Relationship Manager

Do you want to be a part of accelerating a culture of generosity in the Heartland and worldwide?
The United States is in the midst of an unprecedented wealth transfer—an estimated $124 trillion will be passed from one generation to the next through 2045. National Christian Foundation (NCF) is a leader in the Christian giving space, helping families develop wise giving strategies for current and future giving. Strategically positioned to guide Christian families entrusted with significant wealth, NCF is dedicated to making a lasting Kingdom impact in their stewardship.

Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, NCF is a 501(c)(3) charitable grantmaking ministry that provides creative giving solutions and inspires biblical generosity among Christian families, advisors, and charities. With over $25 billion in giver‑recommended grants to more than 90,000 charities, NCF leads in accepting gifts of appreciated assets such as stocks, real estate, and business interests, enabling givers to maximize charitable gifts and save taxes.

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NCF Heartland, having received more than $1.4 billion in giver contributions since its re‑launch in 2019, mobilizes over $1 billion in giver‑recommended grants. Functioning as a local “family office for giving,” it serves generous givers as a trusted thought partner and aims to make the Heartland region the most generous place on earth. This year promises further growth to mobilize resources and inspire biblical generosity, encouraging Heartland givers to grow as faithful stewards who give wisely.

This role seeks a proactive, relational, and talented individual with a strong commitment to excellence to strengthen our team. The ideal candidate will have a background in outside sales, relationship management, business development, marketing/channel development, financial planning, law, and/or accounting, and will serve primarily the Missouri and Kansas areas with a strategic focus on KC, Springfield, Columbia, and St. Louis. A passion and calling for the work of NCF and advancing the Kingdom is essential.

The Relationship Manager proactively initiates and nurtures new relationships with high‑capacity givers (HCG/UHCG). The position will grow HCG/UHCG relationships, assets, contributions, and grants, walking alongside givers and shepherding them as they grow in their spiritual journey of generosity. Support givers in stretching their faith and giving abundantly through cash and non‑cash gifts using various giving vehicles. Cultivate relationships that ultimately produce referrals and prospects.

Reports to:

NCF Heartland President
Management/Supervision:
None

Location:

Hybrid – 15% in‑office in Overland Park, KS; 85% external engagement (meetings with givers, advisors, etc.)

Work hours:

40 h per week, with additional hours during peak periods and projects.
Travel:
Primarily within Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska; minimal travel outside the Heartland area (2–3 times yearly).
Candidate location:
Must live in Missouri or Kansas.

• Proactively reach out to new and existing givers—including recent transitions from existing portfolios—to build trust, increase awareness, connect them to the larger community, and explore new ways to serve.
• Influence and instill trust while working closely with givers to identify giving solutions aligned with their long‑term goals.
• Motivate and inspire givers to develop a giving strategy for ongoing generosity and succession planning.
• Co‑develop personalized giving plans with givers that incorporate accountability and progression along their generosity journey.

• Proactively cultivate relationships with prospective givers.
• Gather referrals from advisory board members, existing givers, and professional advisors.
• Network with community partners, ministries, organizations, and councils.

• Develop strategic relationships with targeted advisors (financial planners, accountants, attorneys) and ministries.
• Reach and influence organizations with a constituency that desires to increase capacity for giving and kingdom…