World Relief partners with churches and communities around the world to boldly engage in the world’s greatest crises.

Industry: Non-profit Organizations
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

World Relief

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Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.

If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.

**ORGANIZATION SUMMARY **

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.

Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

**POSITION SUMMARY: **

World Relief seeks a Resilience Programs Coordinator. This role supports individual and group case management activities for clients acutely impacted by vulnerabilities that impede stability and integration. The Coordinator works alongside Specialists to conduct client assessments for services for referral and walk in clients, facilitate integration workshops and group activities, and assist clients with overcoming barriers to achieve tasks related to their program goals. Activities may include research and resource development, and collaborative analysis with peers to identify upstream solutions. This position requires cultural humility, trauma-informed practice, and working knowledge of community resources.

~~This is a limited-term position funded through a grant agreement until (8/15/2026) and contingent upon funding extension. ~~

**ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: **

- Once client goals have been identified by a Specialist, the Coordinator will provide the necessary interventions to support successful intervention to achieve program goals.

- Identify appropriate internal and external referrals needed to support client success from stability and integration.

- Support the planning and facilitation of trauma-informed, culturally relevant psychoeducation groups and other workshops designed to support resilience, and positive psychosocial well-being and strong relationships

- Ensure follow-up and track external referrals to ensure client access and connection

- Documentation and Reporting: Keep accurate, timely and confidential case records in compliance with agency, funder, and legal requirements

- Research and develop resources and materials in collaboration with colleagues to identify upstream solutions to immigrant stability

- Other duties as assigned

**JOB REQUIREMENTS: **

- Mature and personal Christian faith

- Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief

- Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities

- Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document

- At least 2 years experience working or volunteering in immigrant rights work or family case management

- Demonstrated understanding of case management processes, strengths-based perspectives, and trauma-informed practice preferred

- Excellent time management and planning skills, and a keen attention to detail

- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication and conflict resolution skills

- Highly motivated with good follow through and problem-solving skills

- Skill and sensitivity working with people from various backgrounds and beliefs

- Ability to work well on a team in a synergistic work environment, a flexible and motivated team player

- Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Teams, Excel, Word) and case management software, including Dynamics and Salesforce.

- Valid driver’s license and reliable access to an insured vehicle required   Must be able to pass a background check and MVR check

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: **

- Experience working with immigrant and refugee communities

World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time, Regular, employees.

World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.

***** **

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Resilience Programs Coordinator

Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.

If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.

**ORGANIZATION SUMMARY **

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.

Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

**POSITION SUMMARY: **

This role is responsible for increasing awareness within the refugee and immigrant community to promote program services and mobilizing volunteers to support client needs.  This includes creating and distributing educational materials, participating in outreach events, fostering community partnerships, and mobilizing and training volunteers.

~~Hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office, 2 work from home days ~~

~~This is a limited-term position funded through a grant agreement until September 30, 2026, and contingent upon funding extension. ~~

**ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: **Education & Outreach 75%

- Promote awareness of the organization’s mission, services, and programs through various channels

- Establish and maintain relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and target audiences

- Develop and distribute educational materials such as brochures, informational flyers, and presentations in person, on-line, and through social media platforms promoting program services.

- Connect refugee and immigrant community members with program services and other community resources.

- Maintain clear communication with Program Manager and other World Relief staff, outside agencies and clients

- Support communications efforts as needed

- Attend staff and joint program meetings

Volunteer Engagement 20%

- Recruit, mobilize and train volunteers to support program clients

- Collaborate with all departments in the coordination and facilitation of volunteer engagement

- Track volunteer engagement metrics in databases

- Coordinate, organize, and track Gift in Kind donations

Administrative and Reporting 5%

- Maintain a database with accurate documentation of volunteer engagement, outreach efforts, donations, and outcomes in Dynamics and shared systems.

- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the overall mission and goals of World Relief Southern California

**JOB REQUIREMENTS: **

- Mature and personal Christian faith

- Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief

- Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities

- Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and nonprofit experience.

- Minimum of 1 year of experience in community engagement, partnership development, or related nonprofit work.

- Experience organizing donation drives, volunteer initiatives, or community outreach events.

- Strong public speaking and presentation skills.

- Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and clean driving record.

