Director of Development

Position Purpose

Mercy Care is seeking an accomplished and mission-driven Director of Development to lead all fundraising and philanthropic engagement strategies in support of our $35 million operating budget.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive annual fundraising strategy that achieves revenue goals across individual giving, major gifts, grants, foundations, corporate sponsorships, planned giving, and special events.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with major donors, foundations, corporations, and community partners.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Board Development Committee and support board members in fundraising and community engagement activities.
• Establish and monitor fundraising metrics, KPIs, and revenue performance while providing regular reports to executive leadership and governing boards.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team responsible for development operations, grants management, donor database administration, and volunteer engagement.
• Research, secure, and manage public and private funding opportunities, including federal, state, and local grants.
• Oversee development department budgeting, financial accountability, compliance, and reporting activities.
• Represent Mercy Care at healthcare, civic, philanthropic, and community events while serving as an ambassador of our mission.
• Develop multi-year philanthropic strategies aligned with organizational priorities and long-term growth objectives.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, donor restrictions, grant requirements, and IRS guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• CFRE or ACFRE credential is a plus.
• Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in fundraising and development management within a nonprofit, healthcare, or similarly complex organization.
• Proven success securing major gifts, foundation grants, corporate support, and donor engagement.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising operations, grant management, volunteer programs, financial stewardship, and public relations.
• Experience with federal and Georgia state funding sources preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of nonprofit healthcare delivery and community-based services.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience utilizing fundraising databases, with Blackbaud experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Day-1 Benefits (PTO accrual, retirement plan and match, health insurance and more!)
• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE!
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Enjoy lower-cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network.

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Care Atlanta, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and comprised of 300 plus colleagues, is a healthcare organization that provides a range of health services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the Atlanta, Georgia area. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals across all demographics. Rooted in the Mercy Philosophy, we prioritize respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence in all aspects of care delivery.

Our Commitment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.