Consultant – Central Region
CCS Fundraising · Iowa, IA · 3 wk ago
On-siteConsulting$65k–$120k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Consultant – Central Region is responsible for managing and executing fundraising campaigns and initiatives for nonprofit organizations in the designated region. This role requires a combination of strategic thinking, project management, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Successfully lead and manage projects from inception to conclusion
- Apply critical and strategic thinking to quickly identify the crux of a problem, question, or issue
- Communicate clearly, concisely, and logically both verbally and in writing and is comfortable articulating strategies with a variety of audiences
- Avoid preconceived notions and remain open-minded to new ideas
- Thrive in a mission-oriented environment and is motivated by the idea of working across philanthropic sectors
- Develop work plans and materials for campaign planning studies and development assessments
- Conduct analysis of clients through review of fundraising performance and interviews with organization's executives, volunteer leaders, and donors
- Prepare fundraising campaign materials, including strategic plans, operating materials, case statements, and major gift proposals
- Conduct in-depth prospect research
- Craft individual cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies
- Write and deliver high-impact presentations and materials
Qualifications
- Excellent quantitative analytical skills
- Keen business sense demonstrated in either a professional or academic environment
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff, volunteers, donors, and prospective donors
- Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Great storytelling skills and strong public speaking skills
- Professional demeanor
- Computer proficiency
- Ability to travel for assignments
Benefits
Competitive benefits package includes:
- Dynamic training program
- Resources
- Career advancement
- Mentoring
- Networking opportunities
Pay
The exact salary varies within a range of $65,000 - $120,000 based on years of relevant experience and education.
Schedule
Full-time position.