Director of Development

Precept•Chattanooga, TN

10d•Remote

About The Position

Precept is a nonprofit Christian Bible Study ministry headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee. We are dedicated to helping people discover God's truth for themselves through in-depth, inductive Bible Study. Our mission is engaging people in relationship with God through knowing His Word. In nearly 190 countries and 90 languages, our leaders are using the Precept Bible Study Method and materials to effectively carry out our vision: Every believer in Christ living out God's Word every day. Around the world thousands are being discipled through Precept. Their thirst for the Word is being quenched by being taught how to observe the Word through Inductive Bible Study, which is empowering people to discover truth for themselves, and the result is lives are being transformed. The Director of Development at Precept manages a portfolio of Major Gift donors and is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individuals capable of making leadership gifts of five (5) – to six (6) figure gifts annually. This frontline fundraising position serves as a trusted ambassador for Precept, building authentic relationships with donors and inviting them to make transformational investments that advance the ministry's mission around the world. The successful candidate is a highly relational, results-oriented fundraiser with 7-10 years of experience. This position is responsible for growing philanthropic revenue by expanding the major donor pipeline, increasing giving among existing partners, and securing new leadership-level gifts. This position is based remotely with up to 60% travel required. While there is occasional weekend travel, normal business hours are four 10-hour workdays (Monday-Thursday).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
7-10 years of successful frontline fundraising experience nonprofit organization, preferably faith-based.
Demonstrated success securing five (5) - and six (6) -figure philanthropic gifts from individuals.
Experience managing a major gift portfolio and consistently meeting or exceeding fundraising.
Passion for the mission of Precept and a desire to see lives transformed through God's Word.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
Strong strategic thinking and donor relationship management abilities.
Ability to exercise independent judgement when circumstances warrant such action.
Experience using donor CRM systems and prospect management tools.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Must understand and follow ministry policies and procedures.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Precept Ministries and its Bible study methodology strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of approximately 100–125 current and prospective major donors capable of giving $25,000 or more annually.
Develop and implement individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for each assigned donor.
Personally solicit major gifts and multi-year commitments that advance the ministry's strategic priorities.
Build a robust pipeline of qualified prospects through referrals, wealth screening, research, networking, and strategic outreach.
Conduct meaningful donor visits, both in-person and virtually, with a strong emphasis on face-to-face relationship building.
Collaborate with the VP of Donor Development to develop gift strategies for major gift opportunities.
Establish new relationships with prospective ministry partners who have the capacity and inclination to make significant philanthropic investments.
Introduce new prospects to the ministry through meaningful conversations, ministry experiences, and strategic engagement opportunities.
Partner with the Director of Donor Analytics and Mid-Level Officers to transition qualified Mid-Level donors into the major gift portfolio.
Collaborate with ministry leaders and subject matter experts to create compelling donor experiences.
Develop a comprehensive annual plan for each assigned donor, including engagement goals, solicitation strategy, and stewardship activities.
Maintain accurate donor records, contact reports, and opportunity tracking within Salesforce.
Participate in donor events, conferences, and regional gatherings to strengthen donor relationships.
Identify planned giving opportunities and collaborate with the VP of Donor Development to coordinate planned giving results.
Work closely with the Director of Donor and Prospect Strategy to ensure accurate reporting, prospect management, and portfolio analytics.
Collaborate with the Director of Donor Engagement & Stewardship on donor communications, stewardship strategies, and event invitations.
Partner with the VP of Donor Development to develop fundraising strategies, establish goals, and evaluate performance.
Functions and communicates productively within an interdisciplinary team.
Represent Precept with professionalism, integrity, and excellence in all donor interactions.