Benefits:
Bonus based on performance
Health insurance
Paid time off
ABOUT SHEPHERD’S CLINIC
Founded in 1991, Shepherd’s Clinic began as a grassroots effort in a Baltimore row house, staffed by volunteers, to respond to the overcrowding of the hospital’s emergency room by non-emergency, uninsured patients. In 2006, a permanent facility was secured, with a Wellness Center added in 2008. In 2016, the Clinic expanded further with the addition of a Behavioral Health Program. For over 30 years, the Clinic has worked to eliminate health disparities by offering integrated medical, behavioral health, and wellness services.
Today, Shepherd’s Clinic operates with a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, collectively providing over 11,000 patient encounters annually. The Clinic’s integrative care model encompasses medical care, mental health services, wellness programs, and support for social determinants of health, including food security resources, transportation assistance, and insurance and enrollment assistance. Our key programs address chronic disease management and prevention.
Shepherd’s Clinic is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
To apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references.
Position Summary:
The Director of Development (DOD) at Shepherd’s Clinic will lead the design and execution of a comprehensive fundraising strategy, encompassing individual giving, corporate and foundation support, special events, planned giving, and annual campaigns. This senior leader will be responsible for growing and diversifying Shepherd’s philanthropic revenue, with a focus on cultivating and stewarding relationships with donors, funders, and partners. The DOD will also play a central role in engaging the board and volunteers in fundraising efforts.
The ideal candidate is a strategic, dynamic, and relationship-driven professional with experience in both front-line fundraising and team leadership. They will bring creativity, a collaborative spirit, and strong communication skills to advance the Clinic’s mission and visibility. The Director of Development reports to the Executive Director, serves on the Clinic’s leadership team, participates in board meetings, and provides regular updates on development progress and opportunities. This is a full-time, exempt position with health insurance benefits.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure organizational annual fundraising targets are monitored and met.
Develop and execute the annual fundraising plan to generate philanthropic and sponsorship revenue from individuals (including annual and major donors), foundations, corporations, and other organizations.
Develop and maintain the cultivation and stewardship process for all funding sources.
Develop and create successful appeals, grant proposals, annual reports, and partnerships for potential corporate partners, while continually seeking the highest revenue-generating opportunities.
Manage earned revenue income streams for the organization.
Organizational Leadership:
Supervise and support development and program personnel.
Create and maintain regular fundraising reports and strengthen relationships with board and committee members.
Effectively manage and provide oversight of the grants and donor database to ensure timely updates, data integrity, and accuracy.
Fundraising Operations and Communication:
Conduct ongoing donation reconciliation, including timely acknowledgement of donor gifts.
Collaborate with other staff on assigned projects and initiatives.
Coordinate the design, content, and distribution of the Clinic’s newsletter.
Qualifications and Requirements
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience in fundraising or a related field are required.
At least 2 years of fundraising experience with demonstrated success as an individual performer with gift solicitations, grant writing and reporting, annual appeals, and event planning; experience in healthcare preferred.
Proven success in the development and execution of a fundraising plan of at least $1 – 2M annually.
Experience with a diverse fundraising portfolio, including both public and private funding sources.
Experience in the cultivation process of donors.
Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively as part of a team, instilling confidence and trust among fellow staff and external constituents.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Enthusiasm, poise, professionalism, and flexibility.
Exceptional writing skills, including the ability to be creative, thorough, and include convincing content.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
High ethical standards, discretion, and confidentiality in working with donor information.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite is required, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Schedule:
Full Time, Monday to Friday
Flexibility is required for occasional evening or weekend work.
A hybrid work schedule is possible after completion of a probationary period.