Chief Development Officer – Global Missions

Want to be part of an innovative global team that is changing the world of missions?

VisionSynergy is a unique ministry with a strategic role in the worldwide Christian movement. We equip leaders to effectively collaborate for Great Commission outcomes. Over 20 years, we’ve seen time and again that collaboration results in breakthroughs not possible when organizations work alone. That’s why VisionSynergy exists – to equip leaders to develop networks that are advancing the gospel among the least reached people and places of the world.

As God is connecting the global church like never before in history, VisionSynergy is in its most significant season of growth. We want someone in this development position who is passionate about telling our story to engage a new generation of major donors who will partner with us for long-term sustainability as we expand our ministry in multiple countries.

The Chief Development Officer will be the lead strategist and frontline fundraiser for VisionSynergy’s development efforts, with a focus on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donor and foundation relationships. This individual will work closely with the CEO and leadership to develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with VisionSynergy’s mission and growth goals. The CDO will carry their own portfolio of high-capacity donors and foundations, while also serving as a thought partner to the CEO on key donor engagements.

This is a unique opportunity for a relationally gifted, spiritually grounded leader who thrives on cultivating resource partnerships and telling compelling stories of Kingdom impact. Application details at bottom of description.

POSITION DETAILS

Reports to: CEO

Time/Location/Travel: Full-time position (remote; US-based)

Domestic/International travel (10%)

Salary Range: $100,000 – $110,000

Compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits: 401(k) retirement match after one year (5%)

Generous PTO – 26 days plus 5 holidays and 10 days of sick leave

QSEHRA healthcare reimbursement plan

Flexible hours

Annual home office stipend of $2,500

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Donor Engagement & Fundraising (Primary Focus)

-Lead and manage a personal portfolio of major donors and foundation prospects through all stages of the donor pipeline (identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship).

-Collaborate with the CEO to engage key donors and prospects, providing strategic input, coaching, and preparation for donor meetings.

-Create individualized engagement strategies for major donors and foundations, ensuring a high-touch, relational approach that reflects VisionSynergy’s values and mission.

-Solicit major and transformational gifts through face-to-face visits, virtual meetings, events, proposals, and other personal interactions.

Strategy & Development Leadership

-Set annual fundraising goals in partnership with the CEO and track performance to ensure consistent growth in revenue.

-Work with the development team to design and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan that includes major gifts, foundations, annual and monthly gifts.

-Oversee, coordinate, and actively participate in writing grant proposals and funder reports, ensuring accuracy, alignment, and on-time delivery.

-Collaborate with the Director of Communications to develop and coordinate donor-facing content, impact reports, cases for support, and campaign messaging.

Donor Stewardship & Infrastructure

-Oversee systems and processes for donor management, including CRM/database updates, donor segmentation, acknowledgements, and reporting.

-Ensure timely, personalized communications that deepen donor engagement and retention.

-Identify new funding opportunities and donor prospects through research, networking, and outreach.

Organizational Collaboration & Leadership

-Participate in leadership-level strategy conversations related to organizational vision, funding strategy, and mission impact.

-Serve as an internal champion for development best practices and foster a culture of generosity throughout the organization.

-Oversee planning and execution of donor gatherings, briefings, and ministry trips (as appropriate).

QUALIFICATIONS

-A deep personal faith in Jesus Christ and alignment with VisionSynergy’s mission and values.

-7+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a strong emphasis on major gifts and donor relationship-building.

-Demonstrated success in securing five- and six-figure gifts from individuals and foundations.

-Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written); an authentic relationship-builder who inspires trust and generosity.

-Strategic thinker with strong organizational and planning abilities.

-Preferred: experience working with international ministries, Christian missions, or global partnerships.

-Comfortable working remotely with a collaborative, multi-cultural global team.

Travel and Remote Work Requirements

-Able to work independently and effectively on a remote team.

-Able to flex working hours to accommodate periodic meetings with team members across time zones globally.

-Experienced with international travel; prefer passport free of restrictions to travel in South Asia (esp. India), East Asia (esp. China), and the Middle East (esp. Egypt, and the Arabian Peninsula).

-Occasional domestic and international travel up to 10%.

ABOUT VISIONSYNERGY

VisionSynergy is a mission service organization dedicated to advancing ministry collaboration. We empower Christian leaders and their ministry organizations to work together for the best possible outcomes by developing and strengthening collaborative initiatives in high-priority areas of world mission.

The core of our work is equipping and coaching mission leaders to gain the vision, values, and skills to form and facilitate networks focused on Great Commission breakthroughs among unreached peoples and places. For 20 years, we have worked with mission leaders to launch, facilitate, and strengthen hundreds of global, regional, and local mission networks. These networks have collectively involved thousands of churches, ministries, and mission organizations focused on a wide variety of mission fields and initiatives. Over many years, we have earned a strong reputation as a trusted neutral broker – connecting people, strategies, and resources to empower effective collaboration.

VisionSynergy is a collaborative, international team of about 30 full-time and part-time people with a wide range of skills and experiences. We are a distributed team located across six countries and eight U.S. states. With an operating budget of about $2.3M we are supported by a generous group of financial investors who understand the leveraged power of collaboration. The majority of our funding comes through major grants from Christian foundations, family offices, and other high-capacity individual donors. VisionSynergy is a healthy organization with strong supporters, a proven track record, and an engaged and energetic board of directors who provide oversight and strategic direction for the ministry.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send a resume and a thoughtful letter of introduction outlining your interest in VisionSynergy’s mission and the Chief Development Officer role to: HR@visionsynergy.net.

Email subject line: Chief Development Officer– [Your Name]

For more information about VisionSynergy, please visit: https://visionsynergy.net