Advancement and Donor Management Associate

Denver Seminary; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Seminary is seeking an Advancement and Donor Engagement Associate to support the Director of Advancement in qualification of prospects, donor relationships, and gift acquisition. The role focuses on entry-level engagement with donors, alumni, churches, and friends, expanding the donor pipeline under supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting with annual and mid-major gifts, moves-management in the CRM, and communicating the President’s vision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Two years of experience in advancement or sales is preferred; equivalent experience in business development, ministry development, alumni relations, nonprofit outreach, or relationship management will also be considered.
• Excellent oral and writing proficiency.
• Previous CRM, moves-management, and budget experience is preferred; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Supports annual and mid-major gift activities to meet income and campaign goals.
• Cultivates relationships with donors and potential donors to solicit and acquire contributions.
• Manages a modest portfolio of mid-major and annual fund donors under guidance, moves-management tracking in CRM.
• Identifies and researches new donor prospects with Advancement Data Specialist to expand the pipeline.
• Communicates the President’s vision through writing, public speaking, and interpersonal communication.

Skills

Excellent oral and writing proficiency

CRM experience

Moves-management

Budget experience

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Two years of experience in advancement or sales preferred

Job description

Job Title: Advancement and Donor Engagement Associate

Reports To: Director of Advancement

Location: Flexible

Pay: $25.49 – $32.99

About Denver Seminary

Denver Seminary is a multidenominational graduate school committed to preparing men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the gospel and the life-changing truth of Scripture. Through rigorous educational programs and a mentoring-focused community, the Seminary challenges students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally, equipping them to lead God’s people in accomplishing His mission in the world.

General Statement of Job Function

The Advancement and Donor Engagement Associate works alongside and in support of the Director of Advancement, helping the Seminary work toward its fund-raising goals by assisting with prospect qualification, relationship-building, and gift acquisition from donors, alumni, churches, and friends of the Seminary. This entry-level role supports point-of-entry activities that help strengthen relationships with donors and expand the prospect pool for the Seminary, working under the direction of Advancement leadership.

Essential Functions

• Supports Denver Seminary’s financial support base by assisting with annual and mid-major gift activities, helping the Seminary work toward its annual gift income and campaign goals.
• Helps cultivate relationships through regular contact with Seminary donors and potential donors, in support of the Advancement team’s efforts to solicit and acquire financial contributions.
• Supports a modest, assigned portfolio of mid-major, annual fund, and prospective donors under the guidance of the Director of Advancement, assisting with cultivation and solicitation activities designed to grow their giving over time. Assists with moves-management tracking in the CRM tool as directed.
• Assists in identifying and researching new donor prospects to help expand the Seminary’s pipeline of mid-major and future major gift supporters, working alongside the Advancement Data Specialist.
• Helps communicate the President’s vision for the Seminary through writing, public speaking, and interpersonal communication, in coordination with Advancement leadership. Grows in fundraising and sales knowledge and practice through ongoing training and mentorship.

Secondary Functions

• Assists in coordinating staff and volunteers and attending to details for point-of-entry events such as luncheons, campus tours, Giving Day, and other special campaigns.
• Coordinate with Advancement Operations Manager for Marketing and Communications needs for Advancement Projects in collaboration with VP of Advancement as appropriate.
• Supports the team’s efforts to develop and implement strategies for increasing annual giving, with a focus on moving donors through a pipeline of increased yearly gifts, new donor gifts, and lapsed donor recruitment.
• Assists with specific development programs and activities as assigned by the Director of Advancement.

Education/Training

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Two years of experience in advancement or sales is preferred; equivalent experience in business development, ministry development, alumni relations, nonprofit outreach, or relationship management will also be considered.
• Excellent oral and writing proficiency.
• Previous CRM, moves-management, and budget experience is preferred; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Committed personal relationship with Jesus Christ required and a lifestyle consistent with the Seminary’s Community Values and Behavioral Commitments.
• Agrees with Denver Seminary’s statement of faith.
• Genuine interest in fundraising, sales, business development, ministry development, alumni relations, nonprofit outreach, or relationship management.
• Welcomes candidates with transferable experience—such as sales, customer relations, ministry, or nonprofit work—who are interested in building a career in advancement.
• Demonstrates the ability to work toward measurable goals. Eager to learn, grow, and contribute as part of a collaborative team.
• Approaches and handles all work with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Self-motivated and works to find solutions.
• Comfortable communicating with internal and external constituents.
• Capable of completing multiple projects simultaneously to meet required deadlines.
• Organized, energetic, flexible, detail-oriented, and technologically proficient.
• Relational team player, comfortable working with teammates and volunteers.
• Builds trust and works collaboratively across all levels of the institution. Servant’s heart, customer focused, quick to absorb information and learn.

Denver Seminary prepares men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the Gospel and the life-changing truth of Scripture. Through our educational programs and mentoring process, the Seminary challenges students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally to lead God’s people in the accomplishment of His mission in the world. The position of Advancement and Donor Engagement Associate supports this mission through the following outcomes:

Outcomes

• As part of the Advancement team, contributes to meeting financial giving goals for Seminary operations.
• Supports the enhancement of the reputation and credibility of the institution by helping build positive relationships, assisting with Advancement services, and demonstrating strong writing with Seminary constituents and new prospects.
• Supports point-of-entry events and development programs, helping ensure they are well organized and executed.
• Models a continuous learning attitude which includes personal, professional, and spiritual growth to edify others.

Typical Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Normal office environment with regular computer use, including occasional standing, walking, stair climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and lifting/moving up to 25 lbs. This donor-facing role generally involves occasional local travel and occasional evening or weekend availability (roughly once or twice per month) to support cultivation visits and point-of-entry events, alongside the broader Advancement team.

Denver Seminary is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence in all areas of ministry and operations. As a faith-based institution, Denver Seminary exercises its legal rights to prefer candidates who affirm and support our Statement of Faith and Community Values, consistent with applicable religious exemptions under federal law.

Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants who require accommodation during the application process should contact Human Resources.

Note: Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and successful completion of a background check.