Senior Mission Advancement Officer

TZO.COM · Nashville, TN · 2 mo ago

On-siteOTHRFull-time

Represent the Diocese of Nashville with professionalism and integrity in all interactions
Manage and grow a portfolio of approximately 100–150 leadership-level donors and prospects
Cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts, with a focus on annual giving of $10,000–$50,000+ through the Move Mountains Society
Develop and execute individualized strategies to deepen engagement, increase retention, and grow giving
Identify, qualify, and cultivate new prospects for leadership and major giving
Ensure timely, meaningful stewardship, including acknowledgments, follow-up, and ongoing engagement
Partner with the Director of Annual Giving and development team to align major gift strategies with diocesan priorities
Strengthen and expand the Move Mountains Society through intentional donor engagement and experience
Collaborate with diocesan ministries (e.g., Vocations, Catholic Schools, Faith Formation) to communicate impact and funding needs
Assist in planning and execution of donor-facing events, including Cor Iesu, ACE Dinner, Move Mountains Society gatherings, and other diocesan events
Contribute to long-term funding strategies, including seminarian education, planned giving, and endowment growth

Bachelor’s degree required
Practicing Catholic with a strong understanding of Catholic teaching and values preferred
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in fundraising, major gifts, or relationship-based sales
Proven ability to build relationships and secure significant philanthropic commitments
Experience with donor databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred)
Strong understanding of stewardship principles and donor engagement strategies
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with clergy, staff, and volunteers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

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