Director of Development

Full-Time Director Of Development At Ginger Cove

An Exciting Opportunity at Ginger Cove! Ginger Cove is a premier life-care retirement community dedicated to providing each member of the community exceptional quality, comfort, and care. Our vibrant, CARF International accredited community nurtures every aspect of our resident's well-being.

Ginger Cove is currently seeking a Full-Time Director of Development . The Director of Development is responsible for leading the planning, development, and execution of a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the mission and long-term sustainability of the Ginger Cove community. This role works closely with organizational leadership, the Annapolis Life Care Board, the Foundation Board and its Development Advisory Committee, residents, and other key stakeholders to cultivate relationships and generate philanthropic support through annual giving, major and planned gifts, special events, grants, and other relevant activities.

Job Duties & Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute a strategic fundraising plan aligned with the organization's goals and priorities.
• Oversee all fundraising activities, including annual giving, major and planned giving programs, special events, selected grant opportunities, and other related activities.
• Cultivates and strengthens strategic relationships with external partners to enhance the community's reputation, further its mission, and improve access to financial and other vital resources through donations, partnerships, and other methods.
• Engage in continuous cultivation and maintenance of donor relationships.
• Partner with leadership, residents, and Board members to identify fundraising opportunities and engage in donor outreach.
• Establish and lead donor recognition and stewardship programs to ensure donor retention and satisfaction.
• Manage the fundraising database and donor records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality. Provide communication to all donors acknowledging their gifts.
• Create compelling fundraising communication materials including letters, brochures, presentations, and event materials.
• Develop and communicate regular reports related to the sources and uses of the charitable funds for the ALC Board, the Foundation Board, relevant committees, and other key stakeholders.
• Provide support to the Foundation Board and its Development Advisory Committee, working with the President to develop agendas and content for committee meetings.
• Ensure coordination with other community activities that have a philanthropic aspect but are not directly managed by the Director of Development (e.g. Employee Appreciation Fund, etc.).
• Develop relationships for the benefits of the organization.

Job Qualifications :

Benefit, Bonus and Incentive Programs : The Ginger Cove community offers you the opportunity to be part of a winning team with many benefits :

We value staff excellence, resident independence, and business integrity. If you share our passion for customer service excellence in a friendly, mutually caring workplace, you are invited to submit your application and resume for consideration. Ginger Cove is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Ginger Cove will not tolerate harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classifications.