Donor Development Manager

Posted On: May 28, 2026
Location: Lititz, PA - Full-Time/Exempt Position

About the role

The Executive Director provides overall strategic, spiritual, and operational leadership for MDS U.S., ensuring that all programs, partnerships, and initiatives align with the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability. Reporting to the MDS U.S. Board of Directors, this leader will work closely with the Executive Team and in partnership with the MDS Canada Executive Director to nurture a unified “One MDS” culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall strategic, spiritual, and operational leadership for MDS U.S.
• Ensure alignment of all programs, partnerships, and initiatives with the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability
• Work closely with the Executive Team and in partnership with the MDS Canada Executive Director to nurture a unified “One MDS” culture

Requirements

• Proven track record of leadership and strategic planning
• Experience in disaster relief and recovery efforts
• Strong understanding of organizational governance and board relations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., business administration, public policy, or related)
• Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in nonprofit management or similar field
• Experience working with Mennonite organizations or similar faith-based organizations a plus

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health insurance benefits
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time/Exempt position.

Contact Information

To apply for a job based in Canada please send your cover letter and resume to jobsca@mds.org or mail them to:
Mennonite Disaster Service
200-600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
Winnipeg, MB R3P 2J1

To apply for a job based in the United States please send your cover letter and resume to jobs@mds.org or mail them to:
Mennonite Disaster Service
Attn: Human Resources
583 Airport Road
Lititz, PA 17543

Shared Convictions

God is known to us as Father, Son and Holy Spirit, the Creator who seeks to restore fallen humanity by calling a people to be faithful in fellowship, worship, service and witness.
Jesus is the Son of God. Through his life and teachings, his cross and resurrection, he showed us how to be faithful disciples, redeemed the world, and offers eternal life.
As a church, we are a community of those whom God's Spirit calls to turn from sin, acknowledge Jesus Christ as Lord, receive baptism upon confession of faith, and follow Christ in life.
As a faith community, we accept the Bible as our authority for faith and life, interpreting it together under Holy Spirit guidance, in the light of Jesus Christ to discern God's will for our obedience.
The Spirit of Jesus empowers us to trust God in all areas of life so we become peacemakers who renounce violence, love our enemies, seek justice, and share our possessions with those in need.
We gather regularly to worship, to celebrate the Lord's Supper, and to hear the Word of God in a spirit of mutual accountability.
As a world-wide community of faith and life we transcend boundaries of nationality, race, class, gender and language. We seek to live in the world without conforming to the powers of evil, witnessing to God's grace by serving others, caring for creation, and inviting all people to know Jesus Christ as Saviour and Lord.