JOBS

SamaraCare is hiring for a Director of Development and Advancement. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Development and Advancement will play a critical role in growing SamaraCare’s annual philanthropic revenue, directly expanding access to affordable, high-quality mental health services. This position provides leadership across all areas of fundraising, including major gifts, institutional and congregational giving, donor stewardship, special events, and planned giving. Compensation is $90,000-$95,000 annually commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits: Paid time off including vacation, sick days, personal days, paid holidays; Medical, dental, and vision insurance; and 403 (b) retirement plan.
Responsibilities:

• Strategic Fundraising & Major Gifts
  • Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive fundraising strategy to grow annual contributed revenue through diversified funding streams.
  • Cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts from individual donors, foundations, congregations, and community partners.
  • Partner with the CEO and Board of Directors to identify and engage high-capacity donors and expand philanthropic relationships.
  • Build meaningful donor engagement strategies that deepen connection to SamaraCare’s mission and inspire long-term investment and loyalty.
  • Monitor fundraising performance metrics and identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and expanded community support.
• Grants & Institutional Giving
  • Manage the full lifecycle of institutional giving, including prospect research, grant proposal submission, reporting, and stewardship.
  • Write compelling, mission-driven grant proposals and reports for foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
  • Ensure timely completion of all grant deliverables and reporting requirements in collaboration with finance and program staff.
  • Maintain accurate fundraising and grants management data, including application tracking, donor records, program outcomes, and demographic reporting.
• Community Engagement & Partnerships
  • Strengthen and expand relationships with congregations, faith leaders, referral partners, and community organizations across the service area.
  • Serve as a visible and passionate ambassador for SamaraCare at community events, speaking engagements, and partnership initiatives.
  • Advance inclusive, relationship-centered engagement that reflects the organization’s values and commitment to serving diverse communities.
• Campaigns, Events & Donor Communications
  • Partner with the Director of Communications to design and execute annual giving campaigns, donor appeals, and digital fundraising strategies.
  • Lead the planning and execution of impactful fundraising events and donor engagement experiences.
  • Ensure consistent and compelling messaging across all fundraising communications and materials in collaboration with the Director of Communications.
  • Oversee timely donor acknowledgment, stewardship communications, and recognition efforts to enhance donor retention and engagement.
• Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Equip and support Board members in fundraising activities, donor cultivation, and ambassador engagement.
  • Collaborate closely with leadership, communications, finance, and program teams to align fundraising priorities with organizational goals.
  • Contribute strategic insight as an active member of the organization’s leadership team.