Partner Relations Manager
World Changers Church International, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Partner Relations Manager – Individual Giving & Stewardship
Individual Giving Growth & Partner Experience Lead
Creflo Dollar Ministries (CDM) / World Changers Church International
Location: Atlanta, GA (On-site as required)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role The Partner Relations Manager is a faith-centered relationship builder and individual giving strategist responsible for inspiring, cultivating, and sustaining deep, trust-based partnerships with individuals who support the mission of Creflo Dollar Ministries (CDM). This role exists to capture hearts, build lifelong partner journeys, and mobilize personal generosity that advances the Gospel of Jesus Christ and expands the ministry’s domestic and global outreach.
This position is not focused on corporate or institutional fundraising. It is designed for a leader who thrives in one-to-one and one-to-many relationship cultivation, transforming listeners, attendees, and supporters into committed, long-term individual partners through authentic connection, spiritual alignment, and consistent stewardship.
The Partner Relations Manager leads the strategy, systems, and team responsible for individual partner growth, retention, and engagement, ensuring every partner feels seen, valued, and spiritually connected to the impact of their giving.
What Success Looks Like in 12 Months
Built or expanded a high-touch monthly partner program with consistent net growth
Established and actively manage a personal portfolio of major individual partners
Implemented a partner journey framework from first connection to long-term stewardship
Delivered clear, compelling impact reporting that connects giving to lives changed
Developed a trained, high-performing Partner Relations team aligned in voice, values, and results
Created leadership dashboards tracking partner growth, retention, and generosity
Key Responsibilities Individual Partner Growth & Giving Strategy
Design and lead a comprehensive individual giving and partner growth strategy focused on monthly partners, major individual donors, and long-term stewardship.
Build and manage partner journeys that guide individuals from first connection to active, committed partnership.
Develop faith-centered engagement pathways using storytelling, testimony, and ministry impact.
Drive measurable growth in partner participation, retention, and personal contributions.
Relationship Cultivation & Stewardship
Personally manage and grow a portfolio of high-impact individual partners and major givers through calls, visits, prayer touchpoints, and personalized impact updates.
Establish consistent, meaningful communication and pastoral follow-up that reinforces belonging, gratitude, and trust.
Identify, cultivate, and close transformational individual gifts aligned with CDM’s ministry priorities.
Outreach & Ministry Alignment
Partner with ministry, outreach, and media teams to align partner engagement with local and global impact stories.
Mobilize partners to support outreach initiatives through prayer, giving, and advocacy.
Translate ministry outcomes into clear, compelling partner communications.
Lead the planning and execution of individual partner campaigns and engagement initiatives.
Establish and track performance benchmarks for partner acquisition, retention, and giving growth.
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure a seamless partner experience across digital, broadcast, and in-person touchpoints.
Data, CRM & Performance Insight
Own and optimize the individual partner CRM system to track giving history, engagement activity, and partner journeys.
Analyze trends in partner behavior and generosity to continuously refine engagement strategies.
Prepare and present regular performance and impact reports to ministry leadership.
Lead, train, and coach Partner Relations staff in relationship-based fundraising, spiritual stewardship, and excellence in partner care.
Maintain SOPs to ensure consistent, high-quality engagement.
Foster a culture of service, faith, accountability, and results-driven ministry impact.
Ethics, Compliance & Stewardship
Ensure all giving and partner engagement practices reflect biblical stewardship, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
Maintain transparency, accountability, and integrity in all partner-related activities.
Ideal Candidate Profile
A natural relationship builder who inspires trust and generosity through authentic, faith-centered connection
A proven individual giving strategist with a track record of growing personal donor bases and increasing retention
A storyteller and communicator who connects ministry impact to personal partnership
A data-informed leader who uses insight to drive engagement and results
A servant‑leader aligned with the mission, values, and spiritual foundation of CDM
A professional with a background in Business Development, Account Management, or Account Executive/Sales roles who excels at building long‑term relationships, managing portfolios, and consistently closing high-impact individual commitments in a values‑driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of experience in individual giving, donor relations, ministry development, or faith‑based nonprofit fundraising
Demonstrated success personally cultivating and closing individual gifts, including managing monthly partner and major donor portfolios
Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or similar platforms
Team leadership and training experience
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Personal alignment with the mission and values of Creflo Dollar Ministries
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Growth in number of active individual partners
Retention and longevity of monthly partners
Year-over-year increase in individual giving
Major individual donor engagement and contribution growth
Partner satisfaction and spiritual connection feedback
Accuracy and effectiveness of CRM data and reporting
Staff development and performance outcomes
Compensation Compensation will be competitive and aligned with demonstrated success in individual partner growth and major gift development.
