Faith Giving Specialist

If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you! Reporting to the Director for Mobilization and Faith Relations, The Faith Giving Specialist, a key member of Global Refuge's Mobilization and Faith Relations team, responsible for engaging congregations and faith communities to advance the organization's mission of welcome and advocacy. This role emphasizes mobilizing congregations for action, deepening partnerships, and driving participation in campaigns and events that reflect Global Refuge's mission and values, resulting in increased generosity and stewardship.

Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through our work in refugee resettlement, care for unaccompanied children, and economic empowerment and employment. Our work also extends to Guatemala and Mexico, where we help young people with skills training and community reintegration. To date, we have served over 800,000 people from around the globe. Our comprehensive services leverage our extensive organizational expertise as well as government, community, and faith partnerships.

Benefits Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including:

• medical, dental, vision available the first day of employment
• generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 days of paid holiday
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave
• company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 7% match which vests immediately

At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn't just our duty-it's an inherent part of our identity, rooted in our Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to our unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Cultivate and manage relationships with congregations and faith communities.
• Mobilize congregations for advocacy, volunteering, and fundraising aligned with Global Refuge's mission.
• In partnership with the director for mobilization, create and execute a strategy for faith community giving; set and track metrics and KPIs as part of revenue goal setting.
• Develop and deliver resources, training, and presentations to equip faith communities for engagement.
• Collaborate with Development and Communications teams on integrated campaigns and initiatives, such as the Faith Alliance.
• Represent Global Refuge at denominational gatherings, ecumenical networks, and public events.
• Oversee all revenue targets from faith communities; establish stewardship plans for thanking communities of faith via a multi-channel approach.
• Working closely with volunteers, part-time staff, and external partners, initiate a nationwide strategy to grow revenue from faith communities including interfaith communities.
• Collaborate with field offices, program colleagues, and others to create engagement opportunities for faith communities.
• Engage in public-speaking, including preaching and/or presenting at congregations during worship services; represent Global Refuge at conferences, meetings, and coalition meetings which can include ecumenical and interfaith networks.
• Track and report on engagement metrics to inform strategy and demonstrate impact.
• Contribute to the development of team strategies that advance organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in faith-based engagement, mobilization, or community organizing.
• Strong understanding of congregational structures and ecumenical networks.
• Knowledge of Lutheran communities and theology a plus.
• Experience using a CRM platform, such as Salesforce, to track, report, and monitor metrics and goals when conducting meetings and fundraising activities.
• Ability to engage with diverse faith communities around their shared understanding of stewardship and generosity.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to travel as needed and work occasional evenings/weekends, up to 30%.
• Commitment to Global Refuge's core mission and values and an ability to model those values in relationship with colleagues and partners; commitment to empowering refugees and migrants.

Global Refuge is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We participate in E-Verify in the states that permit its use.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on your first day of employment, 403(b) with company contribution and match, 20 days of vacation per year, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and much more. Salaries are based on the latest market data and reflect the education, skills, and requirements for the role. Differentials may exist based on the region and language abilities.