DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Development Officer - North Mississippi  

Mission Statement 

Founded in 1895, Palmer Home for Children provides superior care for children while introducing the love of God through service to each individual child. www.palmerhome.org  

Mission Programs  

• Campus Care- Our residential campus for children provides a Christ-centered family atmosphere where children feel safe, connected to trustworthy adults, and supported as they grow and develop in our care. Each child is placed with a caregiver couple in one of our six on-campus homes.  
• Foster Care- Our foster care program allows children the opportunity to experience the support and connection of a family while in the care of Palmer Home. We provide private foster care through Palmer Home certified families.  
• Family Care- Our Family Care ministry provides nurturing care for the infants of mothers in prison. Additionally, we provide support to mothers in prison and after release. With reunification as the ultimate goal, our certified foster families work to cultivate the bond between the mother and child in their care.  
• Transitional Care- Our transitional program provides continued guidance and coaching for children between the ages of 18 – 24. Our goal is to prepare each child for independence through career and vocational development, as well as other life-skills to succeed as young adults.  

Position

Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Development Officer will raise vital financial resources, community awareness and involvement. The Officer will meet general operating and capital revenue goals by identifying, engaging and securing current and prospective individuals, churches, businesses, foundations and community partners through regular communication, grant applications, and the coordination of enrichment activities and sponsorships. The Officer will ensure that gifts are properly solicited, recognized, cultivated and stewarded.  

Work Location / Status 

This position will work remotely (from home) in Northern or Central Mississippi with travel throughout the surrounding counties and occasional travel throughout Tennessee, Mississippi and other states. This is a benefit eligible (medical, dental, vision, 401k w/match, vacation/sick time, etc.) full-time salaried/exempt position with company vehicle. Salary is commensurate with experience.  

Responsibilities  

• Identify, solicit and cultivate financial support by developing and maintaining relationships with prospective and new donors within market assignments.  
• Generate new corporate and foundation revenue with local, state, and regional partners through corporate giving, employee engagement opportunities, grants, foundation support and endowments within market assignments. 
• Secure sponsorships for in-house fundraising special events 

• Respond promptly and appropriately to inquiries, questions, complaints, and concerns.  
• Enlist, as appropriate, Board members, the President, and other Palmer staff to assist in making major gift asks.  
• Maintain a current knowledge of the tools and techniques related to major gift fund-raising.  
• Support and assist with fundraising strategies and activities to ensure proper acknowledgement and recognition of donors.  
• Represent Palmer Home in the community by attending and speaking to local civic groups, chamber programs, school, and church groups when appropriate.  

• Ensure proposals and follow up reports are submitted on a timely basis  
• Serve as the point of contact for any third-party fundraising effort within market 
• Manage external inquiries with donor appointments, follow up, research, database management, expense reports, etc.  
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field  
• Minimum of 4 years of applicable experience in development, marketing, sales, communications, or public relations  
• Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills  
• Demonstrated fundraising and goal reaching experience  

• Excellent time management, interpersonal, decision making, presentation/public speaking, and organizational skills  
• Strong planning and project management skills; ability to prioritize tasks for both self and team to meet deadlines  
• Able to work collectively with all constituent groups, including staff, board members, volunteers, donors, program participants, and other supporters  
• Self-starter, able to work independently, and collaboratively; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives  
• A strategist who can anticipate and support the needs of both internal and external audiences  

• Prioritizes multiple expectations based on the organization(s) strategy and goals, providing focus and expectations for the team  
• Must be in agreement with the Palmer Home for Children Statement of Christian Beliefs and demonstrate a strong commitment to Christ consistent with the mission of Palmer Home status as a non-profit religious organization.

Apply

For consideration of employment, please send the following documents by clicking "Apply Now" below:

• Cover letter to include a statement of your religious affliation
• Resumé

Or visit https://palmerhome.org/careers/north-ms-development/

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of this position.  

For More Information, Visit: palmerhome.org/careers/north-ms-development/