What are the responsibilities and job description for the Donor Officer position at Greater Europe Mission?
To support our mission and operational structure, we are only able to hire team members who are already authorized to work in the Unites States. Candidates MUST have existing legal work authorization, as visa sponsorship is not available.
We are looking for someone located in the Central or Eastern parts of the US.
About Our Mission
Greater Europe Mission is a community of disciple-makers that longs to see Europe transformed by Jesus. For over 70 years, our workers have created relationships and environments of grace where people who are near or far from God feel welcome.
On a continent where less than 3% of the population claim a relationship with Jesus, the light of the gospel is spreading! As more and more Europeans are awakened to hope in Jesus, the need for effective, reproducible discipleship is at an all time high.
Our US-based team works to connect the people of God in the US to the mission of God in Europe through recruiting, creating church partnerships, and raising funds to support the ministry.
Position Summary: (This is a remote position)
The Donor Officer serves on the GEM US Development team with responsibility for building, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with donors and prospects in order to advance the mission of Greater Europe Mission. The ideal candidate has experience in recruiting, sales, or donor development. They are passionate about building new relationships and working alongside a team that is enthusiastic about the mission field of Europe.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ALL GEM STAFF
- Maintain personal spiritual vitality and a healthy life rhythm.
- Live and work in alignment with GEM’s mission, vision, and core values.
- Participate in required staff meetings, retreats, and organizational gatherings.
- Communicate in a timely, professional, and gracious manner with colleagues, donors, and partners.
- Uphold GEM policies, procedures, and standards of confidentiality and integrity.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Donor Care & Relationship Management
- Manage an assigned caseload of donors and prospects, focusing on cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Conduct regular donor visits and relational touchpoints (in person, phone, and virtual).
- Encourage deeper donor engagement by clearly communicating GEM’s mission, vision, and ministry impact in Europe.
- Identify and help qualify new donor prospects in collaboration with the Development team.
Stewardship & Engagement
- Ensure donors receive timely, thoughtful communication and understand the impact of their generosity.
- Partner with Marketing, field leadership, and missionaries to share stories, updates, and giving opportunities.
- Participate in donor events and gatherings such as Vision Summit, Vision Weekend, and regional or small-group events.
- Maintain accurate donor records, notes, and follow-up in GEM’s CRM.
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with the VP of Development and Development team to support fundraising strategies and goals.
- Contribute to a team-based culture of donor care, accountability, and collaboration.
- Support organizational fundraising initiatives as needed.
TRAVEL
This position requires up to 50% travel. Some of the travel is international.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Clear Christian faith and personal alignment with GEM’s mission and values.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in development, fundraising, sales, and/or recruiting, with demonstrated strength in relationship-building.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to manage multiple relationships, priorities, and follow-up effectively.
- Willingness and ability to travel for donor visits and events.
Preferred
- Experience managing a donor portfolio or working in major or mid-level giving.
- Experience in a nonprofit, ministry, or mission-sending organization.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and donor tracking.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.