Donor Support Specialist

About UsDecades ago, our nation systematically removed Bible education from the public school day. LifeWise Academy is bringing it back. Under a little-known Supreme Court ruling, LifeWise empowers communities to provide Bible education for their public school students DURING SCHOOL HOURS. Tens of thousands of public school students attend LifeWise Bible classes each week.We believe released time is the greatest missed opportunity of the church in America to reach the next generation. But we want to change that and we need your help!About YouYou love Jesus. You love kids. Your enthusiasm is contagious!As the Donor Support Specialist, you are an expert in what LifeWise does and why we do it. You are an excellent communicator with the ability to inspire others to share in the LifeWise mission, which is to share the gospel with children during the school day. You are able to convey a high degree of commitment and passion for the mission with a diverse audience, including board members, staff, volunteers, donors, executives, and potential funding partners.You are outgoing, friendly, and professional. As a results-driven and self-motivated individual, you are able to juggle multiple high-priority tasks at once, while staying true to the LifeWise vision. You have the ability to easily create rapport with and creatively show appreciation for others.At the end of the day, you do what it takes to get things done. But, most importantly, you know this isn't just your career. It's a chance to do something meaningful. An opportunity to serve others. And a chance to make a life-changing impact on students with the Gospel.About the JobWe are looking for a gospel-centered, dynamic, and organized Donor Support Specialist to join the LifeWise team. This role will play a critical role in the fundraising and donor stewardship process. The full-time position will operate out of our headquarters in Hilliard, Ohio (just outside of Columbus), with hybrid work flexibility.ResponsibilitiesActively respond to donor inquiries, calls and emailsProcess gift entries and acknowledgementsCoordinate with various departments for the creation and execution of various donor stewardship functionsUpdate and maintain donor records within SalesforcePromote interaction with and recognition of donors at all levelsMaintain a high level of confidentialityPerform other administrative tasks as assignedQualificationsA mature personal Christian faith consistent with the LifeWise Statement of Faith3+ years in a ministry or other high interpersonal skills based position (required)3+ years of donor support or administrative assistant experience(preferred)Bachelor's degree (preferred)Experience with using Salesforce (preferred)Proficient computer skills, including Google Workspace (formerly G Suite)Strong verbal and written communication skillsComfortable with routinely shifting demandsHigh degree of attention to detailSalary and BenefitsFrom $44,000 per yearMedical, dental, and vision coverage for qualified employeesRetirement plan, including employer matchUnlimited PTO for qualified employeesLifeWise Academy's hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" section of employment discrimination laws for religious organizations and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. LifeWise Academy is in that category.

Created: 2024-11-05