Director of Development

Pay: $95k min

Full Time, Plano, TX or Orlando, FL - (Hybrid)

Department: Sightline

Cru has a long-standing history of being a pioneer in world Christian Missions. As a specialized ministry of Cru, Sightline (formerly the Josh McDowell Ministry) carries forward a rich legacy of helping people cut through cultural confusion to see Jesus clearly. We are looking for the most talented individuals with a passion to see the Gospel of Jesus Christ proclaimed to the nations. Come use your God-given talents to help do this!

Our teams across Cru and Sightline are committed to praying for and with each other. Your faith isn’t just something apart from who you are it’s an integral part of you. Here at Cru and Sightline, we want you to use your gifts to further the Kingdom each day.

The Kind of Work You’ll be Doing:

• Serve on the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to provide fund development insight and align fundraising with Sightline's strategic priorities.
• Develop and execute annual fund development action plans to raise necessary funds and translate ministry goals into compelling donor opportunities.
• Oversee giving programs, including annual giving, mid-level givers, major donors, monthly partners, peer-to-peer campaigns, and donor events.
• Cultivate relationships and personally steward a portfolio of key donors, while partnering with the CEO on major donor calls, strategy, and trips.
• Drive donor base growth through channel-appropriate acquisition strategies and donor uplift initiatives.
• Hire, train, equip, and supervise the Development Team, providing clear job expectations, spiritual leadership, and professional growth opportunities.
• Establish and manage development budgets to optimize net income for the ministry.
• Negotiate agreements and contract with external agencies, graphic designers, writers, and data specialists as needed.
• Partner with Content and Mission Expansion teams to accurately reflect ministry strategy in donor narratives.
• Utilize CRM/donor data systems (Salesforce, Siebel), maintain donor confidentiality, and ensure adherence to ECFA guidelines and Cru policies.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, fundraising, or equivalent experience.
• Fundraising Experience: At least 5 years of experience in fund development at a non-profit organization or non-profit marketing agency, including project management responsibility.
• Leadership Experience: Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Preferred Experience: Prior experience with Cru or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with G-Mail (Advanced); MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Asana, Google Apps, and donor platforms/CRMs like Salesforce or Siebel.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package.