Regional Network Expansion Leader - National Christian Foundation

Over the next 25 years, the United States is expected to experience an extraordinary wealth transfer, with an estimated $84 trillion being passed from one generation to the next by 2045, with up to $1.8 trillion of that wealth transfer projected for Tennessee. The National Christian Foundation (NCF) is a leader in the Christian giving space - helping families develop wise giving strategies for current and future giving. NCF is strategically positioned to guide Christian families, who have been entrusted with much, to make a lasting Kingdom impact as they plan for the stewardship of their wealth.

Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, National Christian Foundation (NCF) is a 501(c)(3) charitable grantmaking ministry that provides creative giving solutions and inspires biblical generosity among Christian families, advisors, and charities. NCF has received more than $26 billion in contributions and made more than $21 billion in giver-recommended grants to 90,000 charities. NCF is an industry leader in accepting gifts of appreciated assets such as stocks, real estate, and business interests, which enable givers to save taxes and maximize charitable gifts. We combine a faith-based approach and like-minded local presence with the support and expertise of a trusted national organization. Learn more at www.ncfgiving.com.

Position Overview

NCF is expanding its presence to the vibrant Nashville metropolitan area, an epicenter of faith, economic growth, and generosity. The fastest growing Christian market in the country, known as a hub for Christian publishing, gospel music, and faith-based nonprofits, Nashville is uniquely positioned to have an impact on the larger movement of biblical generosity taking place around the world. The city’s deep-rooted Christian values and strong charitable culture, position it as an ideal location to work together with advocates, givers, advisors, and ministries to build a generous giving community. The vision for NCF Nashville is that God will use this ministry to further a movement of Biblical generosity that will spread throughout Nashville, Davidson, Murfreesboro, Franklin, and north-central Tennessee.

We are seeking a leader to plant the Next Generous NCF Community. A proactive, relational, and faith-driven leader to pioneer the establishment of a new National Christian Foundation (NCF) office in the Nashville metropolitan area. This visionary leader will serve as a convener for generosity, building the foundation for a thriving community of givers, advocates, and advisors aligned with NCF’s mission to inspire Biblical stewardship and generosity.

This is a pioneering opportunity to lay the foundation for a generosity-driven community. Over the next two to three years, the successful candidate will establish the key pillars—building relationships, assembling a board of champions, and fostering a network of advisors—creating a launchpad for sustained impact. Following the successful establishment and foundational groundwork, this position will be assessed for its potential to evolve into a long-term leadership role within the NCF Nashville office. Alternatively, as part of NCF’s overall growth strategy and expansion goals, this position may be considered to pioneer the establishment of a new office as NCF continues to expand.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive, visionary with an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong background in leadership, relationship management, business development, and marketing/channel development. An established, respected leader in the Nashville community with existing networks and relationships who can inspire others to join in the mission of Biblical generosity.

Just as church planters lay the groundwork for thriving congregations, this leader will plant and nurture a generosity movement in Nashville—uniting people of faith, stewarding resources for Kingdom impact, and setting the stage for a lasting legacy of giving, while committed to excellence, with a passion and calling for the work of NCF.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following strengths, characteristics, and qualifications, fulfilling these responsibilities either directly or by collaborating with local advocates.

Reports to: Network Relations, VP of Growth

Management/Supervision: None

Duties & Responsibilities

Catalyze Generosity in Nashville: Establish a Kingdom-focused, sustainable movement of generosity in the Nashville area by uniting a board of champions and a network of advisors. This group will advocate for NCF and inspire a culture of giving that creates lasting impact within and beyond the community. The outcome will be a fully operational local board and a newly established office.

Disciple and Develop Strong Champions: Recruit, coach, and develop an extended circle of like-minded individuals who will carry forward the mission of NCF in the area. This includes mentoring advocates in generosity, leadership, and community-building. These 'champions' will advance the mission of NCF Nashville by contributing financially, connecting their network to NCF, inviting and attending local events, and playing a key role in shaping the strategic plan for NCF Nashville's success.

Foster Relationships with High-Capacity Prospects: Initiate and nurture relationships with high- and ultra-high-capacity givers (HCG/UHCGs), walking alongside them in their spiritual journey of generosity. This includes shepherding them as they seek to give more abundantly and purposefully through NCF’s offerings and services, such as cash and non-cash giving strategies.

Encourage Generous Stewardship: Help givers maximize their impact through creative giving strategies, such as utilizing donor-advised funds and non-cash asset gifts, to grow contributions, assets, and grants. Engage existing givers by building trust, motivating giving strategies, fostering relationships, and connecting them to the larger community for future generosity and succession planning.

