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Donor Communications Manager

Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, Asheville, NC, United States


Description
Is God calling you to ministry? For over 75 years, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has proclaimed the Gospel through its various ministries. Whether you work at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove (BGTC) in Asheville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) in Asheville, North Carolina, or a field office abroad, you are part of a team of committed Christians working together to reach people to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

Christian Purpose And Expectations
All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, thereby furthering BGEA’s religious mission.

Ministry Requirements

Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ

Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer

Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits

Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations

Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Create and manage the BRB direct mail plan, schedule and process

Oversee creation of all print materials including annual donor report, brochures, rack cards, and solicitation materials

Engage regularly with BGEA Director, Communications, and BGEA Project Lead assigned to BRB to brief on plans, calendars, and creative needs requiring BGEA approval or assistance

Annual conceptualization and drafting of a minimum of 4 multi‑media fundraising campaigns per year (Spring, Summer, Fall, Christmas) including coordination of direct mailed solicitations, emails, social media, and other media

Lead and manage data segmentation and communication efforts within and outside campaigns to best communicate with individual donors and maximize ROI

Create and execute specific communications strategy for monthly Hope Heroes and Mid‑Level Donors (giving between $500 and $1,999)

Ensure Relationship Associates have timely and relevant listener impact stories that are packaged in a way easy to share with donors

Collaborate with the Engagement & Outreach Manager to create and execute an acquisition and communication strategy for new listeners and new names, utilizing public events and digital channels, and grow new listeners into donors

Work with the BRB Digital and Social Media Content Specialist to create and maintain a donor ministries micro‑site of the website

Coordinate with BGEA Project Lead to ensure print projects are completed with excellence in a timely manner

Work closely with outside vendors for printing projects and BRB Direct Mail campaigns

Manage the BRB donor ministry data select‑request process, working with BGEA IT to ensure all mailing lists are accurate and meet segmentation needs

Maintain list of communication and account codes and ensure codes are effectively utilized for documentation and segmentation of communication lists

Work with the Administration team to create and distribute reports documenting the effectiveness of each campaign and of the overall communications strategy

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned

Skills and Knowledge

Associate-level degree in business or related field

5 years’ experience in fundraising and/or communications

Ability to implement The Light FM’s philosophy for the radio broadcast regardless of own opinions, with a willingness to share personal testimony and convey Christian viewpoints consistent with the ministry’s Mission Statement and Statement of Faith

Ability to convey complex ideas in simple, direct language

Ability to properly represent The Light FM in public settings in performance and appearance

Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to effectively communicate with people of all backgrounds and interest levels

Ability to use spreadsheet and database software

Ability to work independently and make decisions as appropriate

Physical/Mental Demands

Ability to make quick decisions and exercise sound judgment with a minimum of supervision

Comfort with making public appearances and interacting with large crowds

Capacity to prioritize work and manage multiple projects in a high-paced environment

Ability to work efficiently and productively under deadlines

Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to changing job parameters, deadlines, or directions

Ability to work independently and as part of a team while demonstrating flexibility when priorities change

Ability to convey a positive and professional attitude to the public and BRB staff

Working Conditions

Ability to tolerate extended periods using computer equipment

Ability to tolerate extended periods of sitting in one work location

Ability to work in close proximity to other staff with limited privacy

Availability to work occasional events on evenings and weekends

Title VII Exception for Employment
The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) is a faith‑based religious organization committed to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through every effective means. Consistent with our charitable purpose to share the Christian faith, a requirement for employment at BGEA is affirmation and adherence to our Christian Statement of Faith. Our Statement of Faith prerequisite for employment is based upon federal law set forth in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000e-1.

Benefits Summary
Full‑time employees working at least 36 hours per week are eligible for benefits.

Medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance

Term Life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays, including 1 floating holiday

Minimum 12 days of vacation

10 sick days

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