Pawnee Mental Health Services · 2 weeks ago
Chief Advancement and Engagement Officer
Pawnee Mental Health Services is seeking a Chief Advancement and Engagement Officer to lead organizational advancement efforts, including marketing, development, fundraising, and community engagement. This role provides strategic leadership to enhance organizational visibility, strengthen community partnerships, and support sustainable philanthropic and business growth.
Health CareMental HealthNon Profit
Responsibilities
Develop and implement an integrated advancement strategy encompassing fundraising, marketing, communications, and business development
Identify opportunities to strengthen community engagement, partnerships, and organizational visibility
Collaborate with internal teams to improve processes that support productivity, client experience, and organizational effectiveness
Lead development strategies to secure financial and in-kind support, including annual giving and capital campaigns
Identify and cultivate donor relationships and new funding opportunities
Oversee grant proposal development and compliance for local, state, and federal funding sources
Coordinate donor stewardship, recognition, and database management
Provide regular reporting to the CEO and Boards on fundraising performance
Organize and facilitate development-related workgroups
Develop and manage an integrated marketing and communications plan
Oversee digital presence, media relations, and public messaging
Serve as the organization’s Public Information Officer (PIO)
Ensure consistent messaging that supports community education and awareness
Identify and cultivate referral relationships and strategic partnerships
Support outreach strategies that enhance client engagement and retention
Analyze trends and data to inform growth and community needs assessments
Provide strategic oversight of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Partner across departments to improve development operations, grant processes, and business opportunities
Support staff and Board understanding of advancement initiatives
Maintain knowledge of nonprofit advancement, behavioral health trends, and best practices
Adhere to organizational policies, ethical standards, and Code of Conduct
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field
3 year of experience in annual giving, capital campaigns, foundation/corporate solicitations, deferred giving, communications, and special events
Strong oral and written communication skills using the English language
Ability to operate basic office equipment
Microsoft Office skills, sufficient to efficiently prepare correspondence, track data, and make presentations
Preferred
Fundraising experience in a non-profit setting