Global Donor Engagement & Development Director

ABWE International; New Cumberland (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ABWE International seeks a Director of Development and Donor Engagement to lead a growing advancement team and deepen donor relationships. You will craft strategies that multiply resources for gospel impact, partner with finance and legal on legacy giving, and represent ABWE at major donor events.

You will build a culture of generosity, connecting churches and individuals to ABWE’s mission, while using data to refine approaches and demonstrate measurable impact.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build relationships, influence decision-makers, and communicate vision with authenticity and passion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a high-performing advancement team, including legacy giving, donor development, and partnership engagement functions.
• Design and implement strategies that cultivate major donors, churches, and partner organizations.
• Develop and manage comprehensive legacy and planned giving initiatives in partnership with Finance and Legal.
• Create campaigns that inspire generosity and partnership across the ABWE network.
• Represent ABWE at conferences, donor events, and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate across teams to align messaging, storytelling, and impact reporting.
• Oversee donor portfolios with personalized engagement and long-term stewardship.
• Use data-driven insight to refine advancement strategies and improve processes.
• Host and coordinate events that connect donors and leaders to frontline ministry.

Skills

Leadership

Donor engagement

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Messaging and storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ABWE International seeks a Director of Development and Donor Engagement to lead a growing advancement team and deepen donor relationships. You will craft strategies that multiply resources for gospel impact, partner with finance and legal on legacy giving, and represent ABWE at major donor events.

You will build a culture of generosity, connecting churches and individuals to ABWE’s mission, while using data to refine approaches and demonstrate measurable impact.