Foundation Programs Specialist

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes annual giving programs, including the Helping Hands campaign.
• Collaborates with leadership to identify funding priorities and tailor campaigns to maximize donor engagement and revenue.
• Manages internal funding requests from departments, including documentation, approval workflows, and fund disbursement tracking.
• Serves as the Foundation’s communications lead by overseeing brand messaging, digital presence and public engagement strategies, marketing and communications plan, management of website and social media content, and produces the annual Impact Report in collaboration with the marketing communications team.
• Administers the Helping Hands program, including team member, community and organizational support programs. Coordinates the application processes, review panels, award disbursements and impact reporting.
• Manages a personal portfolio of donors and contributes to broader stewardship efforts in collaboration with the Director and team. Documents donor interactions and stewardship activities in Raiser’s Edge to support cultivation and retention.
• Represents the Foundation at community events and professional gatherings.
• Oversees financial processes in coordination with Accounting, including check writing, fund disbursement, and budget planning. Ensures compliance with charitable standards, IRS regulations, and internal financial policies.
• Utilizes Financial Edge for financial tracking and reporting.
• Affords assistance in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization. May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Communication, Non-Profit Management, or related field.
• Required Minimum Work Experience: 5 years progressive experience in fundraising, program management, or nonprofit operations.
• Required 3 years Experience: Managing donor portfolios and leading strategic initiatives.

About the Role

The Foundation Programs Specialist plays a strategic role in advancing the Baptist Health Care (BHC) Foundation's philanthropic mission by leading core fundraising programs, and Foundation communications. The position is responsible for planning, executing and optimizing initiatives that drive financial growth, enhance program impact, and ensure alignment with institutional policies, industry standards, and the Foundation's long-term goals.