Major Duties & Responsibilities Development and Stewardship:
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Promote a culture of philanthropy and stewardship within the entire parish community.
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Plan and coordinate all annual parish fundraising initiatives and gift appeals, while collaborating with the school on development events and related efforts.
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Identify and solicit potential donors and major gifts; support the pastor with relationship building and solicitation.
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Manage and oversee capital giving programs.
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Work closely with parish and school staff and key volunteers to achieve advancement goals.
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Oversees the parish database and takes responsibility for tracking and analyzing parish giving.
Communications and Constituent Relations:
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Participate in Parish Stewardship Committee, Pastoral Council, Finance Council, as needed.
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Take advantage of speaking events and other tools to be sure donors are acknowledged and thanked.
Other:
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Supervise Associate Director of Communications and coordinate parish-wide communications efforts.
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Collaborate with the Director of Administrative Services to ensure fundraising success.
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Coordinate with the school Director of Advancement and Enrollment on all parish and school fundraising/stewardship efforts.
Qualifications
*Practicing Catholic who values Faith with a high regard for Catholic education.
*Experience in development, event planning, and volunteer management.
*Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.
*Excellent organizational skills and ability to execute strategic plans.
*Up to date technology skills, including use of databases and fund-raising software or demonstrated mindset of learning.