Director of Development

Job Details

Job Location

Admin Office - Phoenix, AZ

Description

Overview

Circle the City is a mission-driven, nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to providing high-quality, holistic healthcare to people experiencing homelessness across Maricopa County. Founded in 2012, our organization offers a unique continuum of care that includes medical respite centers, outpatient primary care clinics, mobile medical outreach, behavioral health services, and hospital navigation programs.

We serve thousands of individuals annually through compassionate, innovative, and integrated care models that address both the medical and social needs of vulnerable populations. Our interdisciplinary teams work across the Valley-on the streets, in shelters, and in our state-of-the-art facilities-to restore health, rebuild lives, and create pathways to stability.

At Circle the City, we believe everyone deserves dignified, quality healthcare-regardless of housing status. Join us in making a tangible impact on health equity and ending the cycle of homelessness.

Job Summary

The Director of Development plays a pivotal role in the growth and long-term sustainability of Circle the City. This individual serves as a key member of the development team and is responsible for building, managing, and expanding a comprehensive major gift and planned giving program that secures gifts of $10,000+, deferred and legacy gifts from donors committed to making a lasting impact on the health and dignity of people experiencing homelessness.

This leader will manage a portfolio of major and planned giving donors and prospects, while also helping to shape donor engagement strategies across the organization. They will work closely with the Chief Development Officer, executive leadership, board members, professional advisors, and grateful supporters to inspire meaningful giving that fuels transformative care.

• Develop and execute strategies to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations.
• Manage a portfolio of major and planned gift prospects, identifying new funding opportunities to advance Circle the City's programs.
• Work closely with the leadership team to develop and implement fundraising campaigns and donor engagement initiatives.
• Plan and execute donor tours and recognition opportunities to enhance donor relationships.
• Maintain current knowledge of trends and changes affecting planned giving and charitable tax law.
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource for staff and Board members.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education :

Bachelor's Degree Required

Experience :

Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Major or Planned Gifts Officer, preferably in a healthcare setting, and / or strong knowledge of estate and tax laws related to charitable giving required.