Director of Planned & Principal Gifts - Remote

Overview

The Director of Principal and Planned Gifts at World Relief is a strategic fundraising professional responsible for developing and executing donor engagement strategies to secure significant contributions for humanitarian efforts.

In Short

• Lead major gifts fundraising efforts.
• Manage a portfolio of high-net-worth prospects.
• Develop customized giving plans for donors.
• Provide guidance on planned giving strategies.
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams for complex gifts.
• Steward relationships with principal gift-level prospects.
• Promote legacy giving opportunities.
• Ensure alignment with World Relief’s mission and values.
• Travel as necessary to meet with donors.
• Represent World Relief at donor events.

Requirements

• Mature Christian faith and commitment to World Relief’s mission.
• Five or more years of fundraising experience.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Ability to cultivate relationships with financial advisors.
• Experience with planned giving vehicles.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and resourceful.
• Strong strategic thinking abilities.
• Proficient in fundraising software.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a tangible difference in the world.
• Work with a mission-driven organization.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Engagement with diverse communities.