Senior Philanthropy Officer
Quick answer
International Justice Mission is hiring a remote Senior Philanthropy Officer based in Dallas–Fort Worth to manage major donor relationships and lead regional fundraising strategies.
- Role
- Senior Philanthropy Officer
- Organization
- International Justice Mission (IJM)
- Location
- Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Officer to manage a portfolio of major donors and drive fundraising growth in the Dallas–Fort Worth region. The role focuses on cultivating deep donor relationships, securing high-value gifts, and planning impactful regional events to advance IJM's global mission. This position requires a strategic professional who can effectively communicate the organization's vision while collaborating with global and local teams to expand donor engagement.
What you'll do
- Manage a portfolio of approximately 150 major donors and foundations.
- Develop and implement strategies to broaden and deepen the donor base in the region.
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors to increase funding and commitment levels.
- Plan and host high-impact donor events and facilitate international vision trips.
- Utilize Salesforce to maintain accurate donor records and track engagement metrics.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 5+ years of fundraising or high-value sales experience.
- Proven track record of securing $1M+ annually in gifts.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to travel up to 25% for role responsibilities.
- Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefit options; 23 days of paid leave; 12 holidays; and robust staff care resources, including daily spiritual formation.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, the position is remote, but it requires the candidate to be based in the Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas area.
What are the key qualifications for this role?
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, at least 5 years of fundraising or high-value sales experience, and a proven history of securing major gifts of $1M+ annually.
Is there a specific religious requirement for this role?
Yes, IJM requires all employees to practice a mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostles’ Creed, and submit a statement of faith as part of the application.
How do I apply for this position?
You should upload your resume, a cover letter, and a statement of faith as a single PDF document through the organization's application portal.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Justice Mission (IJM)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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