Director of Transformative Giving & Donor Engagement

The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A religious organization is seeking a Director of Transformative Giving in St. Louis, MO, responsible for developing donor relationships and managing fundraising strategies. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree, preferably a master's, and have significant experience in nonprofit management and team leadership. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to foster relationships within the church community. The position offers a unique opportunity to impact the organization’s mission and enhance charitable giving.

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing in an LCMS congregation.
• Minimum of six years’ experience in a non‑profit environment.
• Three years of manager‑level experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategies for donor relationships.
• Serve on the MADV management team to plan fundraising efforts.
• Develop and manage the budget for the Transformative Giving subunit.

Skills

Goal setting

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Fundraising knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Certification in fundraising best practices (e.g., CFRE) (preferred)

Job description

A religious organization is seeking a Director of Transformative Giving in St. Louis, MO, responsible for developing donor relationships and managing fundraising strategies. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree, preferably a master's, and have significant experience in nonprofit management and team leadership. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to foster relationships within the church community. The position offers a unique opportunity to impact the organization’s mission and enhance charitable giving.