Director of Advancement

This is a hybrid opportunity based in Dallas, Texas, with onsite collaboration Tuesday through Thursday and remote work on Monday and Friday.

About the role

The Director of Advancement will lead fundraising and external engagement efforts that support the organization's strategic growth and long-term impact. This leadership position will oversee major gifts, grants, annual giving, donor stewardship, and community partnerships while working closely with executive leadership. This is an outstanding opportunity for a relationship-focused fundraising professional to help expand philanthropic support and strengthen donor engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic fundraising plan that includes major gifts, grants, annual giving, scholarships, and other philanthropic initiatives.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with donors, foundations, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.
• Lead donor engagement initiatives through stewardship, communications, events, and relationship-building opportunities.
• Oversee advancement operations, including donor database management, gift processing, grant coordination, reporting, and compliance.
• Partner with leadership to identify funding priorities, develop compelling cases for support, and represent the organization within the community.
• Track fundraising performance and present strategic updates to executive leadership.

Requirements

• Demonstrated success securing major gifts and building meaningful donor relationships.
• Experience developing and executing fundraising strategies across multiple revenue streams.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with fundraising CRM platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
• Passion for advancing the mission of a faith-based, mission-driven organization.

Pay

Competitive salary of $90,000–$130,000, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through philanthropy and advancement leadership.
• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to build and grow a comprehensive advancement program.
• Collaborative leadership team with strong executive partnership.
• Mission-driven culture dedicated to education, leadership, and community impact.