Chief Officer of Development & Partnerships (Volunteer Leadership Position)

Job Summary Chosen Generation International is an independent, non-denominational, Christ-centered Christian ministry dedicated to reaching, discipling, mentoring, equipping, and empowering children, teenagers, and young adults to discover their God-given identity, purpose, and calling.

Through evangelism, discipleship, leadership development, mentoring, life-skills training, community outreach, and compassionate service, we seek to raise a generation that knows Christ, lives with purpose, and positively influences families, communities, and nations.

We are currently in a foundational building phase, strengthening our leadership, organizational structure, partnerships, and ministry programs in preparation for sustainable growth and future expansion.

Position Summary

Chosen Generation International is seeking a mature, strategic, relationship-oriented Christian leader to serve as our Chief Officer of Development & Partnerships .

This senior volunteer leadership position is responsible for helping establish and lead the ministry's development, fundraising, strategic partnerships, donor relations, sponsorship initiatives, and organizational growth strategies.

The successful candidate will help build relationships with churches, Christian organizations, businesses, foundations, individual supporters, community organizations, and potential ministry partners who share our commitment to serving children and young people.

As a member of the Senior Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Officer will collaborate with the Founder and other senior leaders to develop sustainable strategies that strengthen the ministry's foundation, expand its resources, and support its mission and vision.

This is an opportunity to help build a ministry from the ground up and contribute to its long-term development and impact.

Key Responsibilities

1. Development Strategy and Planning

• Develop and implement a ministry-wide development and resource mobilization strategy.
• Identify funding opportunities, organizational needs, and potential growth opportunities.
• Help establish realistic short-term and long-term development goals.
• Create development plans that support ministry programs, operations, and strategic priorities.
• Help build sustainable systems for organizational growth.

1. Strategic Partnerships

• Identify and cultivate relationships with churches, ministries, Christian organizations, businesses, nonprofits, and community partners.
• Develop partnership proposals, collaboration opportunities, and ministry partnership initiatives.
• Establish relationships with organizations that can contribute funding, volunteers, expertise, resources, or program support.
• Represent the ministry professionally in approved partnership discussions.
• Help develop and maintain a network of trusted ministry and community partners.

1. Fundraising and Resource Development

• Help develop ethical and sustainable fundraising strategies.
• Research potential donors, grants, foundations, sponsorships, and other appropriate funding opportunities.
• Assist with preparing fundraising proposals, sponsorship packages, and donor presentations.
• Support campaigns for children's and youth programs, leadership development, outreach, missions, and community service.
• Help establish appropriate fundraising procedures and accountability practices.
• Collaborate with the Finance Director/CFO on development budgets, funding priorities, and reporting.

1. Donor Relations and Stewardship

• Develop strategies for identifying, engaging, and retaining donors and supporters.
• Help create donor communication, appreciation, and follow-up systems.
• Promote transparency, integrity, accountability, and responsible stewardship of donated resources.
• Help prepare updates that demonstrate how contributions support the ministry's mission.
• Protect confidential donor information and follow organizational policies.

1. Organizational Growth and Sustainability

• Work with senior leadership to identify the resources needed to strengthen the ministry's foundation.
• Help develop systems, procedures, and relationships that support future expansion.
• Identify opportunities for grants, sponsorships, in-kind donations, and strategic collaborations.
• Contribute to annual planning, development goals, and organizational priorities.
• Help establish measurable outcomes for development and partnership activities.

1. Senior Executive Leadership Responsibilities

• Serve as an active member of the Senior Executive Leadership Team.
• Participate in senior leadership meetings, planning sessions, and organizational assessments.
• Collaborate with other senior directors to align development efforts with ministry priorities.
• Provide professional recommendations, honest feedback, and strategic advice to the Founder and senior leadership.
• Help identify organizational challenges, risks, and opportunities.
• Support a healthy leadership culture characterized by humility, teamwork, integrity, accountability, and servant leadership.
• Provide regular progress reports on development activities, partnership opportunities, and agreed-upon goals.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience

• A mature Christian faith and a commitment to biblical principles and Christ-centered ministry.
• Demonstrated integrity, humility, reliability, and a servant-leadership attitude.
• Experience or demonstrated ability in fundraising, nonprofit development, strategic partnerships, donor relations, business development, grant research, or organizational growth.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, networking, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop plans, organize projects, establish priorities, and follow through on commitments.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare proposals, presentations, and professional correspondence.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse, international leadership team.
• Good judgment, discretion, and respect for confidential information.
• Willingness to work independently in a remote, volunteer environment.
• Commitment to child and youth protection, ethical conduct, and organizational accountability.

Previous nonprofit, ministry, community development, business development, or international partnership experience is an advantage. Relevant professional experience is welcome even if it was gained outside a church or nonprofit organization.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine heart for children, teenagers, and young adults.
• Understands the importance of building strong foundations before pursuing significant expansion.
• Is a self-starter who can turn ideas into practical plans and measurable results.
• Is comfortable initiating conversations and developing new relationships.
• Can contribute expertise, creativity, and strategic thinking without needing constant supervision.
• Is willing to help build systems and opportunities rather than simply maintain an established department.
• Values collaboration, constructive feedback, accountability, and shared mission.
• Understands that this is a developing organization where priorities and systems will continue to mature.

First 90-Day Priorities

During the initial 90-day period, the successful candidate will work with the Founder and senior leadership to:

• Assess the ministry's current development needs, resources, and partnership opportunities.
• Prepare an initial development and strategic partnership plan.
• Identify a preliminary list of prospective donors, churches, organizations, sponsors, and funding opportunities.
• Develop a practical approach to partnership outreach and donor communication.
• Establish measurable goals and a reporting process for ongoing development activities.

The initial 90 days will serve as a mutual evaluation and onboarding period, with regular communication and feedback to determine role fit, progress, and next steps.

Time Commitment

This is a volunteer leadership position. The expected time commitment and responsibilities will be discussed and agreed upon with the successful candidate, taking into account the ministry's current stage of development and the candidate's availability.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to help build and shape an emerging international Christian ministry.
• A meaningful leadership role serving children, teenagers, and young adults.
• The opportunity to contribute to strategic planning and organizational development.
• Collaboration with a developing international team of Christian leaders.
• Opportunities to use your professional gifts, experience, and calling in service to others.
• The opportunity to help establish partnerships that can strengthen programs and create lasting community impact.

Pay: $5.00 - $25.00 per day

Work Location: Remote