Channel Development: Develop strategic relationships with targeted (new and existing) advisors (financial planners, accountants and attorneys) and ministries. Reach and influence organizations with a constituency that desires to increase their capacity for giving and kingdom impact. Network with community partners, ministries, organizations, and councils.

Strategic Planning: Work with national NCF leadership and the Nashville local board of champions to develop innovative approaches to help families unite multiple generations around the value and blessings of biblical generosity and determine a strategic growth plan and priorities for NCF Nashville as it serves communities in the Nashville community.

Personal, Spiritual, and Professional Development

• Demonstrates a commitment to personal, spiritual, and professional maturity through regular prayer, study of Scripture and other Christian learning mechanisms.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational seminars, workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

Building Christian Community Through Demonstrating Biblical Principles

• Actively integrates biblical principles in day-to-day behavior, exhibiting unremitting integrity and strong moral character.
• Model daily faithfulness to God and love and service to others.
• Prays regularly for employees, givers, and charities involved with NCF.
• Regularly participates in NCF Devotions and other NCF community building events.

Keyword: Regional Network Expansion Leader
Required Experience:

Christ Centered

• Profession that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
• Lifestyle that is consistent with the teachings of Jesus and the Bible.
• Agreement and support of NCF’s Statement of Faith.
• Demonstrates the values of faithfulness, love, and service.
• A sincere and deepening Christian faith and active participant in local church.

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certification preferred. (MBA, JD, CFA, CKA, CFP, CPA, CAP, CTFA).

Experience

• A minimum of 10-15 years of previous experience in one of the following is essential: outside sales, relationship management, business development, leading successful teams, marketing/channel development, financial services/planning, law and/or accounting.
• Involvement with Kingdom Advisors, C12, Convene or other Christian business or leadership forums a plus.
• Understanding of the generous giving space, Journey of Generosity (JOG) experience a plus.
• Previous experience serving high net worth individuals, families, and advisors preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic business financial reports preferred (e.g. P & L, Balance Sheet).
• Basic understanding of personal tax rules preferred.
• Strong local network in the Nashville preferred.

Knowledge Base

• Working knowledge of a CRM tool preferred (e.g., Salesforce).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of charitable, non-profit, foundation, and/or donor- related subject matters preferred.
• Some marketing and social media experience a plus (working knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Able to perform duties independently.
• Knowledge of file sharing platform helpful (e.g. SharePoint).

Competencies

• Passionate Passionate about NCF’s Mission - Must have an intrinsic motivation to come to work based on their heart for biblical generosity, stewardship and transformation in the lives of individuals.
• Relational; Natural ability to connect with givers and influence change - This person is personally motivated to connect and engage with high-capacity givers in a natural, relational way.
• Intellectually and Socially Curious - Must be motivated to learn more about people, their story, their calling, and the assets they have been entrusted with, and will work to understand and stay current with respect to the latest gift-planning and stewardship techniques.
• Strong Communicator - Will possess the ability to recognize and communicate information and new ideas in a compelling way. Takes the time to listen and can understand where giver is coming from and what their goals are.
• Behavioral and Linguistic Flexibility - Must be able to adapt communication styles and behavior depending on the audience.
• Proactive; Natural at following through - This person is a self-directed individual who independently initiates their schedule, manages their week, conducts follow-up, and sees opportunities through to their completion.
• Positive team player - This person has a positive attitude and works well with community advocates, champions, and national leadership to create solutions.
• Servant Leader - Must have a desire to lead others through serving and inspiring.

Strengths and Personality

• Ideal Traits and Strengths: Seeking an enthusiastic, persuasive, and adaptable self-starter with a big-picture mindset and strong relational skills. Excels in positivity and empathy, driving results while inspiring and connecting with others.
• Ideal Leadership Mix: 40% Influencing Others, 25% Building Relationships, 20% Strategic Thinking, 15% Execution (2/3 "people" oriented and 1/3 "task").

Nature and Scope

• Reporting Relationship: This position reports to the Network Relations, VP of Growth and does not supervise other individuals at present.
• Employment Status: Full-time. This role is designed as a 2-3 year commitment, with the possibility of extension depending on performance and organizational needs.
• Work Schedule: 40 hours per week. Additional hours may be required during the peak work periods and projects. Primary travel throughout Nashville metropolitan area, with additional travel to NCF functions in Alpharetta, GA. and other cities as needed.
• Work Environment: 20% home-office; 80% external (meeting with community champions, givers, advisors, etc).
• Location: Greater Nashville metro area.

Applicants should read more about NCF’s vision, mission, and beliefs by visiting our website at www.ncfgiving.com/about/

If you are interested in serving at NCF, please apply online at www.ncfgiving.com/careers

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From: National Christian Foundation