Executive Director
Our Story:
ARDF-US serves as the official international relief and development arm of The Anglican Church
in North America (ACNA). ARDF-US connects Anglican churches with resources as they meet the needs of their communities, expanding the Kingdom of Christ through their work. ARDF-US is
the silent partner in the background, working with the local church to encourage families and communities with practical help and solid solutions through a living Gospel that feeds body,
soul and spirit. Relief is the one place ARDF-US works both domestically and internationally by resourcing churches that are providing relief to survivors after a disaster and providing needed funding for crisis response.
ARDF-US invests most of its resources in international development coming alongside the
local church around the world because sustainable projects help communities flourish over the long term. These projects include Community Development, Economic Empowerment, Education, Evangelism and Discipleship, Food Security and Health (such as schools, clinics, community centers, etc.). As a fundraising organization, we are honored to play a role in resourcing our partners and we get excited when we can help them accomplish the visions and goals for their communities. ARDF-US recognizes the value of the local church in transforming communities through changed lives and changed hearts.
About the Position:
The Executive Director position is a full-time, executive/management position, reporting to the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors of the Anglican Relief and Development Fund- U.S. (ARDF-US). As detailed below, the Executive Director is responsible for overseeing administration, programs and strategic planning of the organization. In addition, key responsibilities include fundraising, vision casting, and organizational/ leadership skills.
We are seeking candidates with a strong Christian faith aligned with the vision and mission of ARDF-US. Candidates should have experience in fundraising, executive leadership, cross-cultural relations, and the ability to serve as a global ambassador for ARDF-US. Familiarity with international development and with relief programs are preferred.
Hours: Full-Time
Salary Range: $120,000-$140,000 annually
Reports to: Executive Committee and Board of Directors
Location: Remote – Domestic and International travel required.
Benefits: Health, 403(b), life insurance, and paid time off that includes vacation, sick, and holidays.
Job Duties
- Develop and implement a strong fundraising effort with demonstrated results, including identifying and cultivating major donors and middle-level donors with the potential for growth, maintaining personal relations with major donors, and managing staff to assist.
- Provide strong leadership in vision and vision casting, with updates to the existing strategic plan as appropriate for Board approval.
- Provide strong oversight of non-profit financial management, including planning, budgeting and cash flow management.
- Effectively manage and lead staff and outside consultants.
- Proactively increase Board engagement and involvement in fundraising, travel and programs.
- Travel to meet donors and partner churches, and visit international projects.
- Grow the organization’s presence and engagement with ACNA leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
- Have a strong faith in Christ and demonstrate the fruit of the Holy Spirit in life.
- A member of an Anglican Church.
- United States citizenship.
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
- Proven track record in professional fundraising with the ability to implement a successful fundraising strategy and build strong donor relations.
- Strong knowledge and experience in non-profit leadership and in non-profit financial and budget management.
- Strong written, verbal and public speaking skills, demonstrating an ability to effectively communicate the organization’s mission.
- Experience in international development oversight.
- Experience in disaster relief oversight preferred.
- Willingness and ability to travel in the U.S. and internationally.