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World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) Development Department Executive Manager of Office of Global Development Reports to: Director of Development Executive Manager of Office of Global Development The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) is in search of a person to administer its newly formed Office of Global Development. Working with the Director and senior WEA staff, this person will provide administrative oversight and support for the fundraising of the global affairs of the WEA. The office is located in Deerfield Illinois. This position offers a person with unusual vision and skill, an opportunity of building and managing the global office dedicated to the empowering of this world-wide community in its mission and calling. First a word about WEA and Its Mission The World Evangelical Alliance is a global network of some 130 National Alliances, seven Regional Alliances, and a dozen Task Forces and Commissions. National Alliances, raised up and led by indigenous leaders in their respective countries, serve the body of Christ by uniting Evangelicals in common purpose, and addressing needs related to their national issues. When a government inflames religious nationalism, the Alliance becomes a representing voice before governments and courts. In the face of an oppressive religious majority, it initiates an international response. In times of competitive action among churches, it nurtures unity in prayer and common witness. In times of crisis, it serves as facilitator of volunteers and funds. In concern for the spiritual well-being of its civic society, an Alliance will lead in concerted prayer and public engagement towards national renewal.   Executive Manager Responsibilities and Opportunities The Executive Manager (EM) will give leadership in creating and administering the Office of Development. Further they will assist in creating an annual fundraising plan, administering fundraising projects, creating and managing donor lists, researching and reporting on potential donation sources, assisting the Director and senior staff in donor appointments, managing donor and prospect follow-up, overseeing social media, mail lists, event logistics, and appointments related to fundraising. The DM will coordinate their work with WEA’s communications and membership initiatives to insure a consistent WEA message throughout all of WEA’s public initiatives.   More specifically: Planning: Working with the Director, the Secretary General, its office and project leaders, the EM will assist in compiling an annual fundraising plan: these will include fundraising values and policies and strategies for foundations, major donors, events, social media, membership, direct mail and monthly giving. Facilitating: The EM will work out of the Deerfield, IL office facilitating project meetings, goal tracking, the input of donor records and results and general communication of fundraising strategies and projects.  Materials: The EM will work with the Director of Development in helping to oversee the creation of effective fundraising support materials, including case for support documents, grant requests and digital, printed, video materials to tell the WEA stories and express the WEA needs. Research and Reporting: The EM will initiate research on projects, identifying potential prospects for giving to WEA as well as responding to specific research requests by WEA leaders. The EM will prepare regular reports on fundraising activities and results for the Director that can be also used for reporting to the WEA’s various boards, members and constituencies. Donor and Prospect Follow up: The EM will research and report on potential donor sources coordinate appointments, follow-up correspondence, and reporting schedules for and other WEA leaders with donors and foundations. The EM will assist the Director and other senior WEA staff in scheduling donor appointments The EM will contribute to WEA’s annual Year-end report by providing both quantifiable and qualitative results from the WEA’s fundraising initiatives. Foundations There are four aspects in working with foundations. They include Research and identify possible foundations for support Discover their priorities and connections to enable contact Overseeing appropriate contract writing of proposal Follow up in reporting  Communications: Accurately maintain and amend donor details, daily statistics and all data related to donations Respond to internal and external inquiries and provide information when necessary The EM will oversee social media technologies, mail lists, event logistics, and appointments related to fundraising so there is a consistent message throughout all WEA’s public initiatives  Qualifications: The EM will demonstrate alignment with WEA’s values and its statement of faith; exhibit strong Christian character especially related to the handling, discussion, and requests for money; have project-management experience and a track record of executive administration and support.  Key Performance Indicators include, Meeting fund raising annual goals An increased donor pool Records of donors and prospective donors up to date and accessible Reports to foundations on time and complete Donor appreciation in handling of our relationships  Salary and Benefits:  To be discussed.  Please send inquiries to: humanresources@worldea.org www.worldea.org  

