Senior Relationship Officer - CO

Messenger International • Palmer Lake, CO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for advancing Messenger International’s vision by cultivating meaningful, trust-based relationships with major and mid-level donors, ensuring they are well-informed, engaged, and connected to the mission and impact of the ministry. This role requires an individual who embodies the core beliefs of the organization and champions its commitment to spreading the Gospel.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in fundraising, major gifts, relationship management, sales, or business development required
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Ability to work independently in a primarily virtual environment
• Signed acknowledgement of Messenger’s “Statement of Faith” and “Staff Covenant/Lifestyle Agreement” forms
• Signed acknowledgement to policies and procedures as stated in our employee handbook
• Has the ability to function independently
• Possess the ability to speak
• Has the physical ability to be able to lift up to 25 pounds (with or without assistance)
• This position also may require long periods of sitting, standing up, and walking
• Must be able to present evidence of identity and legal right to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, ministry, or related field preferred
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining long-term client or donor relationships preferred
• Strong relational intelligence and ability to build trust across diverse audiences
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to clearly articulate organizational mission and impact
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Self-motivated and proactive with strong follow-through
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and ethical conduct
• High levels of professional discretion

Responsibilities

• Manage and nurture a portfolio primarily consisting of major donors with some mid-level donors as assigned
• Develop and implement individualized engagement plans designed to strengthen donor connection and long-term involvement
• Conduct donor meetings (primarily virtual), phone calls, and written communications to cultivate meaningful relationships
• Clearly and compellingly communicate ministry vision, initiatives, funding opportunities, and impact stories
• Invite financial partnership in a thoughtful and relationship-centered manner
• Provide consistent and proactive stewardship, including gratitude, impact reporting, and follow-up communication
• Identify opportunities to increase donor engagement through upgraded giving, recurring gifts, or expanded partnership
• Maintain accurate and timely donor records in CRM systems, including contact reports and next steps
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, finance, and leadership to ensure donor communications are accurate, aligned, and timely
• Represent Messenger International with professionalism and warmth in all donor interactions
• Participate in ministry events and occasional in-person donor meetings as needed
• Uphold confidentiality and exercise discretion regarding donor information and giving records
• Other related work, as assigned

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Health, Dental, AD&D & Life insurance
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Parental leave benefits after 3-year tenure
• Messenger will pay for renewal of certifications and required continued education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior