Role Description
The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) is seeking a Director of Integrated Marketing & Fundraising to provide strategic leadership and oversight of CBN’s direct response fundraising efforts, with a primary emphasis on direct mail, in partnership with an established team to develop and execute an integrated, donor-centric fundraising strategy. This role collaborates closely with the Director of Marketing to ensure cohesive, multi-channel donor journeys that align fundraising objectives with broader marketing and brand initiatives.
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Oversee the stewardship of CBN’s legacy donor base.
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Support efforts to reach and engage new audiences through data-driven segmentation, testing, and analysis.
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Serve as a key marketing partner for broadcast and telephone ministry fundraising initiatives.
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Support target identification, script development, fundraising spots, and telethon preparation and execution.
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Promote cross-departmental collaboration and the thoughtful application of emerging tools, including AI, to enhance efficiency, insight, and donor engagement.
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Ensure all fundraising strategies operate in alignment with CBN’s mission to preach the Gospel to the nations and uphold the organization’s core values of excellence, innovation, and integrity.
Qualifications
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10+ years of experience in direct response fundraising, direct marketing, or related nonprofit leadership roles with demonstrated responsibility for fundraising or revenue-generating initiatives.
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Demonstrated expertise in direct mail fundraising, including management of large donor lists, frequent mail schedules, and advanced testing methodologies.
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Working knowledge of CRM systems and marketing automation tools (Microsoft Dynamics preferred).
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Strong understanding of marketing and fundraising funnels, audience segmentation strategies, and data-driven decision-making.
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Proven experience managing external vendors, budgets, timelines, and complex, multi-channel projects.
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Demonstrated ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively across departments and functions.
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Familiarity with donor-centric fundraising theory and best practices.
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Experience with Asana or similar project management tools preferred.
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Demonstrated openness to and familiarity with emerging technologies, including AI, and their application to improve fundraising strategy, insight, and operational efficiency.
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Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
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Passion for CBN’s mission of preaching the Gospel to the nations and a genuine care for donors.
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Due to collaboration needs and organizational priorities, strong preference will be given to candidates in Virginia or open to being based in Virginia.
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Demonstrated life application of Biblical principles and practices in alignment with CBN’s nonprofit Christian mission.
Benefits
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Competitive salary.
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Healthcare for full-time positions.
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Professional and rewarding work environment.
Company Description
CBN is a global nonprofit ministry demonstrating the love of God by sharing the Gospel through digital content, traditional media, and humanitarian aid.