Director of Development, Grateful Patient Program and Strategic Initiatives

The Director of Development, Grateful Patient Program and Strategic Initiatives will oversee the creation, implementation and management of Brooks Rehabilitation’s strategic efforts in philanthropy including grateful patient fundraising, staffing the Foundation Board Engagement Committee, overseeing the Mission in Motion program, and directing the Brooks Foundation signature events.

In coordination with the Executive Director, the Director of Development, Grateful Patient Program and Strategic Initiatives will also build a plan to collaborate across the institution and pursue opportunities to advance the culture of philanthropy. 

The Brooks Foundation seeks an experienced development professional with a proven record of accomplished fundraising.

Someone who will take charge upon arrival to assist in the building a culture of philanthropy at Brooks.

The Director of Development will report to the Executive Director and carry a high profile within the Brooks Foundation by attending Foundation board meetings and access to Foundation members.

Strong communication skills, knowledge of donor databases, computer skills and expectations to be out in the community building relationships are all part of the duties and responsibilities of this position. 

Responsibilities: 


* Create, implement, and manage initiatives that enhance and support fundraising efforts.


* Develop and foster close working partnerships with physicians, administrative leaders, and clinical staff to encourage a relationship of trust and collaboration with the Foundation 


* Work with the Executive Director and Foundation Board to develop donor cultivation and solicitation strategies


* Develop and maintain a portfolio of donors


* Work with the Brooks Foundation Board Engagement Committee


* Oversee and implement the annual Mission in Motion Initiative funded by the Brooks Foundation Board


* Manage the Brooks Foundation event staff, directing the high-level signature events including the annual Soiree, Golf Classic Tournament and Sponsor Appreciation Tournament to achieve revenue success and strong sponsor stewardship. 


* Oversee the committees for the Soiree and the Golf Classic, recruiting leadership, strategizing plans and managing volunteers/donors. 


* Manage the Grateful Patient Program to include continuous education and relationship building with clinical leaders and staff across the organization, tracking metrics, and strategizing to ensure fundraising success at Brooks. 


* Work with Community Program staff to identify areas for which external support is appropriate and necessary


* Work with Executive Director to manage Foundation budget


* Track and assess fundraising metrics which demonstrates progress toward goals


* Providing input on Brooks Foundation and Brooks Rehabilitation marketing materials related to philanthropy


* Attend Foundation board meetings, as appropriate


* Completing contact re...