Regional Representative, Houston 2026

Hope International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HOPE International is seeking a Regional Representative for the Greater Houston Area to build a vibrant donor network and fund growth. This entrepreneurial role requires initiative and a strong commitment to Christ-centered economic development.

You will drive annual fundraising goals, manage donor relationships, and collaborate with leadership to engage major supporters. Travel and board engagement are part of the responsibilities, with staff and volunteer recruitment part of the role.

Qualifications

• Three plus years of fundraising, sales or other relevant professional experience strongly preferred.
• Established track record of taking initiative and meeting goals.
• Excellent oral, written, and public communication skills.
• Willing and able to travel; some overnight and international travel required.
• International experience and cross-cultural skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Promote and contribute to the fulfillment of HOPE International’s mission and vision
• Region of responsibility is the Greater Houston Area
• Hold at least 30 face-to-face meetings or donor calls monthly and document in HOPE’s database
• Retain 85% of major donors and 65% of other relationships in region
• Grow giving by $250,000 within two years from new and inherited donors (this number may vary depending on region and number of inherited donors)
• Plan or coordinate local engagement events, including 1 event annually with at least 50 people in attendance
• Facilitate meetings and introductions of high-impact supporters with HOPE’s senior leadership
• Recruit staff, interns and volunteers to work with HOPE domestically and abroad

Skills

Fundraising experience

Donor relations

Public speaking

Communication skills

Networking

Time management

Travel willingness

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The HEART of a missionary — a passion for growing in your relationship with Christ and helping others know and follow Him

The MIND of a businessperson — skills in management, finance, accounting, systems, communication, etc.

The SOUL of a development worker — the mentality of equipping people to help themselves

The regional representative is responsible to serve as a regional extension and ambassador of HOPE International in his/her region in partnership with the Regional Development Manager. S/he will be responsible to increase, strengthen, and diversify HOPE’s funding sources there and will be expected to meet annual fundraising goals. This is an entrepreneurial position. To succeed, the candidate must be an internally-compelled self-starter who is willing and able to take initiative in establishing a long-term, vibrant and engaged constituency of HOPE supporters in his/her local region.

Location: Greater Houston Area,

Level: Professional

Salary range: $60,000 - $70,000

Type: Full-time

Department: Development

Reports to: Associate Regional Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Promote and contribute to the fulfillment of HOPE International’s mission and vision
• Region of responsibility is the Greater Houston Area
• Hold at least 30 face-to-face meetings or donor calls monthly and document in HOPE’s database
• Retain 85% of major donors and 65% of other relationships in region
• Grow giving by $250,000 within two years from new and inherited donors (this number may vary depending on region and number of inherited donors)
• Manage up to 250 donor relationships in region
• Develop and cultivate base of at least 5 major donor relationships within two years (each giving over $10,000 annually)
• Partner with Regional Development Manager to lead a vibrant local HOPE board in Houston with 6+ members
• Plan or coordinate local engagement events, including 1 event annually with at least 50 people in attendance
• Facilitate meetings and introductions of high-impact supporters with HOPE’s senior leadership
• Recruit staff, interns and volunteers to work with HOPE domestically and abroad
• Invest in and help develop partnerships in conjunction with HOPE’s giving product owners
• Mobilize and accompany donors to visit HOPE programs abroad
• Attend weekly development team meetings, staff meetings and devotions via conference call
• Attend two weeklong staff retreats annually

Qualifications

• Personal confession of faith in Jesus Christ and commitment to the mission and vision of HOPE International
• Passionate commitment to HOPE’s mission of Christ-centered economic development
• Demonstrated lifestyle of Christ-like humility, compassion and generosity with time, talents and treasure
• Passionate about sharing the mission of HOPE
• Three plus years of fundraising, sales or other relevant professional experience strongly preferred
• Established track record of taking initiative
• Exhibits warmth and charm that immediately puts others at ease
• Excellent ability to connect with people
• Willing and able to travel; some overnight and international travel required
• Excellent oral, written, and public communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, including effective time management and willingness to perform administrative tasks
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• International experience and cross-cultural skills helpful

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