Director Resource Development & Communications

Director of Development & CommunicationsRemote (metro Atlanta, Georgia, based) | Full-TimeSalary: $80,000 + benefitsAbout Water at Work MinistryWater at Work Ministry provides safe drinking water to underserved communities and the rural poor of the Dominican Republic. Water plants we establish provide the resources our local ministry partners need to carry out their work of spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through word and deed.With an annual operating budget of approximately $1 million, Water at Work is entering an exciting new season of growth and development capacity building.Position SummaryWater at Work Ministry seeks a relational, strategic, and mission-driven Director of Development & Communications to lead and grow the organization’s fundraising efforts.This role is ideal for a fundraiser who enjoys both relationship-based fundraising and hands-on execution in a collaborative small nonprofit environment. The Director of Development & Communications will steward existing donor relationships, expand fundraising systems and strategy, support donor communications, and help strengthen long-term revenue sustainability.This is the organization’s second full-time U.S.-based employee and represents an important investment in fundraising growth and donor engagement.The Director of Development & Communications will work closely with the Executive Director, board members, and a highly engaged former Executive Director who remains active in donor stewardship and relationship management.Key ResponsibilitiesIndividual Giving & Major Donor Development (35%)Manage and grow relationships with individual donors and major gift prospectsConduct donor outreach, cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation activitiesPartner with the Executive Director and board members on donor strategy and major gift conversationsMaintain thoughtful donor engagement and follow-up practicesEvents & Donor Engagement (25%)Lead planning and execution of fundraising and donor engagement eventsCoordinate volunteers, vendors, and contract support as neededEnsure events support broader donor relationship goals and organizational visibilityMarketing & Communications (20%)Oversee donor-facing communications including appeals, newsletters, email campaigns, and impact storytellingSupervise social media execution carried out by Dominican Republic-based staffCollaborate with contractors supporting design, marketing, or communications projectsHelp strengthen the organization’s overall fundraising communications strategyFundraising Systems & Operations (10%)Help maintain and strengthen donor systems within Bloomerang CRMSupport gift processing, acknowledgments, donor tracking, and reporting in collaboration with volunteers and leadershipImprove fundraising processes and reporting visibilityGrants & Campaign Support (10%)Research and pursue foundation and grant opportunitiesStrengthen grant tracking and reporting systemsSupport annual campaigns and monthly giving growth initiativesOrganizational Support & StructureWater at Work operates with a collaborative and highly mission-driven culture. This role will not be solely responsible for fundraising success independently.The Director of Development & Communications will be supported by:An active fundraising Executive DirectorEngaged board leadershipA former Executive Director with longstanding donor relationshipsDedicated volunteer supporting CRM and operational processesContract marketing and communications support when neededThis role will be expected to engage and equip board members to participate in fundraising as mission ambassadors, providing upskilling training, simple tools, and joint donor engagement opportunities aligned with their strengths. QualificationsIdeal candidates will bring:Approximately 5-7 years of nonprofit fundraising experienceAlignment with the Christian faith-based mission of the organizationComfort operating strategically and tactically in a small organizationDemonstrated success in individual giving and donor relationship managementStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperience with donor databases/CRMs (Bloomerang preferred)Ability to travel to the Dominican Republic at least once per yearHelpful but not required:Grant writing experienceEvent fundraising experienceCFRE credentialCompensation & BenefitsSalary: $80,000Fully remote position based in metro Atlanta, GeorgiaHealth insuranceThree weeks PTO plus U.S. holidays + Good FridayOpportunity to help shape and grow a mission-centered fundraising programWhat Success Looks Like in Year OneSupport growth toward a $1.2M annual fundraising goalDeepen relationships with existing donors while identifying new prospectsImprove consistency and effectiveness of donor communicationsStrengthen monthly giving and donor engagement systemsExpand visibility into grant opportunities and pipeline managementSend Resume and Cover Letter To: