State Director, Adoption & Ministry Growth

Lifeline Children's Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeline Children's Services in Nashville, TN seeks a mission-driven leader to oversee state-level development and staffing under biblical principles. The role focuses on sustaining ministries through fundraising, partnerships and responsible budgeting.

The position emphasizes public outreach, strategic planning, and collaboration with the Central Office Development team to meet annual goals and expand Lifeline's reach within the community and churches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services with six years of experience, or Master’s with four years, including leadership/supervision.
• Experience in fundraising, non-profits, and ministry is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Directs and evaluates financial sustainability for ministries.
• Leads staff in alignment with biblical principles and Lifeline’s Core Values.
• Develops state fundraising plans and partnerships with churches and community partners.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Non-profit

Public speaking

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Donor CRM

Budgeting software

Excel

Job description

Lifeline Children's Services in Nashville, TN seeks a mission-driven leader to oversee state-level development and staffing under biblical principles. The role focuses on sustaining ministries through fundraising, partnerships and responsible budgeting.

The position emphasizes public outreach, strategic planning, and collaboration with the Central Office Development team to meet annual goals and expand Lifeline's reach within the community and churches.