Development & Engagement Lead

Reports to: Development & Communications Director (DCD)
Status: Full-time, Non-exempt
Compensation: $25/hr.
Samaritan is seeking a candidate for the Development & Engagement Lead position. This person will work closely with the Development & Communications Director to advance Samaritan’s fundraising and community engagement efforts, supporting the organization’s mission to connect mind, body, and spirit so individuals, families, organizations, and communities thrive.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, trustworthy self-starter who takes ownership of their work and follows through with care and attention to detail. This person brings a steady presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with both confidence and grace. They enjoy building relationships, take initiative, and aren’t afraid to make thoughtful decisions. You notice what needs to be done, take action, and keep things moving forward.

This role is empowered to make day-to-day operational decisions related to events, communications, and donor engagement within established goals and budgets. The ideal candidate is curious, resourceful, and solutions-oriented, with a natural ability to anticipate needs and look for ways to improve how things are done, while working in close partnership with the Development & Communications Director on broader fundraising priorities and direction.

The Development & Engagement Lead will handle confidential information and represent Samaritan in interactions with donors, partners, and the community. The ability to speak to our spiritually integrated care philosophy, and reflect on how personal values shape your approach to this work, is important.

eeds to be done, take action, and keep things moving forward.

This role is empowered to make day-to-day operational decisions related to events, communications, and donor engagement within established goals and budgets. The ideal candidate is curious, resourceful, and solutions-oriented, with a natural ability to anticipate needs and look for ways to improve how things are done, while working in close partnership with the Development & Communications Director on broader fundraising priorities and direction.

The Development & Engagement Lead will handle confidential information and represent Samaritan in interactions with donors, partners, and the community. The ability to speak to our spiritually integrated care philosophy, and reflect on how personal values shape your approach to this work, is important.

The Development & Engagement Lead plays a key role in implementing Samaritan’s fundraising and community engagement activities. In partnership with the Development & Communications Director and a team of freelancers and volunteers, this role manages core operational functions that support annual development goals.

Responsibilities include management of the donor database and stewardship processes, coordination and execution of key fundraising events, and implementation of digital engagement efforts that strengthen relationships with individuals, businesses, and community partners. This position helps ensure that donor communications, events, and engagement activities are organized, consistent, and aligned with Samaritan’s mission and priorities, while strategic direction and fundraising priorities are developed in partnership with the Development & Communications Director.

Donor Relations & Systems

• Supports donor stewardship for general donors and assists with major donor tracking.
• Manage donor database (Donorview), including gift processing, data integrity, and reporting
• Prioritize donor stewardship activities, ensuring timely acknowledgments, accurate tracking, and consistent engagement workflows.
• Maintain and update…