Strategic leadership opportunity in fundraising, marketing, and supporter engagement.

We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and visionary Supporter Experience and Engagement Lead to join our Senior Leadership Team. This role oversees the strategic development and delivery of fundraising, marketing, and communications initiatives to grow Bible mission impact in Aotearoa and around the world.  As the leader of a multi-disciplinary team, you will develop and implement integrated engagement strategies to strengthen supporter relationships, expand funding streams, and drive public awareness of BSNZ’s mission.

 To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have senior-level experience in fundraising, marketing, or supporter engagement
• Be a collaborative leader, able to manage and inspire a creative, purpose-driven team
• Understand how to build brand, deliver campaigns, and analyse impact
• Be confident in stakeholder engagement, from donors to media representatives
• Demonstrate strategic thinking and the ability to deliver results across multiple channels
• Have experience working with digital platforms and CRM systems
• A tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, or a related field is essential
• Be passionate about Bible mission and aligned with BSNZ’s Christian ethos and values

 In return, we offer:

• A key leadership role in a respected Christian organisation with 179 years of mission service
• Strategic and meaningful work that supports Bible distribution and engagement
• A supportive team culture with room to innovate and influence
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth
• Free on-site parking at our South Auckland site
• Birthday leave to enjoy your special day!

This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) salaried position based at Bible Society’s head office in Wiri, Auckland.  Please note that this is an office-based position, and remote work is not available.

To be considered, applicants must currently reside in New Zealand and be legally entitled to work here. As we are not an accredited employer, we are unable to support any form of work or residence visa applications.

To request a position description and to apply, contact Jeanine at biblesociety.people@biblesociety.org.nz. We will consider applications as we receive them, so don’t delay!

Summary

Strategic leadership opportunity to shape fundraising, marketing, and supporter engagement that strengthens Bible mission impact in New Zealand and beyond.

Selling points

• Strategic leadership in a respected and long-serving Christian charity.
• Drive supporter engagement, grow funding streams, and expand brand presence.
• Purpose-driven role with real mission impact in a supportive team environment.

Bible Society and Manna Christian Stores are New Zealand’s premier providers of Bibles, Christian books, and Bible engagement programs. We serve all Christian churches and provide financial support to Bible projects through our Global Bible Society Fellowship. We are passionate about our work, and our values drive everything we do, from valuing each other to pursuing excellence.   

We now have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated Fundraising Specialist to join our Membership and Support Services team. In this role, you will develop and deliver fundraising campaigns, donor communications, and engagement strategies that help sustainably fund Bible mission initiatives across New Zealand and globally.

 To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have experience in fundraising and marketing with a strong understanding of direct marketing principles
• Be a compelling writer and communicator, and confident developing engaging donor appeals and campaigns
• Understand how to analyse donor behaviour and apply segmentation strategies
• Be familiar with CRM and fundraising technologies
• Have a strategic mindset and the ability to evaluate and improve campaign performance
• Be passionate about Bible mission and align with BSNZ’s Christian ethos and values
• Knowledge of bequest and trust fundraising, along with digital-first fundraising approaches, would be an advantage

 In return, we offer:

• An opportunity to join a respected Christian organisation with 179 years of proud service in Aotearoa, New Zealand
• Creative, strategic work that supports mission outcomes
• An opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated and supportive team
• Ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and career
• Free on-site parking at our South Auckland site
• Birthday leave to enjoy your special day!

This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week), salaried position based in Wiri, Auckland.

To be considered, applicants must currently reside in New Zealand and be legally entitled to work here. As we are not an accredited employer, we are unable to support any form of work or residence visa applications.  

To request a position description and to apply, contact Jeanine at biblesociety.people@biblesociety.org.nz. We will consider applications as we receive them, so don’t delay!