Big Bend Hospice, Inc. is hiring: Foundation Programs & Communication Specialist

Education Level4 Year Degree## Foundation Programs & Communication SpecialistBig Bend Hospice (BBH) is your “Hometown Hospice” providing compassionate end-of-life care for over 40 years to the Big Bend region. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, and excellence, we are seeking an experienced ***Foundation Programs & Communication Specialist*** to join our team.The ideal candidate for the ***Foundation Programs & Communication Specialist*** is responsible for Supporting the mission of the Big Bend Hospice Foundation by delivering high-quality administrative, project management, and marketing support across fundraising, donor relations, special events, and communications. This role coordinates day-to-day operations, manages timelines and deliverables for foundation projects, and helps develop and execute marketing campaigns that increase awareness, engagement, and philanthropic support.**Position Duties and Responsibilities:** The ***Foundation Programs & Communication Specialist*** responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: * Serve as the administrative and operational hub for the Foundation, managing calendars, meetings, travel and expenses, vendors, records, policies, SOPs, and shared project calendars.* Maintain accurate donor and prospect records in the CRM, including gift entry, acknowledgments, reporting, data hygiene, and mailing list management.* Prepare and send timely donor acknowledgments, memorial and tribute letters, and customized correspondence in coordination with events and fundraising activities.* Coordinate and track Foundation initiatives such as appeals, grants, stewardship plans, and special events, collaborating cross-functionally with Marketing, Volunteer Services, and Clinical teams.* Draft, edit, and publish marketing and donor communications across email, web, social media, newsletters, and print, ensuring brand consistency and compliance.* Support campaign planning, content calendars, website updates, list segmentation, and performance tracking for targeted outreach.* Assist with fundraising efforts including direct mail and digital appeals, donor stewardship materials, grant support documentation, and event logistics and reporting.* Produce dashboards and reports on donations, pipelines, campaign performance, and donor trends; conduct basic prospect research and gift tracking.* Ensure confidentiality, regulatory compliance, and ethical standards in fundraising, marketing, and donor communications, including HIPAA and consent requirements.* Perform additional duties as assigned in support of Foundation goals.* performs other duties as assigned.**Work Schedule:*** Monday-Friday: 8:00 am- 5:00 pm.* **On-Site in Tallahassee Florida**## skills & Qualifications**Education & Experience:*** Bachelor’s degree in business, administration, communications or related field, or equivalent relevant experience* 2+ years in any combination of development/fundraising, marketing/communications, or project coordination roles (nonprofit experience preferred).**Skills & Abilities:*** Proficiency with productivity tools (Microsoft 365), project tools (e.g., Planner, Asana,* Strong writing and editing skills; eye for detail and brand consistency.* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.* Discretion with sensitive information.**Preferred Skills/ Experience:*** Experience with a donor CRM.* Familiarity with basic design tools (Canva, Adobe Express) and web CMS updates (WordPress or similar).* Understanding of fundraising best practices (annual fund, stewardship, events, grants).* Experience in healthcare, hospice, or mission-driven nonprofits.**Requirements:*** Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.* Commitment to BBH’s core values: integrity, compassion, and accountability. **Total Rewards:**Big Bend Hospice offers a robust Total Rewards package to include Competitive Salary, Robust Employee Benefits, Recognition and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (eligible for most roles). *Apply today and help us grow our mission to inspire hope by positively impacting the way our community experiences serious illness or grieve - one family at a time!* *Big Bend Hospice is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.*
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