Programs and Donor Relations Specialist

Quincy Medical Group; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits, with

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Volunteer time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Quincy Medical Group Foundation seeks a Programs and Donor Relations Specialist to advance fundraising, donor stewardship, and community engagement. You will manage scholarships, patient assistance, grants, and donor communications across multiple channels.

You will develop fundraising content, oversee events, and coordinate with the Foundation Board to drive impact and transparency in reporting. Strong writing and nonprofit experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Journalism, or related field required.
• Two or more years of experience in a nonprofit or 501(c)(3) organization preferred.
• Strong writing, storytelling, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing nonprofit social media platforms preferred.
• Experience creating marketing materials using Canva or similar design software.
• Experience with donor management or CRM software preferred.
• Experience with website management, including WordPress, preferred.
• Excellent organization, project management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Foundation charitable programs, including scholarships, patient assistance, grants, employee giving, and recognition initiatives.
• Administer program applications, communication, documentation, payments, and reporting.
• Support donor stewardship, cultivation, engagement, acquisition, and recognition through communications and events.
• Process charitable gifts, maintain donor records, and coordinate donor acknowledgments and year-end tax receipting.
• Develop donor stories, fundraising content, and marketing materials showing impact.
• Manage Foundation website and social media content, including planning, copywriting, design, scheduling, and reporting.
• Serve as staff liaison and secretary to the Foundation Board, supporting materials and meetings.
• Support fundraising events and community initiatives through planning, logistics, volunteer coordination, sponsorships, and execution.
• Represent the Foundation through presentations and community engagement opportunities.

Skills

Donor relations

Grant writing

Communications

Event planning

Social media

Stewardship

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or related field

Tools

Canva

CRM software

WordPress

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you are a current Duly/SBC/QMG employee, please apply through the Internal Career Site.At Quincy Medical Group, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do.With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.About the RoleAs the Programs and Donor Relations Specialist, you will play an important role in advancing the Quincy Medical Group Foundation's mission and strengthening its impact throughout the communities we serve. This position combines charitable program coordination, donor relations, communications, and community engagement to support the Foundation's work.You will oversee scholarship, grant, and patient assistance programs; help tell the story of the Foundation's impact; cultivate meaningful donor relationships; and support fundraising, events, and Foundation operations. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, enjoys both creative and relationship-focused work, and is passionate about making a difference in the community.Schedule & Work EnvironmentFull-time position, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with some flexibility based on Foundation activities.Attendance at scheduled Foundation events is expected, which may occasionally include evening or weekend hours.Local travel between QMG facilities and community events may be required.Primary ResponsibilitiesCoordinate Foundation charitable programs, including scholarships, patient assistance, grants, employee giving, and recognition initiatives.Administer program applications, communication, documentation, payments, and reporting while ensuring an organized and positive experience for participants.Support donor stewardship, cultivation, engagement, acquisition, and recognition through welcome communications, acknowledgments, thank-you correspondence, donor appreciation, and other relationship-building activities.Process charitable gifts, maintain accurate donor records, and coordinate donor acknowledgments and year-end tax receipting.Develop donor stories, fundraising content, and marketing materials that demonstrate the impact of philanthropic support and increase awareness of Foundation initiatives.Manage Foundation website and social media content, including content planning, copywriting, graphic creation, scheduling, storytelling, and impact reporting.Serve as staff liaison and secretary to the Foundation Board, supporting meeting materials, communication, and board activities.Support fundraising events and community initiatives through planning, logistics, volunteer coordination, sponsorship fulfillment, and event execution.Represent the Foundation through presentations, community outreach, and engagement opportunities.Provide administrative and project support for Foundation operations, fundraising activities, events, and special initiatives.Collaborate with employees, donors, volunteers, community partners, and organizational leaders to advance Foundation initiatives.Perform other duties as assigned to support Foundation operations and its mission.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Journalism, or a related field required.Two or more years of experience in a nonprofit or 501(c)(3) organization preferred.Strong writing, storytelling, communication, and relationship-building skills.Experience managing organizational or nonprofit social media platforms preferred.Experience creating marketing materials using Canva or similar design software.Experience with donor management or CRM software preferred.Experience with website management, including WordPress, preferred.Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn additional platforms and technology.Excellent organization, project management, customer service, and attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and follow-through.Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential donor, patient, and organizational information.Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required for travel between facilities and events.BenefitsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.Employer provided life and disability insurance.$5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.Immediate 401(k) match.40 hours paid volunteer time off.A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $47,174.40 - $70,761.60 annually, with actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through bonuses and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.If you are passionate about strengthening our communities and helping advance the mission of the QMG Foundation, we invite you to bring your skills and ideas to our team.Artificial Intelligence DisclosureArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.