Development Officer - Foundation

Make an Impact. Drive Philanthropy. Join Our Foundation Team! What We're Looking For

• A mission-driven, results-oriented fundraising professional with strong relationship-building skills.
• Experience Requirements:
  • Minimum 3 years of direct fundraising experience with proven success in individual and corporate giving.
  • Demonstrated track record of meeting/exceeding fundraising goals.
  • Experience managing a donor portfolio, moves management, and closing solicitations.
• Educational Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree required, master's degree in nonprofit management or related field preferred.
• Special Skills, Licenses, and Knowledge Requirements:
  • Proficiency with donor CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud, Bloomerang).
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and presentation skills; comfortable making in-person solicitations.
  • Ability to learn and implement AI tools for donor engagement while ensuring ethical use and data privacy.
  • CFRE certification preferred (or willingness to pursue).
  • Volunteer management experience and healthcare fundraising experience a plus.

At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.

• A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family.
• Professional development and support.
• Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program.
• We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state.

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Serve as a key member of the Baton Rouge General Foundation team to advance philanthropic support for the hospital and its programs.

• Manage a portfolio of 100–125 mid-level and major gift prospects, including individuals, corporations, grateful patients, and planned giving prospects.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors to meet and exceed annual fundraising revenue goals.
• Create compelling donor-facing materials, case statements, proposals, and reports.
• Build and grow support for Foundation campaigns, programs, and the Visionary Partner Society.
• Conduct moves management activities including calls, hospital tours, private events, and in-person meetings.
• Enter all donor activity into CRM, track metrics, and analyze results.
• Promote the Foundation's visibility through community engagement and hospital events.
• Attend evening and weekend events as needed; participate in local travel and occasional conferences.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Foundation's mission.

At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters.

With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end-of-life support through hospice. Our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care.

Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your career with us.