Job Description

Position

Director of Fundraising Development

Status

Full Time, Exempt

*This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus contingent on the successful achievement of established KPIs.

Position Summary

Northlake Behavioral Health System is seeking a visionary Director of Fundraising Development to lead all fundraising and development initiatives. This executive role is responsible for securing resources that expand programs, enhance patient care, maintain and improve facilities, and support the organizations long-term growth. Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Development will design and execute comprehensive fundraising strategiesincluding major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation support, campaigns, and signature eventswhile cultivating and stewarding individuals, institutional partners, board members, and community stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to serve as the public-facing ambassador for the organization, lead a high-performing development team, and make a meaningful impact on Northlakes mission and programs.

What Youll Do

• Build and manage a portfolio of major gift donors and qualified prospects.

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors at all levels, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.

• Lead strategic initiatives for major gifts, planned giving, endowment growth, campaigns, and signature events.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with board members, volunteers, and community stakeholders to advance philanthropy.

• Oversee donor communications, fundraising events, and community engagement initiatives to strengthen visibility and relationships.

• Manage donor data, financial tracking, and reporting to inform strategy and ensure accountability.

• Lead, mentor, and collaborate with the development team and other hospital staff to achieve fundraising goals.

• Ensure compliance with fundraising laws, regulations, and HIPAA, maintaining donor confidentiality and ethical fundraising practices.

Who You Are

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Non-profit Management, Fundraising, or related field; Masters degree or CFRE strongly preferred.

• 7+ years of progressive fundraising or development experience, including senior leadership experience in healthcare or complex non-profit organizations.

• Proven success securing major gifts, cultivating individuals, and managing corporate, foundation, and institutional relationships.

• Strategic thinker with experience designing and implementing comprehensive fundraising programs, including major gifts, planned giving, and endowment growth.

• Strong interpersonal, networking, and public speaking skills, with the ability to inspire and engage donors, staff, and community partners.

• Experience managing budgets, analyzing data, and using donor CRM systems to inform strategy.

• Knowledge of fundraising laws, donor privacy requirements, and HIPAA compliance; commitment to ethical fundraising practices.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and travel locally or regionally as needed.

Why Northlake

This is your opportunity to join a mission-driven organization that truly makes a difference in the lives of patients and the community. You will have the chance to lead transformational fundraising initiatives, work closely with dedicated leadership and staff, and directly contribute to expanding access to critical mental health services in Louisiana. At Northlake, your work mattersand your leadership will leave a lasting impact.

Northlake Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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