Director of Development & External Affairs

Myaccesshealth; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403(b) with employer contribution

Generous PTO

Professional development

PSLF-eligible employer

Job summary

AccessHealth is seeking a Director of Development & External Affairs to lead fundraising, partnerships, and digital outreach in the Greater Houston area, including Richmond, TX. This senior, externally focused role reports to the CEO and drives the organization’s development calendar, brand, and community engagement.

You will build and manage philanthropic infrastructure, cultivate governance relations, and direct digital marketing and SEO initiatives to increase visibility and support.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in nonprofit development, healthcare BD, or comparable external-facing leadership.
• Proven track record closing gifts, grants, or sponsorships of $25,000+; managed an annual fund of $500,000+.
• Experience producing fundraising events generating $100,000+ in revenue.
• Grant writing and management (federal, state, and/or private foundation).
• Proficiency in CRM/donor software (Bloomerang, Donor Perfect, Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of SEO, digital marketing, and social media.
• Established network in Greater Houston / Fort Bend County.
• Genuine commitment to health equity and serving underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead philanthropic development across individual giving, corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, and signature events; manage full development lifecycle from prospect to stewardship.
• Oversee Strategic Partnerships & Clinical Referral Pipeline: build network with hospitals, clinics, employers, schools, faith communities, and nonprofits; engage government relations.
• Direct Community Voice, Brand & Digital Strategy: manage external communications, media relations, SEO, and AI-driven search strategies; oversee annual impact reports.

Skills

Nonprofit development

Healthcare BD

External-facing leadership

Fundraising

CRM/donor software

Education

Graduate degree

Master's degree or CFRE certification (preferred)

Tools

Bloomerang

Donor Perfect

Salesforce

Raiser's Edge

Job description

Director of Development & External Affairs

Overview

Job Shift

Day

Graduate Degree

Travel Percentage

Up to 50%

Description

Director of Development & External Affairs

Access Health · Greater Houston · Richmond, TX · Full-Time, Exempt · Reports to: CEO

About AccessHealth

AccessHealth is a private, not-for-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving Fort Bend and Waller Counties, TX since 1975 providing integrated, affordable healthcare to ~20,000 patients annually across 17 locations. A 2025 HRSA National Quality Leader and NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home.

The Opportunity

This senior, externally focused role makes you the face and voice of AccessHealth leading three interconnected functions: philanthropic development (individual, corporate, and foundation), clinical referral pipeline and strategic partnerships, and digital marketing including SEO and AI-driven search. Fort Bend County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the U.S.; this role is built for someone ready to build at scale.

What You'll Lead

Build AccessHealth's philanthropic infrastructure - individual giving, corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, and signature events (annual gala, golf tournaments). Own the full development lifecycle from prospect to stewardship. Staff the Board Development Committee. CRM management with regular CEO/Board reporting.

Strategic Partnerships & Clinical Referral Pipeline

Build and manage a structured referral network from hospitals, clinics, employers, schools, faith communities, and social service nonprofits. Cultivate government relations with county, state, and federal officials. Represent AccessHealth at chambers, coalitions, and healthcare forums.

Community Voice, Brand & Digital Strategy

Serve as AccessHealth's primary community ambassador. Direct digital marketing, SEO, and AIO strategy (Google AI Overviews, Bing Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) ensures AccessHealth is found wherever patients and partners’ search. Manage external communications, media relations, and annual impact reports.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years in nonprofit development, healthcare BD, or comparable external-facing leadership
• Proven track record: personally closed gifts, grants, or sponsorships of $25,000+; managed an annual fund of $500,000+
• Experience producing fundraising events generating $100,000+ in revenue
• Grant writing and management (federal, state, and/or private foundation)
• Proficiency in CRM/donor software (Bloomerang, Donor Perfect, Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of SEO, digital marketing, and social media
• Brings an established network in Greater Houston / Fort Bend County - foundation contacts, hospital community benefit leaders, corporate giving relationships. Day‑one relationships matter.
• Genuine commitment to health equity and serving underserved communities

Preferred:

• Master's degree (MPH, MBA, MPA, MHA) or CFRE certification
• FQHC or safety‑net healthcare experience

What We Offer

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, Medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with employer contribution, Generous PTO, Professional development, PSLF-eligible employer

How to Apply

Submit resume, cover letter, and three references at myaccesshealth.org/careers. Cover letter must describe: (1) a specific gift, grant, or sponsorship you personally closed (amount + approach), and (2) a partnership or referral relationship you built from scratch.

AccessHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years in nonprofit development, healthcare BD, or comparable external-facing leadership
• Proven track record: personally closed gifts, grants, or sponsorships of $25,000+; managed an annual fund of $500,000+
• Experience producing fundraising events generating $100,000+ in revenue
• Grant writing and management (federal, state, and/or private foundation)
• Proficiency in CRM/donor software (Bloomerang, Donor Perfect, Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of SEO, digital marketing, and social media
• Brings an established network in Greater Houston / Fort Bend County - foundation contacts, hospital community benefit leaders, corporate giving relationships. Day‑one relationships matter.
• Genuine commitment to health equity and serving underserved communities

Preferred:

• Master's degree (MPH, MBA, MPA, MHA) or CFRE certification
• FQHC or safety‑net healthcare experience

What We Offer

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, Medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with employer contribution, Generous PTO, Professional development, PSLF-eligible employer

How to Apply

Submit resume, cover letter, and three references at myaccesshealth.org/careers. Cover letter must describe: (1) a specific gift, grant, or sponsorship you personally closed (amount + approach), and (2) a partnership or referral relationship you built from scratch.