Mid-Level Funding Representative

The Navigators; Colorado Springs (CO); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to advancing the Gospel and nurturing relationships with donors. As a Mid-Level Funding Representative, you'll play a vital role in building connections and implementing strategies that drive funding support. This part-time position offers the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of donors, fostering relationships that lead to increased giving and impactful contributions. If you're organized, goal-oriented, and passionate about making a difference, this role is perfect for you. Be part of a mission-driven team that values inclusivity and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Belief in the Statement of Faith and Mission of The Navigators.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships and implement strategies for donor support.
• Make personalized donor cultivation contacts to increase giving.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Listening Skills

Self-Motivation

Teachable Spirit

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Word

Microsoft Office Excel

Job description

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Mid-Level Funding Representative

Apply locations Colorado Springs time type Part time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R0000403

Part-time: 20 hours/week

Remote Opportunity

The Mid-Level I Funding Representative shall serve The Navigators and fulfill the responsibilities listed below in the spirit of The Navigators calling, values and purpose: To advance the Gospel of Jesus and His kingdom into the nations through spiritual generations of laborers living and discipling among the lost.

This position exists to develop relationships and to create and implement strategies that result in significant funding support from new and existing donors. The Mid-Level I Representative is responsible to make regular, personalized donor cultivation and stewardship contacts leading to increased giving and achieving annual individual fundraising goals and donor connection metrics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Donor Cultivation and Service 90%

1. Represent the Navigators to donors, family foundations and organizations.
2. Maintain strong relationships with the representatives’ portfolio with a significant emphasis on proactive personal communication, stewardship, and cultivation (phone calls, voice messages, e-mail, text messaging, correspondence, and handwritten mail) based on each donor’s preferences.
3. Retain and lift donor giving through (but not limited to) personal solicitation, acknowledgement, cultivation, stewardship, relationship building, ongoing communication, and protection of donor’s data, etc.
4. Perform individual donor research online and via CRM tools to learn more about individual donors.
5. Ask pertinent questions during conversations with donors that help qualify, gain insight, determine passions through strong listening skills.
6. Coordinate with the Ministry Advancement team on an ongoing basis for portfolio donor moves with our major gift officers to promote a higher touch and additional giving.
7. Maintain an accurate record of donor communication, gained donor information and insight in our CRM tools.
8. Maintain an in-depth understanding and knowledge of the ministry’s core missions and offerings.
9. Participate in departmental meetings, strategic planning, and fundraising discussions with the mid-level team.

Additional Responsibilities 10%

1. Achieve personal results for the Mid-Level team for annual revenue, donor retention, gift planning referral and identifying and qualifying Major Gift donors for transition to the Major Gift department.
2. Attend Mid-Level, Ministry Advancement and Development scheduled meetings in person at HQ or through Zoom or Microsoft Team calls.
3. Submit hours worked in the organizational Time Tracking system in Workday, due Monday at 9 am for the previous work week.
4. Participate in development events such as Navigator on-site events, Cultural Development and Diversity trainings, Nav2Nav meetings or other non-Navigator developmental events as appropriate.
5. Read spiritually and culturally developmental books and literature.
6. Participate in the annual, organizational Plan and Progress Review (PPR) process.
7. Submit expense report as needed due the 15th of each month.
8. Additional job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1. Belief in and adherence to the Statement of Faith and Mission of The Navigators.
2. High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4. Disciplined, organized and goal-oriented.
5. Ability to work well independently.
6. Have a servant’s heart internally and externally.
7. Ability to manage time well.
8. Exhibit a teachable spirit.
9. Exhibit a high level of energy, self-motivation, and enthusiasm.
10. Awareness of own strengths and shortcomings.
11. Bright, positive, and friendly, conveying warmth and a genuine interest in people.
12. Prior ministry experience a plus.
13. Experience with Microsoft Office Word and Excel required.
14. Previous marketing and/or sales experience preferred.

Compensation Range: $18.32-25.82/hour

The Navigators is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Navigators does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

About Us

At The Navigators, our passion is, “To know Christ, make Him known, and help others do the same.” Since 1933, we’ve developed disciples by sharing the gospel, studying the Bible, and praying together— face-to-face and person-by-person, in an approach we call “Life-to-Life discipleship.” By meeting people where they are on their personal faith journey, Life-to-Life discipleship builds authentic relationships that help people grow into a deeper relationship with Christ and open the door for the Holy Spirit in all aspects of their lives.

The Navigators is a multi-faceted organization that includes Business Ministries, Missions, and Ministry Support. The Navigators’ Business Ministries include Glen Eyrie, Eagle Lake, and NavPress. The Missions of The Navigators include Collegiate, Disciplemakers for Life, Encore, International Student Ministries, Military, Nations Within, and World Missions. Our Ministry Support areas include the International Office and US Headquarters.

If you share this passion for Life-to-Life discipleship and you’re searching for a career where your own calling echoes the voices of the people around you, we would love for you to join our team!