master’s degree preferred
• Demonstrated success in major gift cultivation, corporate partnerships, donor stewardship, 
and multichannel fundraising (grassroots, mid-level, and major giving).
• Experience in healthcare, community health centers, or mission-driven organizations is 
highly desirable.
• Proven ability to develop strategic and operational infrastructure for a development program, 
including donor management system implementation and adherence to data security, 
privacy, and regulatory standards.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills, with the ability to 
work autonomously while collaborating across departments and engaging effectively with 
boards, executives, staff, and volunteers.
• Experience managing staff or volunteers and providing constructive feedback to drive 
departmental and organizational success.
• Comfortable engaging with diverse generational working styles and fostering a positive 
culture of philanthropy.
• General financial acumen and budgetary skills associated with managing fundraising 
campaigns. 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EQUIPMENT USE:
• Physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to 
successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be 
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to drive, sit, use 
hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, and controls, and talk or hear 
• The employee frequently is required to walk, stand, and reach with hands and arms 
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or 
crawl
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. 
• Must be able to maintain a professional manner, tactful when voicing an opinion 
(constructive criticism) when necessary, in a manner that would not demean the profession, 
clinic, and self 
• Must have the ability to communicate and establish effective working relationships 
• Must be able to coordinate several activities to quickly analyze and resolve problems 
• Understands that work can be stressful, and long hours are often required 
• This job is not limited to the activities described above and this job description may be 
amended by management as deemed necessary