WordPress Directory Portal Development

We need a developer to build a new version of a directory portal using WordPress. The project includes creating a custom directory structure, implementing search and filtering functionality, and setting up a user-friendly listing experience. You will also help organize the site structure, improve navigation, and ensure the portal is easy to manage for ongoing updates. Experience delivering clean, functional directory-based websites is important for this role. Here's a professional freelancer job post tailored for Upwork, Codeable, Toptal, or WordPress specialist communities. WordPress Developer Needed: Build a Supplier Directory for Churches Using ACF Pro + FacetWP Project Overview We are looking for an experienced WordPress developer to build a modern supplier directory for churches, parish councils, churchyards, and church-related organizations in Denmark. The directory will become part of the Kirkepartner platform and help users find relevant suppliers, products, and services through advanced filtering and search functionality. We prefer a solution that relies on proven WordPress tools rather than custom coding wherever possible. Preferred Technology Stack Required: WordPress ACF Pro (Advanced Custom Fields) FacetWP Custom Post Types Responsive Design SEO-friendly architecture Preferred: FacetWP Maps Rank Math SEO Bricks Builder or Gutenberg Experience with directory websites Scope of Work Company Directory Create a Company custom post type with custom fields including: Company Name Logo Contact Information Website Address Geographic Coverage Area Categories Company Description Image Gallery Search & Filtering Implement FacetWP search filters including: Category Service Type Diocese Municipality Region Free-text Search Geographic Area Filters should work together and update results instantly. SEO-Oriented Structure The solution should support creation of index pages and landing pages targeting searches such as: Church suppliers Churchyard equipment Church IT services Organ builders Church communication providers The structure should be scalable and SEO-friendly. Administration The client must be able to: Add and edit companies Feature selected companies Enable/disable listings Export directory data Optional Features Please provide separate pricing for: Interactive Maps Radius Search Paid Membership Levels Featured Listings Company Self-Service Dashboard Deliverables Full WordPress implementation ACF field structure FacetWP configuration Responsive frontend Documentation Testing and QA Initial content import assistance Required Experience Please include examples of: ACF Pro projects FacetWP implementations WordPress directories or marketplaces Advanced search/filter projects Applications without relevant examples may not be considered. Timeline Target start: As soon as possible Desired launch: Within 4-8 weeks Budget We are open to either: Fixed-price proposal Hourly engagement Please provide your recommendation based on the requirements. To Apply Please answer the following: Have you built directories using ACF Pro and FacetWP before? Which plugins or tools would you recommend for maps and location search? What would you build with standard WordPress functionality, and what would require custom development? Please provide links to 2-3 relevant projects. We are looking for a long-term partner who can also assist with future enhancements and ongoing support. About Us Kirkepartner is a Danish platform serving churches, parish councils, and church organizations. The goal of this project is to create Denmark's leading supplier directory for the church sector, with strong visibility in both traditional search engines and AI-powered search experiences. Requirements Specification: Kirkepartner Directory Project Overview Development of a supplier and service provider directory for churches and parish councils in Denmark. The solution will be integrated into the Kirkepartner platform and enable churches, parish councils, churchyards, and related institutions to easily find relevant suppliers, products, and services. The project should be developed in WordPress using standard, maintainable tools and best practices. Technical Requirements The preferred technology stack is: WordPress Advanced Custom Fields Pro (ACF Pro) FacetWP Custom Post Types (CPT) Responsive design GDPR compliance SEO-friendly architecture The solution should be built using standard WordPress functionality wherever possible and avoid unnecessary custom plugins. Company Profiles Each company must have a dedicated profile page containing: Company name Logo Contact person Phone number Email address Website Physical address CVR registration number (optional) Short description Detailed company presentation Images / gallery Categories and services Geographic coverage area Categories The directory should support categories such as: Churchyard Equipment Gravestones and Memorials Websites and IT Services Audio and AV Solutions Organs and Church Music Furniture and Church Interior Consulting and Advisory Services Building and Maintenance Services Energy and Sustainability Communication and Media Categories must be easy to expand in the future. Search and Filtering (FacetWP) Users should be able to filter by: Category Service Type Diocese Municipality Region Geographic Area Free-text Search Multiple filters should work together simultaneously. The search experience should be fast and intuitive on both desktop and mobile devices. Geographic and Local SEO The system should support the creation of SEO-optimized landing pages targeting church-related searches. Examples: Churchyard equipment in Funen Church suppliers in the Diocese of Odense IT services for churches in Jutland Church service providers in Denmark The goal is strong visibility in both traditional search engines and AI-powered search experiences. Map Functionality (Optional) Optional implementation of map-based search. Requirements: Display companies on a map Filter by location Radius-based search Preferred technologies: FacetWP Maps Google Maps OpenStreetMap Administration Administrators and editors must be able to: Create company profiles Edit company profiles Feature selected companies Enable/disable company listings Export directory data The administration interface should be simple and user-friendly. Membership Levels (Optional) Support for multiple listing levels: Free Listing Basic company information Premium Listing Logo Extended company profile Image gallery Featured placement in search results Additional marketing opportunities SEO Requirements The solution should: Generate SEO-friendly URLs Support Rank Math or Yoast SEO Include structured data/schema markup Be optimized for Core Web Vitals Deliver fast page load performance Deliverables The proposal should include: Solution design and implementation Development and configuration Testing and quality assurance Import of the initial company listings Documentation Ongoing support and maintenance options Timeline Preferred launch date: 4-8 weeks from project start Vendor Qualifications Please provide examples of: ACF Pro projects FacetWP implementations Directory or membership platforms Advanced WordPress search solutions Success Criteria A modern, intuitive directory platform where churches and parish councils can quickly find relevant suppliers, while vendors gain targeted visibility within the Danish church sector. The solution must be scalable, easy to maintain, SEO-friendly, and ready for future growth.