Major Donor Developer - Dallas

Organization

First Liberty Institute is the largest legal organization in the nation dedicated exclusively to protecting religious freedom for all Americans. We believe that true religious liberty means recognizing the fundamental right of every individual—including all ages, races, genders, and faiths—to follow their conscience and to live according to their beliefs. Founded in 1997 and based in Plano, Texas, our legal team partners with elite volunteer attorneys across the country to secure religious freedom, from local matters to the Supreme Court, at no cost to our clients. For more information, please visit www.FirstLiberty.org.

Overview

The Major Donor Developer is responsible for cultivating and growing relationships for First Liberty Institute by building authentic and lasting partnerships with current and future donors. 

Key Responsibilities

• Strategizes communication with key ministry partners for their contributions through actions  - via phone, print, email, visitation and events
• Develops, manages, and documents up to 250 donor relationships for First Liberty Institute
• Identifies opportunities and establishes, nurtures, and deepens relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporations
• Accurately records all pertinent donor information in data base
• Formulates event goals, strategies, objectives, and who should be in attendance
• Effectively presents and asks for financial partnership when appropriate
• Provides information, when appropriate, concerning innovative asset-based giving solutions
• Minimum of 20% travel

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Views development role with a ministry passion and is able to articulate the mission and vision of First Liberty Institute
• A firm understanding of the defense of religious freedoms
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with a keen self-awareness
• Sets goals and initiates implementation and follow through
• Highly developed listening and questioning skills
• Able to communicate and articulate through writing and public speaking on various public policy issues, business acumen, and general current event knowledge
• Ability to engage and serve a variety of people and personalities
• Able to handle security-sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• Capable of managing and implementing a variety of tasks in a fast paced and challenging environment

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications or related field
• 7+ years of experience in customer service, sales, and /or related fields
• Proficient with either a CMS or CRM technology

This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated professional to assume a pivotal role in the evolution of a fast-growing, highly respected organization. We are seeking an individual of outstanding quality with a credible track record. First Liberty Institute is prepared to offer an attractive compensation package, including a competitive base salary as well as health, 403(b), and vacation benefits.

First Liberty Institute is an Equal Opportunity employer. Personnel are chosen on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or marital status, in accordance with federal and state law. 

Please submit your resume  to Lori Ross at lross@firstliberty.org