Donor Relations Manager

New Life Center • Fargo, ND

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About The Position

The Donor Relations Manager (DRM), reporting to the Advancement Director, is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and securing financial support through relationship-building with individual, corporate, and church donors. This includes managing a portfolio of key donors, scheduling regular in-person visits, and fostering relationships to encourage ongoing engagement. The DRM will work to meet performance targets, support church partnerships, and collaborate on strategies to engage donors in giving, ensuring alignment with New Life Center's mission and values. Additionally, they will support major and planned giving initiatives and ensure that all stewardship practices align with the organization's fundraising goals. At New Life Center, every role is a form of ministry. We seek staff who are committed followers of Jesus Christ, aligned with our Statement of Faith, and who model our REAL values - Respectful, Encouraging, Accountable, and Loving.

Requirements

• Personal, evident, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Compassionate heart for those in need.
• Willingness to serve others.
• Desire to see the lost transformed through the love of Christ.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in face-to-face fundraising.
• Demonstrated success in securing mid-to-major gifts.

Nice To Haves

• Nonprofit experience.
• Formal public speaking experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a care list of 120-150 key donors with consistent quarterly engagement.
• Proactively reach out to donors and prospects to arrange in-person meetings.
• Achieve an average of 20 monthly in-person donor visits to foster and strengthen relationships.
• Accurately document all donor interactions and touchpoints promptly.
• Oversee and facilitate direct referrals for planned and deferred giving opportunities.
• Involve key donors in private and capital campaign initiatives.
• Lead closing conversations to secure gifts that align with donors’ philanthropic values and goals.
• Remain informed and up to date on gift regulations and best practices in donor fund management.
• Deliver efficient and personalized donor care to a designated portfolio of supporters.
• Respond promptly and professionally to donor inquiries via phone, email, or other communication channels.
• Identify opportunities to simplify the giving process and maximize the impact of donor contributions.
• Continuously educate and engage donors, keeping them informed about the ministry’s work and impact.
• Regularly express gratitude to donors through creative and meaningful appreciation efforts.
• Regularly provide insights and updates on donor interactions that influence specific campaign goals and strategies.
• Collaborate with the Advancement Director and Donor Program Manager to execute donor engagement and stewardship initiatives.
• Lead and support events that enhance awareness and generate funds for the Mission.
• Act as a representative of New Life Center, occasionally speaking at community meetings and events to share the Mission’s impact.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Advancement Director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree