Development & Communications Director (part time)

Part-Time Development & Communications Director

Open Gate Ministries

Position Summary

The Development & Communications Director is responsible for cultivating and strengthening relationships with individual donors, churches, businesses, and community partners in support of Open Gate Ministries. This role leads fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, storytelling, and marketing efforts that increase awareness, prayer support, volunteer involvement, and financial partnership.

This position is ideal for a mission‑minded leader passionate about serving vulnerable populations, building meaningful relationships, and communicating stories of life transformation with excellence and integrity.

Hours: 20–32 hours per week (½–¾ time), depending on experience and organizational needs.

Reports to: Executive Director

Compensation: Salary negotiable based on experience, performance history, and budget

Key Responsibilities

Donor Development & Cultivation

· Build and maintain strong relationships with individual donors, churches, business sponsors, and community partners.

· Create and implement strategies for donor engagement, retention, and growth.

· Conduct donor meetings, church visits, and community presentations.

· Coordinate donor appreciation and stewardship activities.

· Identify and cultivate prospective donors.

· Research, plan and pursue new funding opportunities.

Fundraising Campaigns

· Lead the annual appeal and other major fundraising campaigns.

· Plan and execute seasonal or special fundraising initiatives.

· Collaborate with leadership to set fundraising goals and strategies.

· Track, analyze, and report fundraising performance metrics.

Communications & Marketing

· Develop compelling stories, testimonies, newsletters, and impact updates.

· Manage social media platforms and maintain a consistent online presence.

· Assist with website updates, email communications, and promotional materials.

· Capture and share stories of transformation in a respectful, mission centered manner.

· Ensure communications reflect the ministry’s faith-based identity and values.

Collaboration & Organizational Support

· Work closely with Executive Director and leadership team to advance organizational vision and sustainability.

· Support volunteer engagement and church partnership initiatives.

· Maintain donor records and communication schedules in donor management systems.

· Represent the organization professionally in the community.

· Ability to travel locally for donor meetings, church visits, and community events (mileage reimbursement provided).

· Position is primarily on‑site at Open Gate Ministries, with some flexibility for remote work when appropriate.

Qualifications

· Commitment to the mission and values of a faith-based homeless ministry.

· Experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor development, communications, or related field preferred.

· Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

· Basic marketing and social media experience.

· Organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.

· Proficiency in Micro-soft Office, Google Workplace, and social media platforms.

· Experience with donor databases or CRM systems is helpful.

· Experience with grant writing or assisting in grant preparation is preferred.

· Ability to communicate ministry impact in a Christ‑centered, compassionate, and culturally sensitive manner.

Characteristics

· Must adhere to and live in accordance with Open Gates doctrinal statement of faith.

· Passion for ministry, compassion outreach, and community transformation.

· Comfortable engaging churches, ministry leaders, and business professionals.

· Creative storyteller who can communicate impact effectively.

· Team-oriented with a servant-hearted attitude.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Application Instructions

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and any relevant communications or fundraising samples to:

Open Gate Ministries 511 N. K Street Dinuba, CA 93618

or email: [email protected]

Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 32.0 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dinuba, CA 93618