- Periodic evening and weekend availability required.

- Authorization to work legally in the U.S

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: **

- Familiarity with local San Diego -area service providers, community organizations, schools, and faith-based networks.

- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively across cultural, organizational, and denominational lines.

- Cultural humility and sensitivity working with immigrant and multi-ethnic communities.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and CRM tools (e.g., Dynamics).

- Fluency in a second language commonly spoken by refugees in San Diego (e.g., Dari, Pashto, Arabic, Haitian Creole, Ukrainian, or Spanish) is preferred but not required

World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time, Regular, employees.

World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.

***** **

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Community Engagement Coordinator - 2025665

Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.

If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.

**ORGANIZATION SUMMARY **

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.

Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

**POSITION SUMMARY: **

World Relief seeks a full-time Development Specialist for the Durham office. This position furthers the mission of World Relief by cultivating and expanding partnerships with current and prospective individual donors, churches, foundations, grantors, businesses and others to fund World Relief Durham’s privately funded programs for refugees and other immigrants.

~~Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite and 1 work from home day} ~~

**ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: ****Internal Tasks and Relationships: **

- Lead in the creation and implementation of an annual fundraising strategic plan to accomplish agency-wide fundraising and business development goals.

-    Lead in the creation and implementation of the long-range organizational development plan and development calendar, establishing achievable deadlines for all staff on the fundraising team.

-    Supervise staff on the fundraising team (grants coordinator, grant writers, etc.) toward the achievement of World Relief Durham’s fundraising and development goals.

-    Engage in regular meetings with the Church and Community Engagement Manager, Executive Director, World Relief’s United States Advancement Department, and program managers to review fundraising goals and clearly establish roles for shared fundraising activities and events, including making initial contacts, grant writing, donor reports, etc.

-    Serve as the primary liaison between World Relief Durham and World Relief’s United States Advancement Department to coordinate fundraising campaigns, manage incoming fundraising requests, and resolve miscategorized funding

-     Maintain a thorough understanding of WRD programs and projects in order to communicate these to donors and inspire their partnership.

-    Collect and maintain internal communications and records on activities, contacts and proposals acquired through meetings, phone calls, emails, and donor management software.

-    Maintain donor data in the organization’s database, confirming that expected awards appear in World Relief Durham records, deposited checks are assigned correctly, fundraiser relationships are assigned correctly, etc

**External Tasks and Relationships: **

-    Actively seek and develop new relationships with individual donors, churches, business/corporate donors, and philanthropic foundations.

-    Understand and effectively communicate the mission and vision of World Relief to a wide range of donor constituencies to reach or exceed annual private fundraising goals.

-    Speak to church and community groups about the mission and work of World Relief Durham, as directed by the Church and Community Engagement Manager.

-    Manage relationships and donor care through personalized gift acknowledgements, new donor communications touchpoints, one-on-one meetings, annual thank-a-thon coordination, etc.

-   Organize and/or support events that increase WRD’s visibility in the community.

-    Work with the Church and Community Engagement Manager, staff fundraising team, and the volunteer Development Team to plan and execute fundraising and outreach events throughout the year, such as our 5k and impact picnic.

-    Collaborate with the marketing staff on the local and home office levels to develop marketing and communications collateral that enhances WRD’s visibility, highlights program impact for donors, and supports overall fundraising goals

**Fundraising: **

-    Maintain and expand WRD’s portfolio of private donors, prospective donors, foundation officers, and key community relationships as part of a coordinated effort to raise support; as appropriate, pass leads to the Executive Director, Church and Community Engagement Manager, or other members of the staff fundraising team for outreach.

-    In collaboration with the Church and Community Engagement Manager and Executive Director, develop quarterly and annual work plans and metrics to measure success.

-    Maintain a working knowledge of grant writing skills and resources. When needed, share in grant writing responsibilities.

-    Supervise the Grants Coordinator in seeking out foundation and local government grant opportunities that contribute to WRD’s financial stability.

-   Supervise the creation and execution of the Grants Coordinator’s work plan, including generating letters of interest, completing applications, meeting deadlines, maintaining communication with program and foundation staff, and submitting needed reports.

