Faith-Based Fundraising Consultant – Central Region
About the role
The Faith-Based Fundraising Consultant – Central Region is responsible for managing and executing transformational, multimillion-dollar campaigns for Catholic parishes and dioceses. This role involves working closely with onsite campaign executives, fellow consultants, pastors, parish staff, and volunteers to develop and implement a phased, highly structured campaign plan. Consultants are expected to be onsite at client locations Monday–Friday, with regular evening hours and occasional weekend commitments.
Responsibilities
- Implement campaign work plans, timelines, and customized materials
- Manage, motivate, and train groups of volunteers
- Track, measure, and analyze fundraising progress
- Coach key leaders on fundraising best practices
- Contribute insights into industry-wide philanthropic trends
- Work on-site at Catholic parishes Monday–Friday, with regular evening hours and occasional weekend commitments based on parish needs
Qualifications
- Willingness and ability to temporarily relocate within the Central Region for assignments if you are not local and work on-site, including regular nights and occasional weekends
- 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
- Keen business sense demonstrated in either a professional or academic environment
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
- Commitment to supporting volunteer efforts to ensure a positive and purposeful campaign experience utilizing personal connection to mission
- Strong business acumen
- Computer proficiency
- Excellent quantitative analytical skills
- Spanish language proficiency a plus
- Possesses a valid driver’s license and has the ability to drive a motor vehicle
Benefits
Competitive benefits package, dynamic training program, resources, career advancement, mentoring, and networking opportunities.
Schedule
On-site at Catholic parishes Monday–Friday, with regular evening hours and occasional weekend commitments based on parish needs.
Pay
The exact salary varies within the range of $65,000 - $120,000 based on years of relevant experience and education.