Foundation Programs Specialist

The Foundation Programs Specialist plays a strategic role in advancing the Baptist Health Care (BHC) Foundation's philanthropic mission by leading core fundraising programs, and Foundation communications. The position is responsible for planning, executing and optimizing initiatives that drive financial growth, enhance program impact, and ensure alignment with institutional policies, industry standards, and the Foundation's long-term goals.

• Develops and executes annual giving programs, including the Helping Hands campaign. Collaborates with leadership to identify funding priorities and tailor campaigns to maximize donor engagement and revenue.
• Manages internal funding requests from departments, including documentation, approval workflows, and fund disbursement tracking.
• Serves as the Foundation’s communications lead by overseeing brand messaging, digital presence and public engagement strategies, marketing and communications plan, management of website and social media content, and produces the annual Impact Report in collaboration with the marketing communications team.
• Administers the Helping Hands program, including team member, community and organizational support programs. Coordinates the application processes, review panels, award disbursements and impact reporting.
• Manages a personal portfolio of donors and contributes to broader stewardship efforts in collaboration with the Director and team. Documents donor interactions and stewardship activities in Raiser’s Edge to support cultivation and retention.
• Represents the Foundation at community events and professional gatherings.
• Oversees financial processes in coordination with Accounting, including check writing, fund disbursement, and budget planning. Ensures compliance with charitable standards, IRS regulations, and internal financial policies. Utilizes Financial Edge for financial tracking and reporting.

• Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization.

• May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's Degree Business, Communication, Non-Profit Management, Related field Required

Minimum Work Experience

• 5 years Progressive experience in fundraising, program management or nonprofit operations. Required
• 3 years Experience managing donor portfolios and leading strategic initiatives. Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong analytical skills in nonprofit budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and represent the Foundation with professionalism and integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate across departments.
• Familiarity with digital marketing platforms, website CMS tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with Raiser’s Edge.

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse