World Vision USA · 9 hours ago
Sr. Church Advisor
World Vision is a global Christian humanitarian organization, and they are seeking a Sr. Church Advisor I to serve in the Transformational Engagement Division. The role involves collaborating with church and ministry partnership teams to engage pastors and congregants in fundraising efforts and building relationships with church leaders.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Keep Christ central in individual and corporate life. Actively participate in and contribute to the spiritual disciplines of the organization (Christian conduct, devotions, chapel, prayer, worship); incorporate WV Core Values into decisions within scope of role
Responsible for raising a minimum of $500,000 within first year, and a minimum of $750,000 in total value each fiscal year thereafter through sponsorship acquisition, one-time-gift, and/or multi-year financial commitments
Establish at least ten new church partnerships annually in assigned markets. Develop, expand and sustain long-term relationships through on-going interaction with senior level pastors, churches, church influencers and donors, while shaping interests in World Vision’s transformational experience and offerings and position World Vision as a desirable partner
Network through relationships with current pastors and pastor associations to develop new church partnerships
Represent WVUS in high-level church network, association, denomination and agency meeting
Conduct presentation with pastors, congregants, groups and individual regarding World Vision’s ministry and invite them to participate in our church offerings
Work collaboratively with department leaders in developing and implementing church growth strategies
Plan and implement account management strategy to ensure existing church relations are given appropriate amount of attention each year
Take qualified church pastors or other Christian influencers on vision trips to World Vision projects
Work collaboratively with team members when assigned to work as a member of a team
Perform other duties as assigned
Maintain awareness of corporate goals, objectives, organizational announcements, and activities. Reference and follow organizational policies and procedures, seeking clarity as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (eight years) work experience
In addition to education or educational equivalent, requires work experience in fundraising, ministry, partnership management, marketing, ministry and/or sales; 3 years
Demonstrated experience implementing moves management techniques to effectively manage high level accounts or complex partnerships required
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A. for any employer
Travel: Up to 15% of time within the U.S. and internationally
Preferred
Established relationships and networks with churches and pastors within geographic area strongly preferred
Experience working with Christian denominations, networks, or large to mega Christian churches preferred
Company
World Vision USA
World Vision is a Christian humanitarian, development and advocacy organization devoted to improving the lives of children, families and their communities around the world.