Regional Development Officer

## Description

JOB TITLE: Regional Development Officer

DEPARTMENT: Financial & Alumni Development

DIVISION: Institutional Advancement

SUPERVISOR: Director of Financial & Alumni Development

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Advance the seminary’s development program through cultivation, solicitation, and

stewardship of mid-level donors outside North Carolina.

• Build meaningful, mission-driven relationships that increase engagement and financial

support.

• Travel regionally and nationally as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES - GENERAL

• Collaborate with Financial & Alumni Development leadership in all aspects of the

program.

• Support annual giving strategies and campaign initiatives.
• Participate in meetings and assist with donor and alumni events.
• Serve as an ambassador for Southeastern.

DONOR CULTIVATION / DONOR RELATIONS

• Manage a portfolio of optimally 150 mid-level donors ($1,000–$5,000) outside NC.
• Conduct 100 significant interactions annually (50% solicitations / 50% qualification, cultivation &

stewardship).

• Use moves-management strategies to strengthen relationships.

DATA ENTRY & REPORTING

• Document all donor activity in Slate.
• Track progress toward activity and revenue goals.
• Ensure data accuracy with Advancement Operations.

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with advancement projects and campaigns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

## Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong communication and relationship skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Fundraising or CRM experience preferred (Slate).