Are you passionate about health equity and advancing policy change that impacts Georgians’ lives?

Are you a strategic leader who thrives in building connections and creating opportunities that drive an organization's mission forward?

Are you driven to create meaningful partnerships and spearhead fundraising efforts to improve healthcare for all?

Georgians for a Healthy Future (GHF) is hiring a Director of Strategic Engagement. The Director will oversee the Engagement Department, focusing on strategic marketing, donor relations, fundraising, and communications that reflect GHF’s mission and core values. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, you will collaborate with a passionate and driven team, taking the lead on building partnerships, increasing GHF’s visibility, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability through effective fundraising efforts.

We’re a nonprofit organization, working on the front lines of nonpartisan policy change and community health, with ambitious goals for 2024 and beyond. We don't have all the answers, and we don’t expect you to either. What we do expect is a leader who is resourceful, passionate, and committed to advancing GHF's mission.

Breakdown of the Role:

Fundraising Leadership (40%): You’ll lead all fundraising efforts for GHF, cultivating relationships with donors and securing the necessary funding through grant writing, events, and donor engagement.

Donor & Partner Relationship Management (30%): The Director will take full ownership of managing donor relations, ensuring that GHF’s partners and donors feel connected, informed, and valued.

Strategic Marketing & Communications (20%): You’ll oversee all external communications strategies and work alongside the Strategic Communications and Content Development Managers to enhance GHF’s visibility.

Grant Writing & Compliance (10%): Lead GHF’s grant writing efforts, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with funding requirements.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies that align with GHF’s financial goals and mission.
• Build and nurture relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic foundations.
• Lead grant writing efforts to secure funding from a variety of sources, ensuring compliance and reporting.
• Oversee strategic marketing campaigns to increase visibility and public engagement.
• Manage donor communications, ensuring timely, meaningful updates and regular engagement.
• Collaborate with the Communications and Content teams to execute campaigns that reflect GHF’s brand and mission.
• Work with Purpose Possible (contracted grant writers) to identify and apply for grant opportunities.
• Represent GHF in donor meetings, events, and conferences.

What We Expect From You:

• Proven Leadership: 5-7 years of experience in a leadership role, with a focus on nonprofit fundraising, donor management, and communications.
• Fundraising Expertise: A successful track record of raising funds, writing grants, and building long-lasting donor relationships.
• Marketing Savvy: Experience in strategic marketing and overseeing public relations efforts in a nonprofit setting.
• Grant Writing Skills: Demonstrated ability to research, write, and secure grants from various funding sources.
• Collaboration: A team player with excellent interpersonal skills, able to work across departments to drive results.
• Self-Driven: You take ownership of your work and proactively pursue goals without needing close supervision.
• Accountability: You hold yourself and your team to the highest standards, following through on commitments and responsibilities.
• Positive Attitude: You bring optimism and a solutions-oriented approach to challenges, encouraging your team to do the same.
• Passionate: You are deeply committed to advancing health equity and creating healthier futures for all Georgians.
• Data-Driven: You make decisions based on data, track progress, and continuously improve processes for greater impact.
• Georgia Residency: Must be a Georgia resident and available to work 2 in-office days per week in our Atlanta office.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with donor management software and CRM platforms like Salesforce or DonorPerfect.
• Strong data analytics skills to measure and improve fundraising strategies.
• Public speaking experience, with the ability to present effectively to donors, board members, and stakeholders.
• Event planning experience, particularly with fundraising events or donor engagement activities.

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Hybrid Work Environment: 1-2 in-office days/week with remote work for the remainder.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a salary range of $80,000 - $85,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Simple IRA with employer match, and life & disability insurance.
• Generous PTO: 20 PTO days and paid holidays.
• Growth Opportunities: We offer professional development opportunities and career advancement potential.
• Impact-Driven Work: Join a mission-focused team making a real difference in health policy and advocacy in Georgia.

Why Join Us?

Georgians for a Healthy Future is committed to creating a more equitable healthcare landscape for all Georgians. As the leading consumer health advocacy organization in the state, GHF drives policy change and leads programs that directly impact underserved communities. When you join our team, you’ll be a key player in shaping the future of healthcare advocacy in Georgia.

To Apply:

Complete the Director of Strategic Engagement application form (the link will take you to a form external to GHF’s website).

**Please, no phone calls or emails. **

We encourage candidates with diverse perspectives and experience to apply and help us further our mission for health equity.