Fundraising Development Specialist

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fundraising Strategy Development:
• In collaboration with the Director of Community Engagement and the Office Director, develop, implement, and refine a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet annual revenue goals, including individual giving, major gifts, events, grants, annual campaigns and corporate partnerships as well as Gift-In-Kind donation strategies.
• This role will manage a portfolio of donors, while also developing strategy and assisting other team members with implementation.

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  Donor Engagement & Cultivation:
• Build, maintain, and deepen relationships with current and potential donors.
• Create personalized donor journeys to enhance donor engagement, loyalty, and retention, including regular communications, updates, and acknowledgments.
• Grant Writing and Management:
• Research, identify, and apply for grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government entities. Manage grant reporting and maintain compliance with grant requirements.

• Community & Church Partnerships:
• Work with CE team members to help strengthen relationships with local churches, businesses, and community organizations.
• Engage partners through presentations, events, and collaborative initiatives that align with World Relief’s mission.
• Event Planning & Execution:
• Plan and execute fundraising events, including donor appreciation gatherings, annual galas, and community outreach events.
• Manage event logistics, sponsorships, and volunteer coordination to ensure successful outcomes.
• Partner with the CE team to integrate giving into other outreach events

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  Strategic Development & Innovation:
• Collaborate with leadership to identify new funding opportunities and develop innovative revenue streams.
• Contribute to long-term strategic planning for financial growth and sustainable impact. Reporting & Data Management:
• Track and analyze fundraising data, preparing regular reports on donor engagement, revenue, and progress toward fundraising goals.
• Maintain donor records in CRM (Salesforce, etc.) to ensure accurate reporting and relationship management.

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  Marketing & Communications Support:
• Work closely with the marketing team to develop materials that communicate the impact of World Relief Upstate SC’s work.
• Contribute to newsletters, social media, and other communications to raise visibility and engage potential supporters.
• Align with Marketing to implement brand amplification strategies, including digital lead generation and in-person outreach.
• Leverage email drip campaigns to nurture leads and drive donations.
• Track and analyze lead generation efforts to improve donor acquisition and engagement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Mature and personal Christian faith
• Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
• Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
• Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Evangelicals For the Health of The Nation document
• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business, or related field; master's preferred.
• Proven track record in securing funding, cultivating major gifts, and building strong donor relationships.
• Experience in grant writing and knowledge of the grant application process.
• Strong public speaking, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with donor management software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge) and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent written skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to submit and pass a driving records check and ability to drive for work purposes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-3 years of experience in fundraising or partnership management