What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Director, Rural Parish Clinic position at Archdiocese of St. Louis?
The Rural Parish Clinic strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.
Job Summary
The Mission of the Rural Parish Clinic is exercised through a robust team of volunteer physicians, dentists, nurses, hygienists, assistants and a small paid staff. Inspired by the mercy and healing of Jesus Christ, the clinic seeks to bring healing to the whole human person by offering personal and intentional healthcare.
The Rural Parish Clinic serves people in need of primary medical and dental care in rural communities with mobile medical and dental clinics. The patients served are uninsured, income qualifying persons (under 200% poverty level) regardless of faith who live in rural Missouri.
Job Responsibilities
- Promote awareness of the organization’s mission and work, Cultivate a network of dedicated donors and volunteers, Spot new fundraising opportunities, Lead a small team with initiatives outlined in the Strategic Development Plan to meet financial goals
- Form strong relationships with external stakeholders, Steward and collaborate with major donors through regular communication, Working with local, rural leadership in the communities we serve, drawing upon the assistance of the staff, CEO and Board of Directors of the Rural Parish Clinic, engage and energize members to become donors and to raise the priority of OMAA in their giving hierarchy. Develop and implement required communications strategy and tactical execution plans (including digital and social media, personal contact, events and donor recognition) to achieve development and engagement goals, Design, develop and implement a planned giving program, Identify and cultivate a target prospect list (including foundations, endowments and other charitable institutions) through research, digital communications and networking.
Job Requirements
At least 6 years of experience in fundraising with a non-profit. Proven ability to secure major donor gifts of $50,000 and above. Proven track record of mentoring and coaching fundraisers to achieve success, Ability to successfully balance priorities while managing multiple tasks and planning major fundraising events, Proven and effective written, oral, presentation and relationship building skills, Proficient in Microsoft (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Raisers’ Edge, Donor Perfect or other donor management software. Team player with ability to relate effectively with the leadership, staff, peers, and donors. Demonstrated ability to be decisive and to make timely and well-informed decisions. Capacity to independently carry out multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into timely, actionable and profitable development results. Discipline to implement continuous fundraising process improvements that result in impactful outcomes. Ability to travel, including to the areas to attend local events and meet with current and prospective donors. Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred. Certification in Fundraising Management Preferred, Competence with donor management systems, writing grant proposals, press releases, and fundraising letters.
The Rural Parish Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.
Salary : $50,000
