Major Gift Officer - Regional Director

Major Gift Officer - Regional Director for Southeastern U.S. (multi-state territory) 

ExploreGod (formerly known as Global Media Outreach) is a nonprofit ministry that leverages technology to invite all people to know Jesus Christ as Savior and grow in a personal relationship with Him. To witness our vision in action, visit
exploregod.com.

We are actively seeking a dedicated, full-time Major Gift Officer to serve as Regional Director for the Southeastern U.S. While this position is remote, the candidate must reside within the assigned territory to facilitate convenient travel and in-person meetings with ExploreGod Giving Partners.

This role focuses on both maintaining and growing giving partnerships. As a general guideline, approximately 60% of the role will focus on maintaining and deepening relationships with current Giving Partners, while 40% will focus on developing new relationships, identifying potential Giving Partners, and building a pipeline of future giving opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Regional Director and Major Gift Officer, you will play a pivotal role in nurturing relationships, developing new giving partnerships, and securing major gifts to support our mission. Your responsibilities will include:

• Spiritual Care and Connection: Demonstrate a strong commitment to serving our Giving Partners through dedicated prayer for them and their families, as well as active engagement in daily staff prayer calls.
• Portfolio Management: Manage a defined caseload of approximately 100–150 qualified major Giving Partners, generally with an established annual giving threshold of $10,000 or more.
• Donor Cultivation and Stewardship: Develop and execute individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans tailored to Giving Partners’ interests, passions, and opportunities that align with the ministry’s vision. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships grounded in trust and appreciation.
• Major Gift Acquisition: Establish and pursue annual fundraising and major gift acquisition goals by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts to advance ExploreGod’s initiatives.
• Pipeline Development: Identify, develop, and qualify new major gift prospects through targeted community networking, relationship building, and engagement with high-net-worth individuals, business leaders, and community networkers.
• Vision Communication: Effectively communicate ExploreGod’s mission, vision, and ministry opportunities to inspire and motivate current and prospective Giving Partners to support the ministry.
• Accountability and Salesforce Management: Track and report on donor retention, portfolio growth, meaningful donor interactions, fundraising progress, and other key performance indicators. Maintain accurate and timely Salesforce records of donor activity, cultivation plans, solicitations, next steps, and revenue forecasts, independently managing the administrative work required to support effective portfolio management.

EXPERTISE

• Fundraising Territory: Contribute to the team's success in securing donations and investments for the ministry by managing a designated geographic territory.
• Planned Giving Awareness: Maintain familiarity with planned giving tools and strategies to support long-term ministry sustainability.
• New Audience Engagement: Assist in identifying and engaging with new target audiences.
• Sales Concepts and Moves Management: Understand relational, moves-management fundraising strategies. Familiarity with Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) is a plus.
• Networking Enthusiasm: Demonstrate a personal passion for networking and relationship building.
• Resource Management Forecasting: Contribute to accurate revenue forecasting and effective resource allocation through thoughtful planning and timely documentation.

KEY COMPETENCIES 

• Relationship Building: Build and maintain deep, meaningful, and transparent relationships with Giving Partners.
• Effective Communication: Clearly and persuasively communicate the organization’s mission, vision, and ministry opportunities.
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrate interpersonal skills that align with Christian values and ethics, including active listening, attention to nonverbal cues, tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Denominational Sensitivity: Show respect for individuals of all Christian denominations.
• Team Player: Be a supportive and collaborative member of the Development Team.
• Communication Proficiency: Exhibit strong oral and written communication skills.
• Effective Collaborator: Collaborate effectively with team members, ministry stakeholders, and giving partners.
• Organization and Follow-Through: Manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, follow through on commitments, and consistently complete the administrative responsibilities necessary for effective relationship management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Loves Jesus and expanding His Kingdom
• Proven success in major gift fundraising and relationship management.
• Knowledge of planned giving tools and strategies is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a remote team.
• Passion for ExploreGod's mission and values.
• Ability to travel frequently—at least six days per month—throughout the Southeastern U.S. and attend ministry staff advance gatherings as needed.
• Bi-Lingual in English/Spanish is a plus, but not required.

Additional Requirements

• This position is fully remote.
• Only U.S.-based applicants will be considered.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Alignment with our Statement of Faith is required.

To Apply
If you are passionate about supporting users, improving digital experiences, and contributing to a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply.  Please submit your resume and a cover letter here: ADD LINK. Your cover letter should detail your interest in joining ExploreGod and highlight your experience and skills.

Join us in our mission to make a significant global impact through innovative digital means, spreading the gospel and connecting people with the message of Jesus Christ!