Assistant Community Relations Development Secretary & Territorial Development Director (6838)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army Southern Territorial Headquarters, located in Atlanta, GA, has an opening for an Assistant Territorial Community Relations and Development (CRD) Director/Territorial Development Director. The Salvation Army operates in communities across the United States. We are committed to meeting human needs wherever we can by providing food distribution, disaster relief, rehabilitation centers, anti-human trafficking efforts, housing for the homeless, children’s programs, and many other programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing or a related field with specialized training in Fund Raising Management highly desirable.
Ten years of progressively responsible experience in fund raising and fund-raising management with proven experience in one-to-one fund raising and non-profit communications and public relations or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Affinity for the mission of a worthwhile Christian cause.
Valid State Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

National Society of Fund-Raising Executives (NSFRE) Certification as Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) is preferred.
National Society of Fund-Raising Executives (NSFRE) Certification as Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in leading and supporting the Territorial Resource Development Program throughout the Southern Territory.
Develop, train, coach, and support divisional and local fundraising leaders.
Coordinate the Territorial Resource Development Steering Committee and support evaluation of fundraising initiatives.
Ensure fundraising and marketing campaigns align with Salvation Army priorities, standards, and best practices.
Develop and facilitate advisory board training programs for divisional and corps leadership.
Support the growth and effectiveness of local advisory boards throughout the territory.
Serve as Territorial Advisory Council liaison.
Help develop and implement fundraising strategies that secure support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other funding sources.
Strengthen fundraising capacity through recruitment, onboarding, and development of Resource Development Directors.
Maintain and share fundraising resources, tools, and best practices across the territory.
Manage a select portfolio of major donors, corporate partners, and foundations supporting territorial initiatives.
Collaborate with territorial, divisional, and local development teams to cultivate, solicit, and steward donor relationships.
Represent The Salvation Army at community meetings, conferences, and professional events.
Serve on national committees, task forces, and commissions as assigned.
Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.