Operation Mobilization is looking for someone to fill our Midwestern USA Regional Director role with our Global Generosity team.   We are looking for someone who wants to use their professional skills and has a desire to help OM with the vision of seeing vibrant communities of Jesus followers among the least reached. We are looking for someone who is a world-class fundraiser and is a self-starter with a high level of energy, self-confidence and a positive "can-do" attitude mixed with humility.  This person is an individual of unquestionable integrity whose professional and personal conduct reflects our values as a missions organization.  This person is someone who contributes to a diverse workforce and enables the team to "represent the world we serve", while also being able to handle security sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.  This person should also have giftings as an artist, strategist and optimist. ** We are looking for someone who lives in the Midwest Region of the US to apply for this position. This is a remote position, with travel required to our Atlanta-based office as well as occasional international travel. Critical Objectives: Establish a strategic and systematic focus on closing six-figure commitments from high net-worth individuals from your region. Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward qualified prospects and donors, managing a portfolio of approximately 150 qualified relationships in a defined territory. Conduct 150 +/- face-to-face visits annually with approximately 1/3 for qualification and cultivation, 1/3 for solicitation and 1/3 for stewardship and renewal. Meet or exceed multi-million-dollar annual revenue goals for Global Mission Fund, Capacity Building, Strategic Pillar priorities and strategic projects. Strategically engage the CEO, Board members and senior leaders in the development process. Duties: 1. Establish a strategic and systematic focus on closing commitments of $100,000 to 500,000 from high net-worth individuals. 2. Identify, cultivate, solicit, steward and retain qualified prospects and donors, managing a portfolio of approximately 150 qualified relationships in a defined territory, and applying a moves management approach to the portfolio. Document planned moves for all relationships in portfolio. 3. Conduct 150 +/- face-to-face visits annually with approximately 1/3 for qualification and cultivation, 1/3 for solicitation, and 1/3 for stewardship and renewal. 4. Annually solicit, negotiate and close six figure gifts and multi-year commitments, and meet multi-million-dollar annual revenue goals. 5. Routinely engage the CEO, board members, organization executives and current donors in peer-prospect identification, visits, and six figure closings. 6. Routinely network with Fortune 500 executives in major metropolitan areas, and interact with high-net worth individuals ($25M+ in net assets) for the purpose of cultivating personal relationships and developing personal giving. 7. Work collaboratively with colleagues to analyze portfolios, strategize upgrades, and cultivate individual gifts from our donor database. 8. Establish strong mutually-beneficial relationships with SMEs and colleagues who deliver programs. 9. Demonstrate a keen sense of curiosity for donors – seeking to “crack the code” of what compels each donor to give substantially by asking the right questions – and able to personally adapt as needed to meet the needs of donors. 10. Successfully align partner interests with our strategy and convincingly articulate the unique giving opportunity. 11. Guide the development of compelling proposals and oversee the development of creative presentations and reports (all are produced by professional writers on your behalf). 12. Close complex gifts such as campaign and endowment gifts and planned gifts. 13. Provide accurate and timely activity and pipeline reports and revenue forecasts using online tools provided by OM. 14. Effectively manage resources including travel and business expenses. 15. Works from home. Travels 75% of the time. Credentials/Requirements : 1. A committed Christian and in agreement with OM USA’s faith statements found on our website. 2. Passionate about OM’s mission to see vibrant communities of Jesus followers amongst the least reached, and its plan to reverse their trajectory through integrated missions including proclamation, wide sowing, and compassionate outreach. 3. BA/BS required - MBA and CFRE preferred 4. 5+ years of front-line experience in leadership gifts development in a large, nationwide setting, preferably as part of a nationally deployed team. 5. Demonstrated track record of successful fundraising in an environment of similar complexity. Experience in a multi-national federated organization with the ability to thrive. 6. Collaborating with others in a complex, matrix-structured, dynamic organizational environment. A track record of positioning affiliated entities as valued customers, and experience brokering between the needs of the affiliates and the interests of the donor. 7. $50 million + in total closed personally during her/his career. 8. Ability to engage CEO, senior managers and board members in donor visits, and to earn and maintain their confidence. 9. Successful experience closing complex six-figure commitments including planned gifts, campaign and endowment gifts. 10. Superior presentation skills, including the presence to deal effectively with diverse constituencies including principal donors, Board members, national staff and leadership in the field. 11. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write and speak clearly and effectively, and to listen, and an unusual capacity to engage, inspire and persuade. 12. The ability to ignite a passion and to create and communicate excitement about our mission. 13. Strong development-related technology skills including CRM use to plan moves and project future revenue. * Salary commensurate with experience. Do you have what we are looking for?   You will have an opportunity to allow God to use your talents and skill-set to be part of a bigger movement in having a Kingdom impact among the least reached. OM  is, at its heart, a movement of God, made up of people who are completely sold out to Jesus Christ and His commands.  Moved by the Holy Spirit, we cross boundaries, we push limits.  We want OM to remain a movement of God, utterly dependent upon Him.  We show our dependence through our commitment to His Word and by waiting upon Him in prayer.

