Donor Relations Manager

Description PURPOSE/OVERVIEW: Develop relationships and implement a strategy with existing and potential donors that will increase financial support and resources, engage current constituents and cultivate potential donors in support of the ministry. This position offers a flexible work schedule, attractive benefits package (including retirement fund contribution) and three weeks vacation. The CRCNA exhibits love for the diversity of the human family. As such we welcome & encourage all regardless of race, ethnicity, ability and culture to apply. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate contacting our Human Resources Department. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop stewardship-focused relationships with a portfolio of individuals, churches, and foundations to engage support for the ministry. Develop and implement a donor strategy for assigned area, working with others as appropriate. Strengthen and expand the financial support, including major gifts, from assigned individuals, churches and foundations.Cultivate long-term relationships with donors so planned giving commitments to the agency increase annually. Represent the agency at churches, classis meetings, and other events, as needed. Significant travel within assigned regions for in-person visits, relationship building, donor appreciation and fundraising events. Maintain accurate records in appropriate database(s) (e.g. constituent interactions) which support the development of donor relationships. Assist with planning strategy, goals and fundraising targets. Track expenses and maintain regular expense reports. Assist with prospect research and/or proposal writing, as assigned. Work with colleagues to develop support networks in their assigned area. Stay current and maintain best practices through ongoing professional development. All other duties as assigned by supervisor. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Support staff as assigned. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE: Able to support the mission, vision, and values of the CRCNA. Demonstrated ability to encourage and inspire individuals to support ministry. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to be self-motivated, work independently with minimal direction and collaboratively within a team environment. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and external contacts. Proven ability to plan and organize tasks and responsibilities including multitasking, setting priorities and meeting deadlines. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated proficiency in commonly used computer applications, internet research and constituent relationship management tools.Bachelor’s degree is preferred, in a related field such as business, marketing & communications or non profit management and/or equivalent work experience.Demonstrated experience and success in fundraising or businessThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Regular travel throughout the assigned region Full-time Benefits Benefits may be pro-rated based on # of hours worked per week: Work-Life Balance Full-Time Flexible Work ArrangementsGenerous Vacation and Holiday Time Benefits include Health, Welfare, & Retirement Professional Development Opportunities Contributing to an organization that is making an impact in the world Who We Are The Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) includes just over one thousand congregations across the United States and Canada. About 75 percent of the churches are in the United States and 25 percent are in Canada. While we're a denomination with churches and ministries in two countries, we share in the blessings of ecclesial unity and joint ministry. Almost 230,000 people belong to the CRCNA—not a large number when you consider the population of our two countries. But by God’s grace we can accomplish a lot when we work together. The CRCNA denominational offices serve the local church, providing resources to pastors and congregations so that people are introduced to Jesus Christ and their faith is nurtured. Other agencies of the CRCNA include ReFrame Ministries , Resonate Global Mission and World Renew . Be Who You Are The CRCNA is committed to building a culture of belonging that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices and experiences of all our employees. We strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our broader culture and the Christian church, and invite all qualified candidates to apply.To read the CRCNA Diversity Statement click here