[Hiring] Director of Advancement @Haggai International

Role Description

As a Director of Advancement (Major Gift Officer), you will play a crucial role in securing significant financial support for our mission. The focus of this position is to develop and manage a portfolio of major level giving donors ($25k - $250k) by initiating, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships with individuals, couples, and families who partner financially with Haggai International.

Key Responsibilities

• Donor Cultivation and Stewardship
  • Be “high touch, high communication” with their portfolio.
  • Build and maintain relationships with donors through personalized communication and engagement; including phone, email, video and in-person, aligned with our Transformational Giving Experience.
  • Conduct regular donor meetings and calls to deepen connections and understand their philanthropic goals.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive stewardship plans to recognize and thank donors for their support.
• Major Gift Fundraising
  • Identify, qualify, and cultivate major gift prospects through research and networking with potential major donors who align with our mission.
  • Develop compelling proposals and presentations to effectively communicate Haggai International's impact and fundraising priorities.
  • Conduct face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and virtual presentations to solicit major gifts.
  • Manage a portfolio of approximately 100 major gift donors, providing exceptional stewardship through regular communication, acknowledgment of gifts, and personalized donor experiences.
• Fundraising Strategies
  • Develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies to increase major gift revenue.
  • Measure, track, and grow donors’ affinity with the ministry by creating engagement opportunities as well as creating a giving community for donors to participate in.
  • Track and analyze fundraising performance metrics to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in fundraising.
• Donor Database Management
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of donor information, interactions, and gifts in the CRM system.
  • Utilize data analysis to identify trends and opportunities for increased donor engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in major gift fundraising, or outside sales.
• Proven track record of securing significant gifts or closing six-figure proposals.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, techniques, and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse individuals.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Passion for the mission of Haggai International and a commitment to Christian values.

Requirements

• Salary based. Commensurate with experience and productivity.
• Benefits as described in the Employee Handbook (subject to change as the need arises).
• Location: Major city on East Coast, USA, close to a major airport.
• Travel: 30% - 50% overnight travel required.
• Satisfaction of contributing significantly to reaching a lost world for Christ.

Competencies

• Action Orientation
  • Displays a sense of urgency.
  • Is a speedy and timely decision maker.
  • Is ambitious and driven.
• Comfortable with Ambiguity and Paradox
  • Can act even though the details are unresolved.
  • Is comfortable leaving issues open and waiting for resolution or answers.
  • Is at ease with theory and the unknown.
• Ambition
  • Has a strong sense of career.
  • Has a sense of vision and purpose.
  • Wants to have impact and influence; committed to making a difference.
• Analytical Thinking
  • Needs to understand and have insight.
  • Is good at and enjoys solving problems.
  • Is comfortable and good at formulating strategy.
• Business Acumen
  • Maximizes revenue, net income, and cash flow.
  • Is comfortable containing costs and managing budgets.
  • Uses resources wisely and to advantage.
• Customer Service Orientation
  • Is driven by the desire to serve the customer; focused on customer needs.
  • Responds as promptly as possible to customer needs and requests.
  • Knows customers, alliances, and partners well and supports them in appropriate ways.
• Diplomacy
  • Has the interpersonal savvy for maintaining relationships.
  • Is easy to work with.
  • Maintains good relations with a variety of people.
• Follow Through
  • Keeps focus on priorities; perseveres; delivers.
  • Does not let the details fall between the cracks.
  • Stays with a project through to its conclusion.
• Comfortable Working Independently
  • Is comfortable working alone when necessary.
  • Does not require close supervision.
  • Does not need others to provide structure.
• Self Development
  • Uses all available resources for personal improvement, seeks opportunities to learn.
  • Seeks and uses feedback; is open to criticism.
  • Non-defensively assesses own strengths and weaknesses.
• Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Is able to subordinate personal needs to team success.
  • Is willing to follow or lead based on the team’s need; is approachable.
  • Is committed to building the spirit of the team; genuinely enjoys being a part of a team.