About the job
About World Relief
World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to addressing urgent needs and supporting vulnerable communities. Since its founding after World War II, World Relief has worked in over 100 countries for more than 80 years. The organization partners closely with local churches and communities to help families thrive and build environments where people can flourish.
Current programs focus on humanitarian and disaster response, strengthening communities, building resilience, and offering services and advocacy for refugees and immigrants.
Role Overview: Development Specialist
The Durham, NC office is hiring a full-time Development Specialist. This position plays a key role in advancing World Relief’s mission by growing and maintaining relationships with individual donors, churches, foundations, grantors, businesses, and other partners. The goal is to secure funding for privately supported programs that serve refugees and immigrants.
This is a hybrid role: expect to work onsite in Durham four days a week, with one day remote.
What You Will Do
- Build and strengthen relationships with current and potential donors, churches, and partners
- Support fundraising efforts for programs benefiting refugees and immigrants
- Help expand the network of supporters for World Relief’s mission in the Durham area
Who We’re Looking For
- Commitment to World Relief’s Christian mission and values
- Desire to use skills to create positive change for people facing crisis and displacement
- Interest in a purpose-driven career supporting vulnerable populations
Work Location and Schedule
- Based in Durham, NC
- Hybrid schedule: four days onsite, one day remote

