Donor Officer

Donor Officer Greater Europe Mission - 3.6 Houston, TX Job Details Full-time 7 hours ago Qualifications Record keeping Non-profit experience Sales Phone communication Major gifts Mid-level 3 years Fundraising Recruiting Prospecting CRM system proficiency Cross-functional collaboration Communication skills

Full Job Description Position Summary:

The Donor Officer serves on the GEM US Development team with responsibility for building, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with donors and prospects in order to advance the mission of Greater Europe Mission. The ideal candidate has experience in recruiting, sales, or donor development. They are passionate about building new relationships and working alongside a team that is enthusiastic about the mission field of Europe.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ALL GEM STAFF

Maintain personal spiritual vitality and a healthy life rhythm. Live and work in alignment with GEM's mission, vision, and core values. Participate in required staff meetings, retreats, and organizational gatherings. Communicate in a timely, professional, and gracious manner with colleagues, donors, and partners. Uphold GEM policies, procedures, and standards of confidentiality and integrity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Donor Care & Relationship Management Manage an assigned caseload of donors and prospects, focusing on cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Conduct regular donor visits and relational touchpoints (in person, phone, and virtual). Encourage deeper donor engagement by clearly communicating GEM's mission, vision, and ministry impact in Europe. Identify and help qualify new donor prospects in collaboration with the Development team. Stewardship & Engagement Ensure donors receive timely, thoughtful communication and understand the impact of their generosity. Partner with Marketing, field leadership, and missionaries to share stories, updates, and giving opportunities. Participate in donor events and gatherings such as Vision Summit, Vision Weekend, and regional or small-group events. Maintain accurate donor records, notes, and follow-up in GEM's CRM. Team Collaboration Work closely with the VP of Development and Development team to support fundraising strategies and goals. Contribute to a team-based culture of donor care, accountability, and collaboration. Support organizational fundraising initiatives as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Clear Christian faith and personal alignment with GEM's mission and values. 3-5 years of relevant experience in development, fundraising, sales, and/or recruiting, with demonstrated strength in relationship-building. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to manage multiple relationships, priorities, and follow-up effectively. Willingness and ability to travel for donor visits and events. Preferred Experience managing a donor portfolio or working in major or mid-level giving. Experience in a nonprofit, ministry, or mission-sending organization. Familiarity with CRM systems and donor tracking. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.