Development Manager

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Development Manager in Corpus Christ, TX.
Job Summary Plans, develops, implements, administers, evaluates and monitors (through a Development Dashboard) an aggressive Community Relations and Development Program, targeting the designated geographical area for the assigned Salvation Army Region; raises visibility, volunteers and monies to enable the ministry of The Salvation Army; develops and secures gifts to reach/surpass fund-raising goals established annually through the gifts generated from individuals, corporations and foundations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the principles and practices of individual, corporate and foundation communication techniques which will generate gifts.
Knowledge of the principles and practices to interact with, and generate ongoing print and broadcast media stories, interviews and marketing.
Knowledge of donor records management and administration as well as data and trend analysis.
Knowledge of working with volunteer Boards and Committees.
Ability to design, plan, administer and monitor the day-to-day operations of a Regional Community Relations and Development Program and to ensure compliance to the mission of The Salvation Army.
Ability to lead, motivate, encourage and inspire volunteers working on Resource Development activities.
Ability to work effectively with Divisional administration, field staff, legal counsel and office staff.
Ability to conduct the affairs of this office responsibly, efficiently, and economically, and to motivate the staff and volunteers to do likewise.
Ability to demonstrate a daily commitment to the Vision and Mission Statement of the Resource Development Department.
Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.
Ability to learn by method of on-the-job training including ability to follow instructions.
Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Marketing or a field related to the goals of the Resource Development Department, and Three to five years of progressively responsible experience media relations or development functions, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to drive a vehicle safely.
Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.
Ability to travel throughout the area to perform public relations functions.
Ability and willingness to perform all duties with an understanding of the mission, ministry, philosophy, culture, and protocol of The Salvation Army and conducts all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.
Duties are usually performed seated.
Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
Duties require frequent periods of physical mobility including but not limited to standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, and lifting.
Physical duties may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting.
Overall limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.
) Certain projects may require strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects.
Extensive amount of physical effort required associated with lifting, moving and carrying heavy objects (more than 50lbs.
), as required.
Additional Comments: All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
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Application submittal period 01/16/2024-01/18/2024.
This is a full-time salaried position.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings.
Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability.
Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available).
Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.
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