Associate Director Global Development The World Evangelical Alliance 2019   Associate Director of Global Development The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) is in search of a person to initiate and oversee its International Office which assists National Alliances and WEA’s Task Forces and Commissions in development. This opportunity blends the global work of the WEA with donors whose interests match both vision and strategies. This position is currently open. WEA and Its Mission The World Evangelical Alliance is a global network of some 130 National Alliances, seven Regional Alliances, and a dozen Task Forces and Commissions. National Alliances, raised up and led by indigenous leaders in their respective countries, serve the body of Christ by uniting Evangelicals in common purpose, and addressing needs related to their national issues. When a government inflames religious nationalism, the Alliance becomes a representing voice before governments and courts. In the face of an oppressive religious majority, it initiates an international response. In times of competitive action among churches, it nurtures unity in prayer and common witness. In times of crisis, it serves as facilitator of volunteers and funds. In concern for the spiritual well-being of its civic society, an Alliance will lead in concerted prayer and public engagement towards national renewal.  Because a National Alliance’s vision is shaped and driven by the gifting, passion and ability of its leaders, WEA’s focus is to help facilitate them to lead their country in Christ-honoring and transforming ways.  This historic community of Evangelicals, formed in 1846, in refreshing its vision and recalibrating its organization, is on the edge of ministry and service such as it has never known.  Key to its renewed vision and contending strategies is the building of a community of support that will fund the central global office and underwrite its advocacy of Christians trapped in places of restriction and persecution. In addition, it supports the Global Institute of Leadership, enables WEA’s central communication platform of connectivity and information, assists its Task Forces and Commissions and empowers leadership in the sustainable funding of Regional and National Evangelical Alliances. Qualifications, opportunities and Responsibilities This person will have uncommon skills in recruiting donor support both to help countries build a national supporting base for their core ministry and in identifying and mobilizing donor support for international projects and initiatives.   They will be a self-starter, comfortable on the world stage. The person will know well the field of fundraising and have had extensive experience in cross-cultural and international fundraising. They will have been personally successful in fundraising. They will be passionate about helping others. They will be committed to fundraising as a calling and vocation. They will understand the biblical call to generosity. They will be skilled in involving others in the task and effective at communicating the mission and vision to donors and prospective donors. Purpose of the Position The Associate Director of Global Development (AD) will oversee two initiatives. It needs to be clear that in the carrying out of these primary tasks, the AD will be responsible to be front-line in fundraising to enable these two facets of global development. enable National Alliances in building indigenous support. They will work with and help train national leaders in constructing plans and initiatives to raise funds for their core operational budgets. set up and manage an International coordinating desk to assist Regional and National Alliances, task forces, commissions shape proposals and locate funding sources, to assist in fulfilling the mandate of the WEA. The person we look for is passionate about the witness of Christ in the world, experienced and skilled in fundraising and in developing and managing fundraising programs and ministries, wanting to work in a collegial mission and desirous of serving in a global community.   Relationships Reports to: The Director of Global Development on vision and mission, outcomes, strategy, finances and administrative matters. As part of the senior leadership, the Associate Director of Development will have access to WEA’s leadership to facilitate donor interest and support, all the while recognizing the importance of team work and of being a vital link in its messaging and communications. Overall Responsibilities To be skilled in training and motivating leadership in building indigenous support To fundraise for grants to enable National Alliances in indigenous funding To align donor interests with Regional and National Alliance projects To align donor interests with initiatives of WEA’s Task Forces and Commissions To understand and communicate ministries of the WEA To assist in the design of fundraising strategies for Regional and National Alliances, WEA’s Commissions and Task Forces To build connections with the donor community To understand that this assignment envisions the leaving of a legacy in which this ministry continues with strength and vitality, built on a healthy and funding community who in faith and global vision, care for its financial wellbeing These responsibilities will include: Raising funds to enable national funding of Alliances Mobilizing and training National Alliances in raising indigenous support Working with foundations and donors to invest in projects and initiatives matching interest with need and opportunity Recruiting new donors Engaging donors in visiting development projects   Qualifications Spiritual: A committed follower of Jesus Christ, acquainted with the Evangelical community and can affirm the WEA’s Statement of Faith Relationships: Able to work well with a cross-cultural team Fundraising Experience: Minimum of 10 years fundraising experience and significant experience in executive leadership and international development International Experience: Considerable international involvement in ministry and development Education: it is preferred the person have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, with knowledge and proven experience in fundraising management Technical: Familiar with software and computers   Location The global office of WEA is located near Chicago Illinois. Residence of the Associate Director of Global Development is not critical, but their access to donor communities is required.   