Director of Development

Brief Description
Why MCR Health?
A career at MCR Health offers exciting opportunities with one of the largest Healthcare companies in the areas we serve. Now, more than ever, we are looking for exceptional people to support our passion to provide "Exceptional Care to Everyone, Every Time", and to support our Mission
to serve everyone
. Whether you are providing direct patient care or in other areas of our Company, you can find a home here. We invite you to be part of our community where you can grow your career and serve with your heart.

In our time of Company growth, we seek a
Director of Development
Work Location:
Bradenton, FL

As Part Of This Role, You Will

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

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.

• MCR Health is a drug-free workplace. All job applicants selected for employment must submit to a pre-employment drug test and background check.