Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with the Executive Director, CFO, staff, governing Board of Directors, and Development Committee to facilitate long and short-term fund development strategy, oversight, and growth;
• Review, create, and update policies and procedures related to Development, including the Development Plan, Gift Acceptance Policies, Planned Giving, future endowment development, etc.;
• Lead efforts to maintain and expand support from foundations, as well as report on use of funds and community impact;
• Identify, research, cultivate, and steward new donors of all levels, including the use of creative recognition opportunities, meetings, lunches, visits, fundraising events, and networking opportunities in the community;
• Arrange for and prepare leadership to engage with major donors and prospects;
• Maintain and deepen relationships with donors and funders;
• Maintain accountability and ensure compliance with all regulations and laws, as well as the Code of Ethics for fundraising professionals;
• Support the Board of Directors in efforts to engage with donors and maintain a culture of philanthropy;
• Ensure that Development efforts and staff are aligned with the organization's values and vision;
• Address Development issues that affect the well-being and efficacy of the organization;
• Help recruit, train, and motivate fundraising volunteers;
• Supervise, train, and coach the Advancement Associate;
• Ensure Ritter Center’s Development systems are sufficient to support the organization’s needs;
• Identify new revenue sources;
• Keep up to date on developments in philanthropy and fund development;
• Coordinate, develop, and track budgets for existing and future fundraising projects, as well as the Development Department budget;
• Work closely with the Marketing team to promote Ritter Center’s mission, procure promotional items to support Development, lead community campaigns, strategize on new activities to engage diverse audiences, and produce successful events;
• Work as a member of the Senior Leadership Team to help guide the culture and health of the organization;
• Facilitate Development Committee meetings and work closely with the Committee Chair;
• Prepare monthly Development reports to be presented at Board of Directors meetings.

Qualifications:

• Per our Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) compliance requirements, employment at Ritter Center requires all candidates to provide a negative TB test prior to the start of employment, as well as proof of COVID-19 vaccination (unless applying for an exemption), per the August 5th State Public Order for Healthcare Facilities, providers and employees.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field plus 10 years of leadership experience. Master's degree preferred;
• Must have honed organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Track record of raising up to and including 7-figure gifts;
• Direct experience working with nonprofit boards required;
• Knowledge of and experience working with FQHC organizations;
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in managing projects and teams;
• Proven track record of success in fundraising;
• Strong interpersonal, decision-making, and leadership skills;
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and critical thinking skills;
• Analytical thinking and ability to analyze data;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and DonorPerfect;
• Occasional travel required.
• Occasional nights and weekends required.