-    Collaborate with Grants Coordinator for top-of-funnel donor acquisition

-     As directed by the Church and Community Engagement Manager, collaborate with World Relief’s Director of Strategic Partnerships and related networks of private donors to raise more local funds.

-    Other tasks as assigned

- This role is responsible for supervising others and includes responsibilities consistent with supervising employees, including but not limited to monitoring daily work activities, tracking and approving timesheets including approving time off, monitoring performance including entering goals, progress check-ins, and weekly or bi-weekly check-ins, documenting performance concerns, entering staff promotions, transitions, and separations in HRIS within required time frame. Managers at World Relief are also considered spiritual leaders and are expected to lead staff in a manner consistent with our Christian values, including but not limited to praying with staff, leading devotionals, and fostering a Christian environment in interactions with staff throughout World Relief

**JOB REQUIREMENTS: **

- Mature and personal Christian faith

- Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief

- Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities

- Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document

- Exceptional writing, communication, and organizational skills.

-    Strong self-starter and ability to work autonomously while prioritizing within deadlines.

-    Strong team player, willingness to learn and ask for help and a self-starter.

-   Two+ years of development and fundraising experience, including donor relationship management, or transferable experience (such as sales, account management, etc.).

-   Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and database management.

-    Valid driver’s license and vehicle required

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: **

- Certification or continuing education in grant writing, proposal development and/or fundraising a strong plus.

-    Cross-cultural experience.

-    CRM experience preferred.

-    Experience managing others preferred.

-   Comfort with public speaking

World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time, Regular, employees.

World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.

***** **

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Development Specialist #2025659

Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.

If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.

**ORGANIZATION SUMMARY **

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.

Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

**POSITION SUMMARY: **

The Employee Relations Investigator serves as the organization’s specialist for employee relations concerns, workplace investigations, and related risk mitigation. This role provides expert, impartial oversight of complaint assessment, investigative processes, findings, and recommendations while ensuring alignment with internal policy, legal requirements, and organizational values. The position also strengthens enterprise capability through training, process improvement, and partnership with key stakeholders to promote accountability, consistency, and employee trust.

**ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: **

- Conduct or direct impartial investigations involving non-SEAH alleged violations of policy, code of conduct, employee misconduct, or other workplace concerns

- Develop investigation strategies, conduct interviews, gather and assess evidence, and document findings to support objective and well-founded decision-making

- Prepare clear investigative reports, communicate findings and risk implications, and recommend corrective or preventive actions when trends or systemic issues are identified

- Partner with various cross-functional teams/individuals such as: Human Resources Partners, Accountability and Safeguarding, Finance, General Counsel, and other leaders to ensure coordinated, confidential, and consistent management of sensitive matters.

- Advise leaders on employee relations best practices, investigation protocols, and appropriate responses to reported concerns

- Review and recommend changes (when appropriate) to strengthen policies, procedures, controls, and investigative protocols to improve compliance, consistency, and organizational effectiveness.

- Identify emerging employee relations and compliance risks and coordinate with appropriate stakeholders to support timely mitigation

- Develop and deliver training for employees, volunteers, and other stakeholders on ethics, internal reporting, code of conduct expectations, and investigation-related processes

- Coordinate with external agencies or law enforcement when necessary and appropriate

- Perform other related duties as assigned

**JOB REQUIREMENTS: **

- Mature and personal Christian faith

- Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief

- Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities

- Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document

- Exceptional ability to maintain confidentiality and handle highly sensitive information with sound judgment

- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws, regulations, and internal policies relevant to employee relations and investigations

- Ability to adapt to organizational needs and operate effectively in a dynamic, mission-driven environment

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related business software

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: **

- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to navigate sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.

- Strong investigative, fact-finding, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities

- Sound judgment and the ability to assess risk, manage complexity, and make well-reasoned recommendations.

- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and build credibility across diverse stakeholders

- Strong organization and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively.

- Cultural awareness, emotional maturity, and the ability to communicate with diplomacy across varied contexts

World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time, Regular, employees.

World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.

***** **

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Employee Relations Investigator - 2025724

Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.

If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.

**ORGANIZATION SUMMARY **

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.

Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

**POSITION SUMMARY: **

The National Director of Principal Gifts is a senior‑level fundraising leader responsible for securing transformational philanthropic investments&mdash;typically $1 million and above&mdash;from ultra‑high‑net‑worth partners nationwide. Reporting to the Vice President of Strategic Engagement, this role plays a critical part in advancing World Relief’s mission by cultivating deep, trust‑based relationships with donors who feel called to invest significantly in God’s work in the world’s greatest crises.  This role serves as both a front‑line principal gifts officer and a strategic partner to executive leadership, collaborating closely with the CEO, senior leaders, and board members. The National Director invites partners into bold expressions of generosity by faithfully stewarding relationships, articulating compelling opportunities for impact, and grounding fundraising practice in a distinctly Christian theology of generosity.

**ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: **Principal Gifts Fundraising & Relationship Management

- Manage a national portfolio of 25-40 ultra‑high‑net‑worth donors and prospects with the capacity to make seven‑figure gifts

- Lead partners through the full principal gift engagement cycle—qualification, cultivation, solicitation, commitment, and stewardship—resulting in transformational philanthropy.

- Design and execute customized, donor‑centric strategies that align partner passions with World Relief’s mission, strategies, and funding priorities

- Secure principal‑level outright gifts that advance national, global, and programmatic initiatives through accountability to lead indicator targets and revenue goals.

Faith‑Centered Donor Engagement

- Integrate personal faith in Jesus Christ into donor relationships with authenticity, humility, and pastoral sensitivity.

- Engage partners spiritually as appropriate, recognizing philanthropy as both a calling and an invitation into faithful Kingdom participation.

- Demonstrate pastoral care and spiritual leadership in conversations with partners, particularly as they discern significant generosity

- Embrace and model World Relief’s fundraising values, including those articulated in Henri Nouwen’s The Spirituality of Fundraising, treating donors as partners—not means to an end.

Strategic Partnership with Leadership & Board

- Partner closely with the CEO, VP SED, and senior leaders in developing cultivation and solicitation strategies for top‑tier partners

- Prepare and deliver high‑impact proposals, briefings, cases for support, and stewardship reports appropriate for a principal gift audience

- Facilitate authentic, purpose‑driven interactions between partners and senior leaders that strengthen long‑term commitment.

- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on principal gift strategy, donor discernment, and philanthropic engagement

Pipeline Development & National Reach

- Identify, qualify, and cultivate new principal gift prospects through national networks, referrals, peer fundraisers, board connections, and strategic events

- Build and manage a robust principal gifts pipeline with clear strategies, projections, and next steps

- Collaborate with prospect research and peer fundraisers to prioritize high‑capacity opportunities across regions and portfolios

- Help support the whole of the Strategic Engagement team through equipping frontline fundraisers to pursue principal gifts in their own portfolios.

- Represent World Relief with excellence at national donor gatherings, small group experiences, and relationship‑building events

Stewardship, Accountability & Collaboration

- Steward principal gift partners with integrity, transparency, and gratitude, reinforcing trust and long‑term partnership.

- Maintain accurate donor strategies, records, and activity reports in accordance with organizational and database standards

- Participate in principal gifts portfolio reviews, forecasting, and goal‑tracking processes

- Collaborate across the Strategic Engagement Division to ensure donor engagement aligns with enterprise‑wide fundraising priorities and culture

**JOB REQUIREMENTS: **

- Mature and personal Christian faith

- Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief

- Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities

- Ability to affirm and actively live out World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document

- Demonstrated integration of personal faith into professional life with maturity, discernment, and grace

- Bachelor’s degree required

- 7-10+ years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, with a proven track record securing $1M+ gifts

- Experience engaging ultra‑high‑net‑worth individuals and partnering with senior executives and boards

- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and storytelling skills.

- Strategic and relational thinker with the ability to navigate complex donor journeys and long cultivation cycles

- Collaborative spirit with experience operating effectively in national or matrixed fundraising environments

- Proficiency with fundraising systems and tools (e.g., Raiser’s Edge NXT, Microsoft applications)

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: **

- Advanced degree preferred

- Additional participation in philanthropic societies and advanced industry training in principal gifts

World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time, Regular, employees.

World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.

***** **

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

National Director of Principal Gifts - 2025728

Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.

If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.

**ORGANIZATION SUMMARY **

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.

Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

**POSITION SUMMARY: **

World Relief seeks an Outreach Coordinator, a position that works as part of the Extended Case Management (ECM) team and is responsible for advancing program enrollment through targeted outreach, partner engagement, and referral development. This role prioritizes outreach activities that lead to direct client referrals from external partners and service providers, with the goal of increasing enrollment in ECM programs. Serving as a key ambassador to community organizations, faith communities, and public agencies, the Outreach Coordinator ensures programs are visible and accessible while maintaining a clear focus on referral quality, enrollment outcomes, and programs with unmet enrollment needs. This role is well‑suited for individuals who enjoy community‑based work, relationship‑building, and outcome‑driven outreach focused on connecting people to services.

~~This is a limited-term position funded through a grant agreement until September 30, 2026, and contingent upon funding extension. ~~

**ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: ****Community Outreach & Client Recruitment **

- Actively increase program awareness and recruit eligible clients through strategic outreach, community engagement, and referral partnerships.

- Conduct direct outreach through community events, presentations, workshops, tabling, and virtual or in-person informational sessions.

- Serve as a point of contact for prospective clients, providing accurate program information and supporting referral and enrollment processes.

- Follow up with referred or interested clients to encourage successful program enrollment, in collaboration with program teams.

**Partnership Development & Engagement **

- Collaborate with the Church & Community Partnership Specialist to build and sustain mutually beneficial partnerships with service providers, health care providers, the Department of Social Services, related organizations, and faith communities, with the goal of increasing client enrollment.

- Facilitate virtual and in-person meetings with community partners to increase awareness of World Relief Sacramento services and programs.

- Work in collaboration with the Community Engagement Department to follow up with partners, strengthen referral pipelines, and expand program visibility.

- Represent World Relief Sacramento across the Sacramento region by attending local network meetings, coalitions, and community events.

**Outreach Materials & Communications **

- Create, update, and disseminate client-facing promotional and educational materials; ensure materials are culturally responsive, translated, and accessible for diverse populations.   Contribute to outreach-related communication efforts, including coordination with social media, email, or community announcement channels as appropriate.

**Enrollment Strategy & Pipeline Management **

- Prioritize outreach efforts toward programs with low or at‑risk enrollment.

- Coordinate closely with ECM program staff to understand eligibility criteria, capacity, and enrollment timelines.

- Track outreach‑to‑enrollment conversion trends and adjust strategies accordingly.   Identify common barriers to enrollment and recommend solutions to supervisors and program teams.

**Data Tracking, Documentation, Reporting & Outreach Metrics **

- Collaborate with Intake and Program staff to verify intake, eligibility, and enrollment workflows, including clarifying roles and responsibilities related to documentation, case notes, and information sharing for client case files.

- Track outreach activities, partner engagements, referrals, and client enrollments in designated systems and databases (e.g., Dynamics, Microsoft Teams).

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date contact records for partners and community members for reporting and compliance purposes.

- Monitor outreach outcomes against enrollment and engagement goals and share insights with supervisors and program staff to improve outreach strategies.

- Support reporting requirements related to grants, contracts, or internal performance metrics as assigned.

**Collaboration & Organizational Engagement **

- Support with interpretation for workshops/cohorts

- Collaborate effectively across World Relief Sacramento staff and departments to align outreach efforts with program capacity and organizational priorities.

- Attend department meetings, team meetings, and internal or external World Relief meetings as requested.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

**JOB REQUIREMENTS: **

- Mature and personal Christian faith

- Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief

- Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities

- Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document

- Strong written and verbal communication skills; familiarity with tailoring messaging to diverse stakeholder groups

- Bilingual in Ukrainian or Russian language

- Requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: **

- Ability to work effectively and sensitively with people of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.

- Demonstrated ability to network and build relationships.

- Strong interpersonal skills and clear verbal & written communication skills.

- Proactive in initiating relationships and making connections between people and programs; background in developing organizational partnerships preferred.

- Proven customer service and administrative skills.

- Self-motivated worker with the ability to demonstrate initiative and work well as part of a team.

- Strong skills to motivate and inspire a diverse group of people; Must have the ability to work under pressure with flexibility in a virtual or in-person team setting.

- Strong follow-through and problem-solving skills.

World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time employees.

World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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