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You will conduct legal review of church and ministry governing documents, handbooks, policies, and some contracts; consult directly with churches and ministries to advise on their legal rights and responsibilities; assist in preparing and revising legal resources; and engage in public advocacy such as speaking, blogging, and appearing in all forms of media upon ADF's request. Educate ministries about threats to their religious liberty—and about means to address these threats—through speaking engagements, publications, conference calls, webinars, web-based resources, and other means.

Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our <a href="https://adflegal.org/about-us/careers/statement-of-faith/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" style="color:rgb( 53 , 152 , 219 )" target="_blank">Statement of Faith</a> to ensure we're a fit for you.Team OverviewIn this role, you will report to the Deputy Director of the Church & Ministry Alliance (CMA) Legal Program Team. You will primarily serve as a resource to ministries and ministry leaders, providing day-to-day operational and legal assistance in support of their religious missions. You will conduct legal review of church and ministry governing documents, handbooks, policies, and some contracts; consult directly with churches and ministries to advise on their legal rights and responsibilities; assist in preparing and revising legal resources; and engage in public advocacy such as speaking, blogging, and appearing in all forms of media upon ADF's request. You will meet established legal service objectives and be responsible for providing exceptional service to CMA members.Locations: Scottsdale, AZ / Lansdowne, VA / Dallas, TXKey Responsibilities<ul><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Provide day-to-day operational legal assistance to faith-based ministries to enable them to effectively carry out their religious missions.</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Formulate legal advice, resources, policies, and best practices addressing various aspects of ministry operations.</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Assist ministries in the adoption, initial implementation, and consistent application of such policies, procedures, and practices.</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Advise ministries about threats to the religious liberty of the Church, and steps to protect that religious liberty, whether generally or in response to specific situations.</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Educate ministries about threats to their religious liberty—and about means to address these threats—through speaking engagements, publications, conference calls, webinars, web-based resources, and other means.</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Be able to establish and cultivate relationships with churches across the evangelical and/or denominational spectrum.</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Cultivate a growing knowledge base related to churches, ministry organizations, and Christian schools.</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Develop various resources on topics related to churches, ministry organizations, or schools.</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Advise Allied Attorneys on referred matters within areas of legal competence.</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Network and develop relationships with potential Church & Ministry Alliance members.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications<ul><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">J.D., active license in at least one US state bar, and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction within one year</li><li style="font-family:'georgia' , 'palatino' , serif">Bachelor's degree; J.D.; license to practice law in relevant jurisdiction.</li></ul>

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Consistently increase in understanding of Buckner Children and Family Services (BCFS) and Buckner Retirement Services (BRS) service offerings in detail to effectively communicate the value added for churches, denominations, non-profits and networks. As a Development Officer, Church Engagement you will play an important role in developing, maintaining, and expanding strategic relationships between Buckner International and assigned churches, nonprofit organizations, and individuals.

Buckner International Location: Buckner Support Center Location: Dallas, TX - Hybrid Address: 12377 Merit Drive, Suite 900, Dallas, TX 75251 Job Schedule: Full-Time We are seeking a Development Officer, Church Engagement to join our team committed to creating outstanding partnerships with our community. As a Development Officer, Church Engagement you will play an important role in developing, maintaining, and expanding strategic relationships between Buckner International and assigned churches, nonprofit organizations, and individuals. Knowledge of the Northeast Texas and Houston regions would be preferred. Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others! What you'll do: <ul><li>Manage an assigned portfolio of churches and entities primarily for the purposes of fundraising as well as partnering in the various aspects of Buckner. These entities include but are not limited to colleges/universities, religious associations and denominations, and other Christian non-profits. </li><li>Develop, track, and implement engagement strategies for churches and non-profits in an assigned portfolio. This includes identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships (including performing moves management) with churches, pastors, and key ministry leaders. </li><li>Prepare and present appropriate written Funding Proposals that assist Buckner Development in reaching its annual fundraising goals. </li><li>Connect with churches and non-profits in a consistent and strategic manner and deepen relationships. </li><li>Promote and encourage churches and non-profits to participate in Buckner Volunteer Engagement and Buckner Missions opportunities both domestically and internationally. </li><li>Identify individuals within churches and non-profits who have an affinity for Buckner and the estimated ability to support Buckner philanthropically and introduce them to the appropriate Development Gift Officer. </li><li>Consistently increase in understanding of Buckner Children and Family Services (BCFS) and Buckner Retirement Services (BRS) service offerings in detail to effectively communicate the value added for churches, denominations, non-profits and networks. </li><li>Collaborate across departmental lines and Regions to effectively engage churches and non-profits. </li><li>Report and record all engagement activity with churches and non-profits in Buckner's CRM. This includes telephone calls, emails, correspondence, and personal visits. </li><li>Speak to groups, churches, organizations, networks, non-profits, and other related groups both domestically and internationally about the ministries of Buckner. </li><li>Cultivate and monitor relationships with outside service providers, consultants, agencies, non-profits and organizations to develop relationships domestically and internationally to enhance the delivery of services to clients. </li><li>Travel domestically and internationally as needed to monitor, assess, and help develop relationships with donors, churches, and ministry organizations. </li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>The ability to successfully identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and donor prospects in the assigned area for all Buckner ministries and programs. </li><li>A bachelor's degree in a related field is required. </li><li>A minimum of 1 years of prior related experience is required in building and sustaining relationships with constituents engaged with an organization. </li><li>Requires 1 or more years of demonstrable experience in major gift work or church engagement work where relationships and/or individual efforts resulted in more than $300,000 of funds consistently on an annual basis. </li><li>Prior experience preparing and presenting project proposals and prefers candidates that have worked in collaborative environments or initiatives thereby demonstrating they are able to communicate, coordinate, and collaborate within various stakeholders to meet fundraising goals. </li><li>Strong sense of diplomacy and demonstrated success in developing strong collaborative relationships with organizational peers and outside colleagues. </li><li>Poven successful experience in identifying, cultivating, and sustaining relationships that lead to financial or other contributions to an organization. </li><li>Strong communication skills including but not limited to negotiation, influence and consensus building in order to interface with employees at all levels within the organization as well as external vendors and agencies. This includes proficient ability to speak, read and write English. </li><li>Experience in developing, directing, and managing multiple projects, as well as implementing strategic program goals. </li><li>Recognition that the organization is a faith-based organization operating with a commitment to Christian principles. </li></ul> The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. About Buckner International: Since 1879 Buckner has been transforming lives through hands-on ministry, serving the most vulnerable from the beginning to the ending of life. Buckner is one of the oldest and most unique faith-based social service organizations of its kind, serving hundreds of thousands of people each year in the United States and around the world. Learn more about our programs and ministry at buckner.org. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants - with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.

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