Director of Advancement and Strategic Partnerships

Job Title : Director of Advancement and Strategic Partnerships

Department : Advancement.

Location : ABWE International Headquarters, New Cumberland, PA.

Type : Full-Time | Salary | Exempt.

Supervisor : Vice President, Strategic Partnerships.

Are you ready to lead organizational growth to fuel gospel impact around the world?

Do you see advancement not just as fundraising, but as ministry—connecting vision, generosity, and global mission? Are you energized by building partnerships, developing people, and crafting strategies that multiply resources for the kingdom? If so, you may be the next Director of Advancement and Strategic Partnerships at ABWE.

The Opportunity :

ABWE exists to fulfill the Great Commission by multiplying leaders, churches, and missions movements among every people.

As our Director of Advancement and Strategic Partnerships , you’ll play a pivotal role in expanding that mission’s reach. You’ll lead a growing team, deepen donor relationships, and create pathways for individuals, churches, and organizations to invest strategically in gospel impact.

This is a role for a builder and connector—someone who loves vision, relationships, and results. Your leadership will directly influence how ABWE mobilizes resources and partnerships to reach the nations.

What You’ll Do :

• Lead and grow a high-performing advancement team, including legacy giving, donor development, and partnership engagement functions.
• Design and implement strategies that cultivate major donors, churches, and partner organizations.
• Develop and manage comprehensive legacy and planned giving initiatives in partnership with Finance and Legal.
• Create compelling campaigns and initiatives that inspire generosity and partnership across the ABWE network.
• Represent ABWE at conferences, donor events, and networking opportunities—connecting the global mission with mission-minded partners.
• Collaborate across teams (Communications, Engagement, Global Ministries) to align messaging, storytelling, and impact reporting.
• Oversee donor portfolios with excellence, ensuring personalized engagement and long-term stewardship.
• Use data-driven insight to refine advancement strategies, improve processes, and track growth trends.
• Host and coordinate events that connect donors and leaders to the frontlines of ministry.

What You Bring :

Who You Are :

Why Join ABWE?

For nearly 100 years, ABWE has been equipping missionaries, planting churches, and mobilizing partners to reach the unreached. We’re a collaborative team passionate about advancing the gospel with excellence and authenticity. Here, your leadership will directly shape how God’s resources flow to the frontlines of global mission.

You’ll join a community of believers who pray together, serve together, and celebrate together—all with one shared goal : to see Christ known among every people.

Ready to Make a Global Impact?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to start a conversation. Apply today and help us grow the partnerships that fuel gospel transformation around the world.

The full job description and application is on our website : https : / / abwe.org / jobs /