The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association is well known for the powerful evangelism and outreach ministry of our founder, Billy Graham. His mission is our mission: “Proclaiming the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to all we can by every effective means available to us, and equipping others to do the same.”
The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association of Canada has an exciting opportunity for a highly relational Donor Relations Representative. As a member of the development team, the Donor Relations Representative reports to the Donor Ministry Director and will be responsible for meeting financial goals in order to facilitate ministry objectives. The Donor Relations Representative will join their team members in raising awareness of our ministry work and how people can participate in the mission.
As an integral member of the Donor Ministry department, this role will help The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association of Canada carry out its mission and objectives through participation in daily prayer ministry. The successful candidate will fulfill a full-time contract position in the Calgary head office, with a hybrid work-from-home arrangement available. Telecommuting work arrangements can be made for remote applicants. This position includes benefits of life insurance, medical/dental and short-term/long-term disability, RRSP contributions (after 1 year of employment), and 15 days of vacation per year to start.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Provide oversight and management of the assigned segment of organizational ministry partners while cultivating and developing new donor relationships with individuals, corporations and foundations
- Acquire and maintain organizational knowledge in order to comprehensively represent programming and inspire current and prospective partners with ongoing ministry updates and appropriate appreciation
- Advance partner relationships through personalized engagement plans that honour each individual donor through significant telephone interaction with our ministry partners
- Minister to partners through connecting on a spiritual level, praying with and for them, sharing the Gospel and encouraging them in their walk with the Lord
- Work closely with Regional Managers and other department members to jointly care for or seamlessly transfer partner relationships as necessary
- Actively manage database information for all partners, documenting all contacts and reporting on activities and results
- Travel occasionally to assist with regional partner events and strategic one-on-one meetings with partners
Qualifications:
- Qualified applicants should be committed to Christian values and precepts and be in agreement with The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association of Canada’s Statement of Faith
- Post-secondary degree/diploma in a relevant field is preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proven self-starter with successful track record of developing relationships with high-capacity individuals
- Proven ability to manage projects and work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment
- Highly motivated, personable and results-orientated professional
- Excellent telephone manner with strong social intelligence skills to engage donors of different demographics
- Excellent attention to detail and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Exceptional listening, negotiating, problem-solving, planning, priority-setting, and organizational skills
- Experience with fund development databases (e.g. Donor Studio) an asset
- Knowledge of Planned Giving and Estate Planning an asset
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically as required
Contact Information:
To respond to this opportunity, please forward your resume together with a cover letter detailing your passion for Christian ministry employment to:
Attention: Human Resources
20 Hopewell Way NE, Calgary, AB T3J 5H5
Email: employment@bgea.ca
Application Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is selected.