Development Director - JESUS Film Harvest Partners

Development Director - JESUS Film Harvest Partners

The Development Director is responsible for creating, implementing, and overseeing annual and long‑term revenue plans. This position will direct and manage the efforts of Development staff, and develop actions to acquire, cultivate, and retain donors. This salaried position is based in Olathe, KS and requires regular out‑of‑state travel (5-6 times per year); occasional international travel may be required. Candidates must share the organization’s conservative Christian values.

• Strategic Planning – create and implement an annual and long‑term development plan and strategy to achieve budgets; develop and implement an acquisition strategy to grow the donor base and increase recurring giving.
• Team Leadership – collaborate in the development and implementation of marketing and public relations strategies; provide direction and coordination of development products, lead development staff, and liaise with outside foundations and groups.
• Donor Relations and Communications – coordinate appropriate follow‑up processes to improve collection rates, oversee regular donor communication, and lead by example in managing a select portfolio of donors and prospects.
• Reporting and Compliance – oversee donor reporting processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communication, strategic marketing, fundraising, non‑profit management, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of development leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and securing significant gifts ($25,000+).
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective fundraising and partnership strategies.
• Knowledge of digital and non‑digital development resources, products, practices, and tools.
• Excellent relationship‑building and interpersonal skills, with experience engaging donors, board members, and other partners.
• Excellent written, verbal, and digital communication skills.
• Ability to make appropriate and compelling asks of constituents.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to research and analyze data, including data mining from a CRM system.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Commitment to the organization’s mission and vision.

• Spiritual maturity and commitment to a life of integrity informed by the Bible.
• Strong communication, administrative, and leadership skills.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Entry‑level desktop publishing knowledge.
• Ability to prioritize and multi‑task with good time‑management skills.
• Experience with elementary age preferred.

Please submit a cover letter and resume.