Faith Community Health Network is seeking an experienced and mission-driven Director of Development & External Relations to help expand access to charitable medications and healthcare services throughout Northern Kentucky. This leader will play a critical role in building relationships with donors, foundations, churches, businesses, and community partners whose support helps transform lives and improve health outcomes for underserved neighbors.

Director of Development & External Relations

Location: Faith Community Health Network, 601 Washington Ave., Suite 100, Newport, KY 41071
Reports To: Executive Director
Status: Full-Time, Exempt, 32 Hours per Week
Salary Range: $65,000 – $85,000, commensurate with experience

Job Summary

Faith Community Health Network is seeking an experienced and mission-driven Director of Development & External Relations to help expand access to charitable medications and healthcare services throughout Northern Kentucky. This leader will play a critical role in building relationships with donors, foundations, churches, businesses, and community partners whose support helps transform lives and improve health outcomes for underserved neighbors.

This full-time exempt position is based on a 32-hour work week, offering exceptional work-life balance while leading the organization’s fundraising, donor engagement, grant development, and community outreach efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to secure support from individuals, foundations, corporations, and faith-based organizations.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate fundraising campaigns, donor events, and engagement activities.
• Research grant opportunities, prepare proposals, and manage grant reporting requirements.
• Cultivate, steward, and retain donor relationships.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective donors.
• Oversee donor database management and gift tracking.
• Serve as a primary ambassador for Faith Community Health Network at community events and partnership meetings.
• Develop partnerships with businesses, churches, civic organizations, and community leaders.
• Lead marketing and communication efforts, including newsletters, annual reports, website content, social media, and media relations.
• Develop and manage the fundraising budget and provide regular reports to leadership and the Board of Directors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant fundraising experience.
• Minimum of five years of nonprofit fundraising or development experience, including at least two years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated success securing donations, grants, sponsorships, and major gifts.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience planning fundraising events and campaigns.
• Experience with donor management software and fundraising platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Passion for the mission of Faith Community Health Network and serving underserved populations.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with significant employer contributions toward coverage costs.
• Employer-paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 3%.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) with increased accrual based on years of service.
• Nine paid holidays annually.
• Bereavement leave.
• Optional supplemental life insurance.
• Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Optional pet insurance and pet discount programs.
• Early wage access through ZayZoon.

Why Join Faith Community Health Network?

• Help lead a growing nonprofit organization making a measurable impact in Northern Kentucky.
• Build meaningful relationships with donors, foundations, churches, businesses, and community partners.
• Enjoy a full-time 32-hour work week that supports work-life balance.
• Benefit from a competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Work in a collaborative, mission-focused environment dedicated to serving vulnerable populations with dignity and compassion.
• Flexible work arrangements available, with a primary office presence and opportunities for remote work as appropriate.

Work Environment

• Primary office-based role with flexibility for remote work when appropriate.
• Occasional local travel for donor meetings, events, and community outreach activities.
• Collaborative team environment focused on mission impact and service.

Faith Community Health Network is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and professional references to aaron@fchealthnetwork.org.