Director, Marketing & Development; Hospice House

Overview

Location:

2060 Upton Drive Virginia Beach, VA
FLSA:
Exempt/Salaried

Schedule:

Monday-Friday (with possible weekends)

Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community. Located along the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay, our scenic, resort-style campus is home to a vibrant community of residents and staff who share a passion for service, joy, and well-being.

Our mission:
Enriching lives through the power of purpose, belonging, and wellness. We Live Our Values Every Day:
Respect for every person;
Passion for what we do;
Professionalism in all we do.

The Dozoretz Hospice House of Hampton Roads (HHHR) is a nonprofit organization that provides compassionate respite and end-of-life care in a peaceful, homelike environment. We offer expert care and emotional support for patients and their families during one of life’s most challenging times. Featuring twelve private suites and peaceful shared spaces, HHHR honors each person’s dignity and individuality while providing care of the highest quality.

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The Marketing & Development Director serves as the fundraising leader for Hospice House of Hampton Roads (HHHR) and leads fundraising and donor relations activities, as well as implementing a comprehensive marketing plan to maintain census and meet budget requirements. The Director works with the Board of Directors to position HHHR as a philanthropic destination and to secure major gifts and increased annual donations.

This role oversees the management and execution of the campaign effort, in collaboration with the board and volunteers.

• Manage portfolio of current and prospective donors. Conduct two to four in-person donor visits per week.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors and prospects for capital campaigns and annual giving.
• Lead efforts to engage the Board of Directors in fundraising and related marketing activities.
• Create and implement a comprehensive annual development plan supporting short- and long-term philanthropic needs.
• Develop annual departmental budget aligned with the development plan; create and monitor monthly reports and provide forecasting.
• Craft fundraising proposals for individuals, corporations and foundations for annual and campaign priorities.
• Plan, manage and execute cultivation, stewardship and other fundraising events.
• Ensure donor data accuracy and timely entry into donor software, including gift processing, acknowledgements, records, and mailing lists.
• Develop and implement fundraising policies and processes for HHHR.
• Maintain relationships with key referral sources to generate new marketing referrals.
• Create and implement a marketing plan to achieve monthly census goals as directed by the HHHR Director.
• Develop and coordinate community outreach and education to raise awareness of HHHR and meet census goals.
• Collaborate on all marketing collateral, including the website.
• Perform other duties as assigned by executive leadership to advance the mission of HHHR.

• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strategic and creative thinking to raise funds and manage priorities; collaborate with staff and volunteers.
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to enhance community engagement and HHHR visibility.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
• Understanding of the needs and challenges of others, including executive and volunteer leadership.

The Experience You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
• 5+ years of experience in fundraising and marketing with documented success.
• Demonstrated experience building relationships with donors and community partners.
• Commitment to HHHR’s mission.
• Flu Vaccinated or equivalent; vaccine status may be required per policy.

• Experience managing and executing capital campaigns.
• Experience in marketing activities and working with boards, committees, and…