Compensation Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and proven ability. A designated gift is underwriting the first few years of this position.  Please send inquiries to humanresources@worldea.org www.worldea.org  

Director of Global Development The World Evangelical Alliance 2019   Director of Global Development The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) is in search of a person to oversee the Office of Global Development. This opportunity blends the work of Regional and National Alliances, WEA’s Task Forces and Commissions along with WEA’s global office with donors whose interests match its vision and strategies. This position is currently open. WEA and Its Mission The World Evangelical Alliance is a global network of some 130 National Alliances, seven Regional Alliances, and a dozen Task Forces and Commissions. National Alliances, raised up and led by indigenous leaders in their respective countries, serve the body of Christ by uniting Evangelicals in common purpose, and addressing needs related to their national issues. When a government inflames religious nationalism, the Alliance becomes a representing voice before governments and courts. In the face of an oppressive religious majority, it initiates an international response. In times of competitive action among churches, it nurtures unity in prayer and common witness. In times of crisis, it serves as facilitator of volunteers and funds. In concern for the spiritual well-being of its civic society, an Alliance will lead in concerted prayer and public engagement towards national renewal. Because a National Alliance’s vision is shaped and driven by the gifting, passion and ability of its leaders, WEA’s focus is to help facilitate them to lead their country in Christ-honoring and transforming ways. This historic community of Evangelicals, formed in 1846, in refreshing its vision and recalibrating its organization, is on the edge of ministry and service such as it has never known. Key to its renewed vision and contending strategies is the building of a community of support that will underwrite the advocacy of Christians trapped in places of restriction and persecution, support the Global Institute of Leadership, enables WEA’s central communication platform of connectivity and information, assists its Task Forces and Commissions and empowering leadership in the sustainable funding of Regional and National Evangelical Alliances. Qualifications, opportunities and Responsibilities This person will have uncommon skills in leading a world Christian community in development and will have had experience in building and overseeing fundraising offices and programs. They will be a self-starter, comfortable on the world stage. The person will know well the field of fundraising and have had extensive experience in cross-cultural and international fundraising. They will have been personally successful in fundraising. They will be passionate about helping others. They will be committed to fundraising as a calling and vocation. They will be skilled in involving others in the task and effective at communicating the mission and vision to donors and prospective donors. They will also be able to provide administrative oversight of the fundraising department.   Purpose of the Position The purpose of this new role in WEA is to launch and manage a professional department of development designed to serve and support the mission of the WEA. There are three aspects to this assignment: assist National Alliances in building indigenous support for their core operations setting up and overseeing an International Office, matching donor interests with projects of Regional and National Alliances, WEA’s Task Forces and Commissions. plan and implement strategies to serve North American development   The person we look for is passionate about the witness of Christ in the world, skilled and experienced in developing and managing fundraising programs and ministries, wanting to work in a collegial mission and desirous of serving in a global community.   Relationships Reports to: The Office of the Secretary General on vision and mission, outcomes, strategy, finances and administrative matters. As part of the senior leadership, the Director of Development will have access to WEA’s leadership to facilitate donor interest and support, all the while recognizing the importance of team work and of being a vital link in its messaging and communications.   