JOB TITLE: Regional Development Officer
DEPARTMENT: Financial & Alumni Development
DIVISION: Institutional Advancement
SUPERVISOR: Director of Financial & Alumni Development
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
• Advance the seminary’s development program through cultivation, solicitation, and
stewardship of mid-level donors outside North Carolina.
• Build meaningful, mission-driven relationships that increase engagement and financial
support.
• Travel regionally and nationally as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES - GENERAL
• Collaborate with Financial & Alumni Development leadership in all aspects of the
program.
• Support annual giving strategies and campaign initiatives.
• Participate in meetings and assist with donor and alumni events.
• Serve as an ambassador for Southeastern.
DONOR CULTIVATION / DONOR RELATIONS
• Manage a portfolio of optimally 150 mid-level donors ($1,000–$5,000) outside NC.
• Conduct 100 significant interactions annually (50% solicitations / 50% qualification, cultivation &
stewardship).
• Use moves-management strategies to strengthen relationships.
DATA ENTRY & REPORTING
• Document all donor activity in Slate.
• Track progress toward activity and revenue goals.
• Ensure data accuracy with Advancement Operations.
OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with advancement projects and campaigns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
QualificationsKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong communication and relationship skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Fundraising or CRM experience preferred (Slate).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Strong communication and relationship skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Willingness to travel regionally and nationally as needed
- Fundraising or CRM experience (Slate)
What We Do
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is a Baptist seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina, dedicated to glorifying the Lord Jesus Christ by equipping students to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission. As the largest seminary on the east coast, it prepares men and women for vocational service in Baptist churches and Christian ministries through degrees ranging from certificates to doctorates.
