Relationship Associate

Description

Is God calling you to ministry? For over 75 years, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has proclaimed the Gospel through its various ministries.

Whether you work at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove (BGTC) in Asheville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) in Asheville, North Carolina or a field office abroad, you are part of a team of committed Christians working together to reach people to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

Christian Purpose And Expectations All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further BGEA's religious mission. Department Detail – Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) is a listener-supported ministry that operates The Light FM radio stations, the primary of which is 106.9 FM, WMIT.

Founded by Billy and Ruth Graham, and with offices and studios on the property of the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in Asheville, BRB reaches portions of seven states through 106.9 FM and eight other FM signals in NC, SC, and TN. World-wide reach is achieved through The Light FM smartphone app, thelightfm.org and various podcasts. BRB connects to BGEA through the Media Ministry division; the home of media production and distribution for the BGEA.

This division includes: Video Ministry Services – the team that produces BGEA's video programming and materials; and Audio Ministry Services – the team that produces BGEA's podcasts and awareness announcements for radio, maintains the Billy Graham Audio Archives and the 24/7 stream of messages and programming for The Billy Graham Channel on SiriusXM satellite radio. Job Summary – The Relationship Associate represents the ministry of Blue Ridge Broadcasting in assigned regions of North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.

This position is responsible for developing and stewarding a financial support base for the ministry and will primarily focus on individuals and families, major donors, leadership-level donors, long-time donors and other significant partners in the ministry.

Ministry Requirements Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA's Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence Essential Duties And Responsibilities Implement strategic action plans for meaningful face-to-face and phone-based relationship building from a ministry-first, gift development-second perspective with a group of 100-200 ministry partners and/or longtime donors Develop and execute long and short term strategies to secure gifts in support of BRB Increase awareness of the ministry of The Light FM Complete an acceptable level of donor contacts via personal visit, phone, email and at special events, as determined by Managing Director, Donor Ministries Manage new and established relationships by contacting donors and prospects in order to inform them of ministry activities and results and to pray with donors In partnership with other donor ministry team members, develop and manage donor events, focus groups and other activities in assigned regions Intentionally network in communities within the assigned regions and with current ministry partners to identify and engage new partners for BRB Represent The Light FM at regionally-focused station events, donor ministry events, meetings and conferences, as needed Develop, maintain and process required weekly and monthly reports Marginal Duties and Responsibilities Plan for efficient travel and effective ministry to donors in assigned regions Attend training/equipping sessions as scheduled by Manager Attend station outreach & engagement events as a ministry representative Other duties as assigned Job Specifications Skills and Knowledge Five to ten years' experience in donor development, ministry or related field College degree preferred Exhibit personal integrity, maturity, honesty and discipline in lifestyle Excellent interpersonal and listening skills Excellent organizational, time management, and follow up skills Excellent relationship-building skills with a ministry-first focus Must be a "self starter" and able to work independently Ability to work independently without close supervision, and to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and track multiple relationships Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds Ability to anticipate others needs Ability to prioritize tasks Excellent verbal, written, grammar,