Director of Advancement - NorthEast

Haggai International • Delaware, NY

4d • Remote

About The Position

As a Director of Advancement (Major Gift Officer), you will play a crucial role in securing significant financial support for our mission. The focus of this position is to develop and manage a portfolio of major level giving donors ($25k - $250k) by initiating, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships with individuals, couples, and families who partner financially with Haggai International.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in major gift fundraising, or outside sales.
• Proven track record of securing significant gifts or closing six-figure proposals.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, techniques, and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse individuals.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Passion for the mission of Haggai International and a commitment to Christian values.
• Displays a sense of urgency
• Is a speedy and timely decision maker
• Is ambitious and driven
• Can act even though the details are unresolved
• Is comfortable leaving issues open and waiting for resolution or answers
• Is at ease with theory and the unknown
• Has a strong sense of career
• Has a sense of vision and purpose
• Wants to have impact and influence; committed to making a difference
• Needs to understand and have insight
• Is good at and enjoys solving problems
• Is comfortable and good at formulating strategy
• Maximizes revenue, net income, and cash flow
• Is comfortable containing costs and managing budgets
• Uses resources wisely and to advantage
• Is driven by the desire to serve the customer; focused on customer needs
• Responds as promptly as possible to customer needs and requests
• Knows customers, alliances, and partners well and supports them in appropriate ways
• Has the interpersonal savvy for maintaining relationships
• Is easy to work with
• Maintains good relations with a variety of people
• Keeps focus on priorities; perseveres; delivers
• Does not let the details fall between the cracks
• Stays with a project through to its conclusion
• Is comfortable working alone when necessary
• Does not require close supervision
• Does not need others to provide structure
• Uses all available resources for personal improvement, seeks opportunities to learn
• Seeks and uses feedback; is open to criticism
• Non-defensively assesses own strengths and weaknesses
• Is able to subordinate personal needs to team success
• Is willing to follow or lead based on the team’s need; is approachable
• Is committed to building the spirit of the team; genuinely enjoys being a part of a team

Responsibilities

• Be “high touch, high communication” with their portfolio.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors through personalized communication and engagement; including phone, email, video and in-person, aligned with our Transformational Giving Experience.
• Conduct regular donor meetings and calls to deepen connections and understand their philanthropic goals.
• Develop and implement comprehensive stewardship plans to recognize and thank donors for their support.
• Identify, qualify, and cultivate major gift prospects through research and networking with potential major donors who align with our mission.
• Develop compelling proposals and presentations to effectively communicate Haggai International's impact and fundraising priorities.
• Conduct face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and virtual presentations to solicit major gifts.
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 100 major gift donors, providing exceptional stewardship through regular communication, acknowledgment of gifts, and personalized donor experiences.
• Develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies to increase major gift revenue.
• Measure, track, and grow donors’ affinity with the ministry by creating engagement opportunities as well as creating a giving community for donors to participate in.
• Track and analyze fundraising performance metrics to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in fundraising.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of donor information, interactions, and gifts in the CRM system.
• Utilize data analysis to identify trends and opportunities for increased donor engagement.

Benefits

• Salary based. Commensurate with experience and productivity.
• Benefits as described in the Employee Handbook (subject to change as the need arises).
• Satisfaction of contributing significantly to reaching a lost world for Christ.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed