Transformational Relationship Manager

Overview

Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you.

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

As a Transformational Relationship Manager, you will be a vital part of the Development Team here  this role, you will report to the Sr. Director of Transformational Relationships and are responsible for the management of a portfolio of approximately 500 ADF Ministry Friends (MnFs). You will be responsible for the engagement and cultivation of your MnFs by following the communication guidelines in place.

Building a relationship with the MnFs is the key focus of this position. You are not just a person who supplies the MnF with information, but through intentional communication, you will seek to deepen existing relationships and identify the MnF’s passion for the ministry. This type of engagement will lead you to the place where you will protect/increase existing gifts.

• Demonstrate relational excellence with a variety of constituents, including MnFs at all levels, prospective MnFs, and the general public, supported by anecdotal evidence and minimal team leader involvement.
• Interact with MnFs through phone calls, emails, note cards, gifts, and visits depending on optimal type of contact for each individual. This is accomplished by completing a set number of meaningful engagement phone calls per month and leveraging automation and individual communication to manage your portfolio.
• Increase revenue each fiscal year by established percentage through regular and strategic contact.
• Increase retention rate among active donors on your portfolio.
• Independently engage with MnFs according to targeted contact campaigns established by the team leader.
• Provide team support for Directors of Transformational Partnerships (DTP) through partnership in the prospecting plan and identification of MnFs who can be upgraded to the DTP level.
• Occasional face-to-face visits with MnFs.
• May be required to attend occasional ADF events.
• Other related duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Strong networking and relationship management skills.
• Empathetic towards all those you are in contact with.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Diligent research skills with the ability to identify a fundraising opportunity within our existing structures.
• Comfortable with ministering to people and the ability to promote and inspire giving over the phone through strong interpersonal communication skills with charismatic or otherwise inspirational delivery.
• Seek to understand and fully adopt messaging and talking points for MnFs.
• Ability to travel as needed.

• Prior fundraising or donor relations experience
• Experience with Salesforce

At Alliance Defending Freedom, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your well-being and growth. While we do not disclose specific salary ranges, our compensation is competitive with top non-profit law firms. Our benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.

We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.

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