Overall Responsibilities To be the primary fundraiser for the global office of WEA To help National Alliances build donor support in their respective countries To be relational in building with major donors and in cultivating new donors To understand and communicate ministries of the WEA To design and drive fundraising strategies To build connections with the donor community To build a support base in regions where WEA has presence To design and manage a development department To understand that this assignment is about creating funding so that these ministries continue with strength and vitality, built on a healthy and funding community who in faith and global vision, care for its financial wellbeing These responsibilities will include: Identifying critical shareholders, helping them to understand the nature, role and vision of WEA, all the while building a caring community of donors who choose to become part of this global Christian voice Working with foundations, overseeing applications and presentations and the followup of reporting Recruiting new donors Finalizing with donors, the invitation to partner Creating donor visits and overseeing events with donors Pastoring donors Engaging volunteers for special development projects   Qualifications Spiritual: A committed follower of Jesus Christ, acquainted with the Evangelical community and can affirm the WEA’s Statement of Faith Relationships: Able to work well with a cross-cultural team Experience: Minimum of 10 years fundraising experience and significant experience in executive leadership Education: it is preferred the person have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, with knowledge and proven experience in fundraising management Technical: Familiar with software and computers   Location The global office of WEA is located near Chicago Illinois. Residence of the Director of Global Development is not critical, but their access to the North American community is required.   Compensation Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and proven ability. A designated gift is underwriting the first few years of this position.   Please send inquiries to humanresources@worldea.org www.worldea.org  

Just as the apostle Paul communicated with early Christian supporters, JAARS needs people to help communicate with our financial partners.  Are you a great communicator? On the phone, in writing, and in person? Do you view raising funds as an opportunity for others to participate in God's work? And are you able to communicate your passion for the foundational mission of Bible translation? If you answered YES, let’s explore the position of Partner Relations Representative. For full-time or part-time volunteer or staff person who raises support Able to work in the US Description The people in this role build relationships with partners who invest in the mission of JAARS and—through JAARS—in Bible translation work around the world. You will communicate our appreciation to JAARS donors, help them understand the impact of their commitment, and offer them new opportunities to financially support JAARS and our global partners in mission.   Responsibilities Build relationships with JAARS financial partners over the phone, in writing or through email, and through personal visits with donors in your assigned territory Understand and be able to communicate with ease JAARS’ history and mission, our current mission support strategies and initiatives, stories and statistics that demonstrate the impact of Bible translation and the work of JAARS to support it, and current funding needs across the breadth of JAARS solution platforms. Maintain individual biographical and other financial partner information in JAARS’ systems for recordkeeping and relationship building. Be comfortable, through preparation and training, to discuss and present funding needs with current, lapsed and prospective financial partners. Requirements and Experience Required Demonstrable Christian faith and lifestyle Experience with and understanding of core mission-driven audiences – Christian individuals and organizations seeking to live out obedience to Christ’s work and calling on earth Bachelor's degree or related experience that is applicable to the areas of fundraising, development, or direct sales Strong communications skills: speaking, writing and presentation Strong interpersonal relationship skills … enjoy serving and working with people. Goal/outcome-orientation … a bias for action and a drive for closure Should be self-motivated, able to work independently and/or remotely, with a high degree of accuracy. Proficiency with MS Office applications and/or Open Office. Willingness to travel 15-25% of the time Preferred Experience working in or for faith-based or nonprofit organizations Previous multicultural experience. JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values   Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation

Do you have a flair for expressing the strength and impact of your vision in words? Do you want to impact lives for eternity using your skills? Use that ability to write grants expressing the significance of JAARS ministry through your articulate writing. Support the Partnership Ministries Director by writing grant proposals, proofing, and researching. You will help make Bible translation and language development possible, in the most remote and difficult places on earth! Brief Description Research, write, apply for and maintain records of grant proposals. This is a 0.5 FTE (20 hrs.) position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US Responsibilities Generate proposals and grant applications with supporting documents Follow foundation's guidelines for each proposal Write creative solutions by translating concepts and information into images Keep calendar updated with deadline dates Maintain records to research and track proposals Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Education and Experience Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite Willing to learn the donor database system Excellent organizational, editorial and writing skills Attention to detail Three or more years of administrative experience Journalistic experience is preferred JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners.  We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.   JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.   JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.   JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation