Director of Marketing and Development

Job Title: Director of Marketing and Development 

Team: Development 

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt 

Reports To: Executive Director 

Direct Reports: Team includes specialists and managers overseeing Community Engagement/Volunteers, Major Gifts, Minor Gifts, Marketing/Communications, Marketing Content, Grants 

Effective Date: January 2025 

Position Summary 

The Director of Marketing and Development is responsible for the improvement of Oliver Gospel’s brand awareness, marketing and fundraising strategy, and ensuring that Oliver Gospel has the necessary funding to function. This includes the creation and implementation of a comprehensive marketing and fundraising plan, the development of a highly efficient and effective team, personal involvement in solicitation of donations, and oversight of all donor and marketing outreach and communications. The Director of Marketing and Development not only leads the Development team in their contribution to the organization, but also leads the Organization in its compliance with and contribution to the plan. Effectively managing up and across the organization with expert communication is crucial.  

Position Qualifications 

For Employment with Oliver Gospel 

A believer in Jesus Christ 

Affirm without reservation Oliver Gospel’s Statement of Faith 

Fully support Oliver Gospel’s Statements of Mission, Vision and Values 

Ability and desire to work in harmony with other Oliver Gospel employees 

Due to sensitivity for potential impact upon Oliver Gospel’s Program Participants, the use of tobacco  

and/or vaping products is not permitted during scheduled work hours or at any Oliver Gospel event 

Valid South Carolina driver’s license 

For the Director of Marketing and Development 

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and education in non-profit management, communications, fundraising, business or a related field 

Ability to create and administer a comprehensive marketing and fundraising plan 

Experience in staff development and supervision 

Energy, enthusiasm and a flair to work hard to achieve ambitious targets 

Ability to work independently while staying aligned with the priorities of the supervisor 

Knowledge of PC-based software, donor database and relevant applications and office equipment 

Position Responsibilities 

Oversee the Development Team; work closely with the Executive Director to meet target goals 

Oversee the annual marketing and fundraising strategy implemented by the development team 

Create and maintain an updated list of development processes and procedures by team role 

Ensure that development tools are being used efficiently and collecting accurate donor and financial data 

Implement efficient strategies for promoting and raising financial and material resources 

Oversee the identification and cultivation of new prospective donors 

Pursue gifts-in-kind donations from existing and new donors, business partners, and other resources 

Collaborate with the Business Team in collecting and reporting relevant gifts-in-kind data 

Facilitate annual direct mail (acquisition and cultivation) with third party direct mail company 

Create an overall fundraising plan that details long-range fundraising plans 

Oversee an annual individual giving plan which includes recruitment and development of new donors 

Solicit sponsorships, donations, corporate matching gifts and charitable bequests 

Assign public appearances and speaking engagements to responsible parties to promote OG 

Oversee the planning and execution of Oliver Gospel events  

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor 

Core Competencies 

Strong team player 

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills 

Strong administrative and organizational skills 

Ability to prioritize with an emphasis on quality and accuracy of work 

Ability to delegate responsibilities to execute multiple occurring projects  

Ability to solve problems, think critically and use sound judgment in decision making 

Ability to perform all duties with integrity and excellence 

Ability to honor confidences and keep confidential information 

Model a servant attitude 

Mental and Physical Demands 

Ability to work in a changing, growth-oriented environment 

Ability to concentrate, apply mental processes and move seamlessly from one task to another 

Ability to manage urgency and stress and to work well under the pressure of deadlines 

Ability to work with disruptions, critical issues and emotional individuals 

Ability to operate with a positive attitude  

Ability to participate in travel experiences 

Ability to move about inside the facility to engage employees, clients and/or guests 

Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, reach upward and/or outward in performing tasks 

Ability to frequently lift, carry, push and/or pull items weighing up to 25 pounds 

Ability to engage in limited exposure to publicly transmitted diseases, such as colds, viruses, etc.