Leading the Way Director of Ministry Relations Oppty Profile

THE POSITION
DIRECTOR OF MINISTRY RELATIONS
The Director of Ministry Relations is responsible for overseeing all development activities in their
assigned region of the United States. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the individual
serving in this position will enjoy working in a dynamic atmosphere with a strong team dedicated to
the highest standards of excellence in developing and serving a portfolio of major donors.
The culture at Leading The Way is passionate, professional, and mission-focused. Many team members
have been drawn to the ministry from other careers in network media and private business. The ministry’s
growth has had enormous Kingdom impact, and each team member feels the calling and urgency to
fulfill Vision 2025 and reach more people for Christ.
A successful Director of Ministry Relations will have both a pastor’s heart and fundraising acumen.
This person will be able to genuinely care for donors while also helping them steward their resources
well. This person will have an understanding of asset-based vs. cash-based giving as well as a deep
passion for reaching the world for Christ.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS
• CHRISTIAN. To contribute to the mission, it is essential that a person maintain a vibrant
Christian faith.
• CALLED. Work at Leading The Way is not just another job; it is the work of God and an employee
should sense the call of God on his or her life’s work within the ministry.
• COMPETENT. In addition to being a Christian and having a sense of calling, a person must be
fully competent to perform all the duties of the position.
• COMMITTED. Because of the high standards of Leading The Way and the belief in good
stewardship, all employees must manifest a high level of commitment to their job responsibilities
and the ministry as a whole.