Assistant Director of Development

InterVarsity Press; Maryland; On-site; USD 44,016 - 58,680; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Professional development assistance

Health care and retirement savings

Job summary

InterVarsity Press in Maryland is seeking an Assistant Director of Development to lead sustainable Ministry Partnership Development. This part-time role includes operational leadership for the Access Pathway Fellows Network and support for fundraising initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have experience in nonprofit leadership and strong interpersonal skills. This position will focus on coaching, regional initiatives, and developing strategic partnerships. A commitment to InterVarsity's mission is essential.

Qualifications

• Growing relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to InterVarsity's mission.
• Experience in fundraising, coaching, or nonprofit leadership preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support administration and implementation of the APF Network Capacity Building Program.
• Assist in planning and executing regional MPD trainings and fundraising events.
• Collaborate with the Director of Development to implement strategic priorities.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Coaching skills

Nonprofit leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

## Assistant Director of DevelopmentApplylocations: Marylandtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0001999Assistant Director of DevelopmentWork Location:MarylandJob Type:Part timeThe Assistant Director of Development serves as a strategic partner to the Director of Development in advancing sustainable Ministry Partnership Development (MPD) across the Mid-Atlantic Region. This position provides operational, coaching, and programmatic leadership for the Access Pathway Fellows (APF) Network Capacity Building Program while supporting regional fundraising initiatives, donor engagement events, and staff development efforts.## **PURPOSE OF THE ROLE** The Assistant Director of Development advances the mission of InterVarsity by helping under-networked staff develop sustainable support-raising capacity, cultivating strategic partnerships, and strengthening the infrastructure necessary for long-term ministry growth. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Access Pathway Fellows Program Leadership (50%)* Assist in the administration and implementation of the APF Network Capacity Building Program.* Support participant onboarding, orientation, and integration into InterVarsity’s Fully Resourced Program.* Track participant progress toward individualized fundraising and development benchmarks.* Provide one-on-one coaching to APF participants as assigned.* Support development of fundraising strategies, donor communication plans, and network expansion goals.* Participate in monthly and quarterly program assessments.## 2. Regional MPD Initiatives and Events (30%)* Assist in planning and executing regional MPD trainings, workshops, retreats, and fundraising events.* Coordinate logistics, communications, registrations, and follow-up for development-related events.* Support donor engagement opportunities and stewardship efforts.* Assist with presentations, reports, proposals, and fundraising materials.## ## 3. Strategic Development Support (20%)* Support Metro DC and Southern Maryland MPD efforts and confernces* Support regional development initiatives and special projects.* Collaborate with the Director of Development to implement strategic priorities.## QUALIFICATIONS* Growing relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to InterVarsity’s mission.* Experience in fundraising, coaching, nonprofit leadership, or related fields preferred.* Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.* Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.* Experience facilitating training, coaching, or leadership development preferred# Frame of ReferenceAll ministers subscribe annually to the Purpose Statement of InterVarsity:*In response to God’s love, grace and truth:*The purpose of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA isto establish and advance at colleges and universitieswitnessing communities of students and facultywho follow Jesus as Savior and Lord:growing in love for God,God’s Word,God’s people of every ethnicity and cultureand God’s purposes in the world.This purpose is admittedly more limited than the Great Commission. As a mission extension of the local church, we have adopted boundaries on our activities based on our call to serve a defined group of God’s people. Within the context of InterVarsity’s purpose, all of the relationships and tasks that ministers engage in as part of their work for InterVarsity have both eternal and temporal components.*Values:* InterVarsity is committed to developing men and women from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and generations, whom God calls to work with us for both shorter and longer periods of service, as we pursue the call of God in the university world.*Maturing Disciple of Jesus Christ:*Every InterVarsity minister is to be a maturing disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ, growing in obedience to the Scriptures. The marks of a long-term love relationship with Christ in the fullness of His Spirit are described in Galatians 5:22: “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” In the workplace, this fruit is revealed in healthy working relationships which encourage all ministers to accomplish their work and enhance their focus on the spiritual aspects of their work.*Team Work*:Each minister is a vital member of Christ’s body. This means that we will work with one another in ways that honor and encourage all to grow in Christ while accomplishing His work. Our community requires that each individual serve as a team member in a collegial and open environment based on values, relationships, and vision as well as structure and position.InterVarsity employees and volunteers, commit to serve God and all InterVarsity colleagues, students, and partners, with sensitivity to both the eternal and temporal dimensions of our work. “Whatever your task, work heartily, as serving the Lord.” (Colossians 3:23a)Pay Range: $44,016.00 - $58,680.00 per yearPay: This position is funded through personal fundraising. Accordingly, compensation will vary based on the ability of the individual to secure a donor team to fund the cost of his/her salary. The anticipated salary range for this position on a full-time basis (40 hours/week) is dependent on a variety of factors, including location and cost of living. The actual salary received, including any geographic adjustment to account for location and cost of living, is subject to the individual’s ability to raise funds necessary to cover the full amount of such salary within the range set forth in the job posting details.**Benefits:**We offer a competitive benefits package, including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following:* 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan* 403(b) matching contributions* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discounts* Flexible work schedule* Flexible spending accounts* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Professional development assistance* Vision insurance**Equal Employment Opportunity:**InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e 1(a)) InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis because InterVarsity believes that each and every staff plays a vital role in advancing InterVarsity’s mission and purposes.