At Scholar Leaders, we cultivate Christian theological leaders from the Majority World for lifetimes of impact in churches and societies. Through PhD scholarships, initiatives that strengthen theological institutions, and programs that connect theological leadership with the needs of Church and society, we work alongside leaders and institutions seeking to serve their communities with wisdom, creativity, and faithfulness. We are looking for a BiblioTech Sales & Advancement Officer to (1) expand the reach of our BiblioTech digital library platform and (2) contribute to fundraising with our support base, especially major and mid-level donors. The first half of this role is focused on sales and marketing for BiblioTech, Scholar Leaders’ digital theological resource platform: https://bibliotechsl.com/. Through this platform, we provide books and videos for theological schools and learners around the world. The person in this role will build relationships with prospective institutional subscribers (mostly Majority World seminaries), learn about their needs and priorities, communicate BiblioTech’s value, and lead demonstrations and follow-up so that institutions subscribe to the product. Second, the role will support Scholar Leaders’ advancement efforts by cultivating donor relationships and inspiring people to contribute financially to our mission. Both dimensions of the role depend on the same strengths: listening well, understanding institutional and individual priorities, communicating a compelling vision, sustaining relationships over time, and asking people to make a financial commitment. As the role develops, its balance may evolve according to organizational needs and demonstrated success.
What You’ll Do:
Grow BiblioTech’s Institutional Subscription Base Engage theological schools for which BiblioTech can meaningfully strengthen teaching, learning, and access to theological resources; Build relationships with administrators, librarians, faculty, and other institutional decision-makers; Listen carefully to prospective partners to understand their educational priorities, resource constraints, technology context, and decision-making processes; Introduce institutions to BiblioTech through individual conversations, presentations, webinars, and product demonstrations; Communicate BiblioTech’s value clearly and persuasively, helping prospective partners understand both the quality of its resources and the distinctive needs it is designed to address; Develop thoughtful and persistent follow-up that moves interested institutions from initial conversation toward subscription; Maintain a disciplined system for tracking prospective institutions, conversations, commitments, next steps, and results; Represent BiblioTech at gatherings where relationships with prospects can be developed; and Help refine BiblioTech’s sales approach based on experience in the field. Participate in Raising Funds for Scholar Leaders Develop relationships with prospective donors, partners, and supporters who are interested in the mission and work of Scholar Leaders; Communicate Scholar Leaders’ mission and impact in ways that are clear, credible, and compelling; Participate in donor visits, events, and other relationship-building opportunities; Work with the rest of the team to cultivate prospective supporters; Invite people to donate financially to the work of Scholar Leaders; and Maintain thoughtful and consistent follow-up with prospective donors and partners. Contribute to a Relational and Mission-Driven TeamWork collaboratively with colleagues across BiblioTech, advancement, marketing and communications, and organizational leadership; Bring insights from customer and donor conversations into organizational strategy conversations; Manage priorities, travel, relationships, and follow-up with a high degree of personal initiative; Exercise good judgment about when to advance an opportunity, when to listen, and when a relationship requires longer-term cultivation; Represent Scholar Leaders with cultural humility, curiosity, professionalism, and respect in a wide range of international and intercultural settings; and Other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
At least three years of professional experience in sales, advancement, development, fundraising, or another relationship-centered role; Experience in either sales or higher education advancement; Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Demonstrated ability to build trust and sustain long-term relationships with partners; Strong listening skills and the ability to understand needs before proposing solutions; Ability to communicate a compelling value proposition without relying on high-pressure sales approaches; A deep sense of personal responsibility, effective organizational habits, and consistent follow-through across multiple priorities; Ability to work independently; Comfort inviting people to make a purchase or a donation; Ease when presenting to groups, leading one-on-one conversations, and engaging senior leaders; Willingness and ability to travel approximately once per month, typically for three to four days; Ability to work effectively across cultures and with colleagues in different regions of the world; Commitment to Scholar Leaders’ Christian mission, vision, and values, as well as an interest in theological education and the global Church; and Cultural humility, curiosity, and respect for the knowledge, leadership, and priorities of Majority World institutions and partners. Especially Helpful Experience selling or representing technology products, digital platforms, educational resources, or other technology-enabled services; Non-profit fundraising; Experience living or working in the Majority World; Familiarity with higher education, seminaries, or Christian nonprofit organizations; and Professional proficiency in Spanish or French. Compensation The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000–$85,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
