Director of Development And Communications
Georgians for a Healthy Future
Atlanta, GA
Others
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About Georgians for a Healthy Future (GHF)
Georgians for a Healthy Future (GHF) is Georgia’s leading health advocacy and policy organization. Our mission is to collaborate with communities and partners to lead policy change that advances health equity for all Georgians. Founded in 2008 and based largely in Atlanta, GHF works through public education, coalition building, strategic communications, and public policy advocacy to improve access to health coverage, care, and public health.
Position Overview
The Director of Development & Communications is a senior leadership role responsible for leading GHF’s fundraising and resource development strategy while overseeing a communications function that advances organizational visibility, credibility, and impact. Fundraising and development are the primary focus of this role; communications strategy and storytelling serve as key tools to support donor engagement, public education, and organizational influence.
This position reports to the Executive Director, supervises key communications staff and development contractors, and collaborates closely with program, policy, and leadership team members.
Status: Full-time
Location: Hybrid (Georgia).
- Note: Candidates must live in Georgia, but are not required to live in the metro-Atlanta area. We are open to hiring statewide.
Reports to: Executive Director
Supervises: Communications Manager, Content Development Manager, Contract Grant Writer
Key Responsibilities
Development & Fundraising (Primary Focus)
- Lead and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including individual giving, major gifts, foundations, corporate support, and sponsorships
- Oversee grant development and management, including prospecting, proposals, reporting, and compliance
- Cultivate, solicit, steward, and retain individual and institutional donors
- Partner with the Executive Director and Board of Directors on fundraising strategy and donor engagement
- Manage donor data systems (CRM) and track fundraising goals, metrics, and progress
Communications Strategy
- Lead a communications strategy that supports fundraising goals, organizational visibility, and mission impact
- Oversee messaging, storytelling, and brand voice across digital, print, media, and donor-facing materials
- Ensure communications efforts are aligned with development priorities and campaigns
Leadership & Team Management
- Supervise and support the Communications Manager, Content Development Manager, and contract grant writers
- Foster strong coordination across development and communications functions
- Serve as a member of GHF’s leadership team and collaborate across departments
Some statewide travel (<10%) may be required to meet with funders/donors, community partners, and stakeholders, and carry out development responsibilities. Limited domestic travel to conferences or trainings may also be required.
Qualifications
Required
- 7+ years of demonstrated nonprofit fundraising and development experience
- Proven success leading fundraising strategy and meeting revenue goals
- Experience supervising staff and managing contractors
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience using donor databases/CRMs and data to inform strategy
- Strong project management skills
- Commitment to health equity and GHF’s mission
Preferred
- Knowledge of health policy, health care systems, or public health
- Familiarity with Georgia’s state policy environment
- Experience working with Boards of Directors on fundraising
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated salary for this full-time position is $87,500-$95,000.
GHF additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Simple IRA with employer match
- Generous paid time off (20 PTO days plus paid holidays)
- Hybrid work environment with two in-office days per week. (Note: Candidates must live in Georgia, but are not required to live in the metro-Atlanta area. The hybrid work schedule will be accommodated if the selected candidate lives outside of metro-Atlanta.)
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development opportunities
How to Apply
Please complete both of the following steps. Candidates who do not complete both steps will not be considered.
- Please submit a resume and cover letter using GHF’s Job Application Form: https://forms.clickup.com/9014526805/f/8cmxgun-1894/7ZWC5ZI21BSSI2H8PR
- Please also complete the Director of Development and Communications Hiring Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceW7s2XVT0IU2puNgr_GZ0Hcm1trmTBUG_IEv7rrddfCUf5Q/viewform?usp=publish-editor
No phone calls, please.
About the company
Company website•Public Policy Offices
With a mission to build and mobilize a unified voice, vision, and leadership to achieve a healthy future for all Georgians, Georgians for a Healthy Future provides a strong voice for Georgia consumers and communities on the health care issues and decisions that impact their lives. Our vision is of a day in which all Georgians have access to the quality, affordable health care they need to live healthy lives and contribute to the health of their communities.
Since our founding in 2008, Georgians for a Healthy Future has provided substantive health policy information to community leaders and advocates throughout the state, conducted seminars to equip consumers with the tools to become strong advocates, successfully injected the consumer perspective into dozens of health care stories in the media, and engaged with policymakers to spark policy change for a healthier Georgia.