Favor International is seeking a mission-aligned, highly motivated Regional Development Director (RDD) to oversee and expand major donor relationships in the Southwest Region of the United States (currently California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Kansas, Arizona, and New Mexico). This full-time, remote role is responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of high-level partners and prospective donors in support of Favor’s global ministry.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, results-driven relationship builder with exceptional communication and organizational skills. They are passionate about the Gospel, have a heart for missions, and possess the ability to connect others to life-transforming work in Africa and beyond.

Donor Engagement & Fundraising

- Build and steward a portfolio of high-capacity prospects in the Southwest Region

- Develop and implement individualized cultivation and solicitation strategies to achieve annual revenue goals

- Lead in-person and virtual donor meetings, presentations, ministry updates

- Represent Favor at key events and build relationships with potential partners and champions of the mission

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Reporting & Data Management

- Maintain accurate and current records of donor interactions, commitments, and next steps using Favor's CRM (Blackbaud)

- Work closely with the RDD Support Specialist at headquarters to ensure timely, complete, and accurate weekly reporting

- Submit concise summaries and pipeline updates for internal leadership, maintaining transparency and alignment with national strategies

- Keep real-time notes and documentation for team collaboration and historical tracking

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Strategic Planning & Execution

- Create actionable strategies to meet and exceed regional goals and performance metrics

- Analyze donor trends and data to improve engagement, pipeline development, and gift acquisition

- Contribute to annual fundraising planning and regional growth strategies in collaboration with the U.S. Development Team

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Event Coordination & Representation

- Plan and attend donor gatherings, regional meetings, and events to advance donor relationships

- Host one-on-one or small group meetings with donors and prospects as needed

- Serve as a regional ambassador for Favor, confidently sharing the vision and impact of the ministry

- Travel within the region as required; some weekends and evenings may be necessary based on events or donor availability

- Proven success in donor development, major gifts, or nonprofit fundraising

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident and professional presence

- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

- Experience with CRM software (preferably Blackbaud) and donor data management

- Strategic thinker with ability to develop and implement actionable plans

- Willingness to travel within the region and occasionally participate in national team gatherings