Partner Engagement Officer

Africa Inland Mission, U.S.
· Peachtree City, GA
· Posted Nov 6, 2026

3 – Accountable To:
Director of Development

4 – Works Closely With:
Donors, churches, pastors, foundations, businesses, organizations, volunteers, ministry partners, and AIM staff.

6 – Travel:
Regular travel at the direction of the Director of Development.

The Partner Engagement Officer serves as a ministry partner to the Director of Development (DD) and an outward-facing representative of Africa Inland Mission (AIM), cultivating and maintaining meaningful relationships with donors, churches, pastors, foundations, businesses, organizations, volunteers, and ministry partners who are passionate about advancing the Gospel among Africa’s least-reached peoples and are seeking meaningful involvement in Great Commission ministries.

• Cultivate Trusted Partnerships:
  Develop and maintain deep, authentic relationships with individual donors, pastors, churches, foundations, and business leaders to deepen their engagement with AIM’s mission.
• Inspire Engagement:
  Conduct intentional donor visits and outreach opportunities which express deep gratitude, clearly demonstrate the Kingdom impact of every gift, and result in increased donor retention, engagement, and support.
• Drive Financial Vitality:
  Partner with the DD to align donor opportunities with AIM’s strategic priorities, securing the vital funding needed to achieve long-term ministry objectives.
• Expand Funding Channels:
  Diversify organizational resources by actively identifying, researching, and pursuing grant funding, foundation relations, and legacy/planned giving programs.
• Innovate Growth Strategies:
  Proactively design and launch fresh engagement strategies, ranging from direct marketing initiatives to new development opportunities—to expand AIM’s reach.
• Create Personal Experiences:
  Collaborate in the planning, promotion, and execution of signature events and ministry trips, such as the Kenya Safari and Mission Tour, creating tangible touchpoints for supporters.
• Mobilize Volunteers:
  Expand and energize strategic volunteer programs, specifically supporting the Women Influencers for Missions initiative to increase exposure to AIM’s ministry.

• A committed, active follower of Jesus Christ who fully aligns with AIM’s Statement of Faith and mission.
• A deep, visible passion for global Christian missions and Kingdom advancement.
• Active involvement in a local church community and a willing heart for regular travel.

• A proven track record in development, fundraising, donor relations, nonprofit advancement, or ministry partnership development.

• Relational Intelligence:
  Natural ability to build immediate trust, listen deeply, and engage comfortably with a highly diverse group of stakeholders.
• Compelling Communication:
  Outstanding written, verbal, and public speaking skills, with a distinct talent for translating ministry updates into inspirational calls to action.
• Proactive Resourcefulness: A self-starter with high creative initiative who doesn’t wait for direction, but instead spots opportunities and builds solutions.
• Collaborative & Results-Oriented: A team player with a servant‑leadership mindset who is goal‑driven, accountable, and deeply motivated by organizational mission success.