Regional Director/Philanthropy Advisor of Major Gifts (Southeast Region)

OM•, (Multiple States)

1d•$95,000 - $110,000•Remote

About The Position

The Regional Philanthropy Advisor/Director of Major Gifts is a member of OM USA’s Advancement team, cultivating and stewarding donor relationships across the Southeast region to support Operation Mobilization’s mission. The role manages a portfolio of approximately 125–150 major donors and prospects and secures significant philanthropic investments, including five-, six-, and seven-figure gifts, from individuals, families, and foundations. The position develops strategic moves-management plans and personalized donor engagement, aligns donors’ interests with ministry opportunities, and supports increased involvement, planned giving, asset giving, and other complex gifts. It also collaborates with organizational leaders and colleagues, maintains donor and revenue records, monitors portfolio performance, and reports on engagement and fundraising projections. The role works remotely from a home office within the assigned region and requires travel throughout the Southeast and nationally as needed, up to 50% of the time. The incumbent participates in team gatherings and contributes to a collaborative organizational culture. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to Jesus Christ and agreement with OM USA’s Statement of Faith.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
Minimum of 3–5 years of successful frontline fundraising experience.
Demonstrated success developing relationships with high-capacity funders, managing donor portfolios, and securing major gifts.
Personal commitment to Jesus Christ and agreement with OM USA’s Statement of Faith.
Passion for OM’s mission to establish vibrant communities of Jesus followers among the least reached peoples of the world.
Ability to represent OM’s mission with authenticity, conviction, and spiritual maturity.
Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong listening skills and ability to inspire, engage, and influence others.
Strategic thinking and proven organizational abilities.
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently.
High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Comfort interacting with diverse stakeholders, including executives, entrepreneurs, ministry leaders, and missionaries.
Humility, collaboration, adaptability, and servant leadership.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on occasion.
Ability to travel extensively and attend meetings, conferences, and donor events.

Nice To Haves

Fundraising experience within a mid-sized or large nonprofit organization.

Responsibilities

Meet or exceed annual fundraising goals for the assigned region.
Develop and maintain meaningful, mission-centered donor and prospect relationships through disciplined moves management.
Develop and execute plans to secure five-, six-, and seven-figure commitments from a portfolio of 125–150 individuals, families, and foundations.
Represent OM’s mission and vision as an ambassador.
Qualify, cultivate, invite, steward, and renew donors through personalized engagement, including at least 55 face-to-face donor visits annually.
Align donor passions, interests, and philanthropic goals with ministry opportunities.
Explore opportunities with donors for increased involvement, planned giving, asset giving, and other complex gifts.
Equip and encourage donors to advocate for OM within their networks.
Reengage lapsed donors and identify opportunities for renewed partnership.
Partner with the CEO, board members, ministry leaders, Church Connections, the Philanthropy Advisory Team, and Freedom Challenge to maximize donor engagement and organizational impact.
Maintain accurate and timely donor records, activity reports, pipeline data, and revenue forecasts in OM’s CRMs.
Monitor portfolio performance and establish strategies to achieve fundraising objectives.
Provide leadership with timely updates and reports on donor engagement, invitation activity, and revenue projections.
Travel throughout the Southeast region and nationally as needed, up to 50% of the time.
Participate in team gatherings focused on prayer, fellowship, mission updates, and professional development.
Contribute to a healthy and collaborative organizational culture, and engage in team meetings, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional projects.
Perform other related duties as assigned.