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Individual Giving Growth & Partner Experience Lead
Creflo Dollar Ministries (CDM) / World Changers Church International
Location: Atlanta, GA (On-site as required)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role The Partner Relations Manager is a faith-centered relationship builder and individual giving strategist responsible for inspiring, cultivating, and sustaining deep, trust-based partnerships with individuals who support the mission of Creflo Dollar Ministries (CDM). This role exists to capture hearts, build lifelong partner journeys, and mobilize personal generosity that advances the Gospel of Jesus Christ and expands the ministry’s domestic and global outreach.
This position is not focused on corporate or institutional fundraising. It is designed for a leader who thrives in one-to-one and one-to-many relationship cultivation, transforming listeners, attendees, and supporters into committed, long-term individual partners through authentic connection, spiritual alignment, and consistent stewardship.
The Partner Relations Manager leads the strategy, systems, and team responsible for individual partner growth, retention, and engagement, ensuring every partner feels seen, valued, and spiritually connected to the impact of their giving.
What Success Looks Like in 12 Months
Built or expanded a high-touch monthly partner program with consistent net growth
Established and actively manage a personal portfolio of major individual partners
Implemented a partner journey framework from first connection to long-term stewardship
Delivered clear, compelling impact reporting that connects giving to lives changed
Developed a trained, high-performing Partner Relations team aligned in voice, values, and results
Created leadership dashboards tracking partner growth, retention, and generosity
Key Responsibilities Individual Partner Growth & Giving Strategy
Design and lead a comprehensive individual giving and partner growth strategy focused on monthly partners, major individual donors, and long-term stewardship.
Build and manage partner journeys that guide individuals from first connection to active, committed partnership.
Develop faith-centered engagement pathways using storytelling, testimony, and ministry impact.
Drive measurable growth in partner participation, retention, and personal contributions.
Relationship Cultivation & Stewardship
Personally manage and grow a portfolio of high-impact individual partners and major givers through calls, visits, prayer touchpoints, and personalized impact updates.
Establish consistent, meaningful communication and pastoral follow-up that reinforces belonging, gratitude, and trust.
Identify, cultivate, and close transformational individual gifts aligned with CDM’s ministry priorities.
Outreach & Ministry Alignment
Partner with ministry, outreach, and media teams to align partner engagement with local and global impact stories.
Mobilize partners to support outreach initiatives through prayer, giving, and advocacy.
Translate ministry outcomes into clear, compelling partner communications.
Lead the planning and execution of individual partner campaigns and engagement initiatives.
Establish and track performance benchmarks for partner acquisition, retention, and giving growth.
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure a seamless partner experience across digital, broadcast, and in-person touchpoints.
Data, CRM & Performance Insight
Own and optimize the individual partner CRM system to track giving history, engagement activity, and partner journeys.
Analyze trends in partner behavior and generosity to continuously refine engagement strategies.
Prepare and present regular performance and impact reports to ministry leadership.
Lead, train, and coach Partner Relations staff in relationship-based fundraising, spiritual stewardship, and excellence in partner care.
Maintain SOPs to ensure consistent, high-quality engagement.
Foster a culture of service, faith, accountability, and results-driven ministry impact.
Ethics, Compliance & Stewardship
Ensure all giving and partner engagement practices reflect biblical stewardship, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
Maintain transparency, accountability, and integrity in all partner-related activities.
Ideal Candidate Profile
A natural relationship builder who inspires trust and generosity through authentic, faith-centered connection
A proven individual giving strategist with a track record of growing personal donor bases and increasing retention
A storyteller and communicator who connects ministry impact to personal partnership
A data-informed leader who uses insight to drive engagement and results
A servant‑leader aligned with the mission, values, and spiritual foundation of CDM
A professional with a background in Business Development, Account Management, or Account Executive/Sales roles who excels at building long‑term relationships, managing portfolios, and consistently closing high-impact individual commitments in a values‑driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of experience in individual giving, donor relations, ministry development, or faith‑based nonprofit fundraising
Demonstrated success personally cultivating and closing individual gifts, including managing monthly partner and major donor portfolios
Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or similar platforms
Team leadership and training experience
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Personal alignment with the mission and values of Creflo Dollar Ministries
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Growth in number of active individual partners
Retention and longevity of monthly partners
Year-over-year increase in individual giving
Major individual donor engagement and contribution growth
Partner satisfaction and spiritual connection feedback
Accuracy and effectiveness of CRM data and reporting
Staff development and performance outcomes
Compensation Compensation will be competitive and aligned with demonstrated success in individual partner growth and major gift development.
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