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Aug 06, 2019

Senior Director of Development and Principal Gifts Featured

As the Lumen Christi Institute enters into its third decade of offering programs, it is preparing for significant growth. It has become a major pilot project for the renewal of the Catholic presence in higher education, through its core program at the University of Chicago, its conferences with bishops and economists on Catholic Social Thought, its intensive summer seminars, and its success inspiring and catalyzing the creation of similar centers. The Senior Director of Development and Principal Gifts is a critical piece of that growth plan as new benefactors must be engaged and existing benefactors cultivated to increased support. Lumen Christi is actively seeking an individual that will be able to prepare for and successfully complete a capital campaign of at least $10M in the next 2-5 years. This will require strategic planning and a focus on conducting qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship visits with men and women of affluence and influence both in the Greater Chicago area and nationally. Duties and Responsibilities Manage relationships with approximately 75+ active and prospective benefactors. Secure sufficient annual gifts to help sustain and grow the program as well as manage a portfolio of individuals and family foundations capable to supporting a $10M+ campaign effort. Develop a comprehensive strategy for engaging, cultivating, soliciting and retaining individual benefactors to the Lumen Christi Institute Lead and manage a development team of two full-time and two half-time employees as well as support and direct the Executive Director in fundraising and cultivation efforts Hire and train new staff to build on the success of a renewed development effort. Create and manage regular stewardship reports and communication updates to the Lumen Christi Institute Board of Directors and benefactors Travel within the Greater Chicago area and throughout the United States for face-to-face meetings with benefactors Assist in keeping records and files related to major benefactors and family foundations Perform other related duties as assigned Qualifications Required Bachelor’s Degree Minimum of five (5) years professional fundraising experience with a proven track record of engaging and cultivating benefactors and prospective benefactors Be a practicing Catholic in good standing who sees the work of the Lumen Christi Institute as essential to the mission of the Catholic Church Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills as well as written communication skills Ability to take initiative and simultaneously juggle multiple priorities with competing deadlines Commitment to meetings out of the office in the Chicagoland area 40% of the time and quarterly trips outside of Illinois. Preferred Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the Lumen Christi Institute Experience working with a religiously based organization or in higher education Experience in a small non profit organization or office Experience working on a capital campaign, specifically a campaign including an endowment goal Experience working with databases, specifically Raiser’s Edge or Raiser’s Edge NXT

Lumen Christi Institute Full time

Jul 31, 2019

Senior Development Officer (Marian University) Featured

Marian University Senior Development Officer Indianapolis, Indiana DB&A Executive Search & Recruitment is excited to announce the search for the Senior Development Officer in the Office of Institutional Advancement and Development for Marian University. Founded in 1937, Marian University is one to the nation’s preeminent Catholic institutions of higher learning and ranks as one of US News & World Report’s top universities in the Midwest Region. The University has experienced tremendous growth in the past 15 years under the leadership of President Daniel J. Elsener, including the opening of the Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2013- Indiana’s first new medical school in 110 years. With over 40 majors in biology to business, education to engineering, and math to medicine, the University currently has a student body of over 3600 students in undergraduate and graduate degree programs and in 2019 965 students were graduated. The individual who assumes these responsibilities will have an opportunity to leave his/her mark and play a significant role in building Marian University’s legacy far into the future. Marian University launched Forging Leaders 2025 in 2017 to raise $250 million by 2025. This bold vision has resulted in more than $115 million raised of the interim $150 million goal for 2021. This initiative will provide support for student scholarships, facilities, and other innovative efforts to include the Klipsch Educators College, the Latin@Initiative, the Sisters’ Legacy Fund, St. Joseph’s Two-Year College at Marian University, and the Walker Center for Applied Ethics. To achieve its vision of the future, University leadership recognizes the need to strengthen its Office of Institutional Advancement/Development. With sound leadership in place, there is an identified need to recruit a Senior Development Officer who is motivated, thoughtful, detail-oriented, and has the personal skills to engage donors and friends of the University. The successful candidate will report to the Executive Director of Development and play a key role in building relationships with donors, alumni, and other constituents while securing investments from their assigned portfolios. More specifically, the successful candidate will be a passionate and outgoing fundraising professional with previous portfolio experience, a demonstrated history of successfully developing and soliciting major donors ($25,000 and above), and a deep appreciation and affinity to the vision and work of Marian University. He/She will take leadership of a portfolio of existing major donors as well as plug into a multi-tiered development program that deploys resources at every level of the giving pyramid and donor pipeline. While this is not a lone-wolf scenario, in that teamwork and departmental leadership are expected of the new Senior Development Officer, he/she will be entrepreneurial, self-motivated and goals oriented to proactively grow his/her portfolio by assessing and leveraging Marian’s data base and resources as well as by working on elevation strategies with Marian’s various acquisition channels and donor segments. Current leadership experience and/or leadership potential will be viewed positively. In short, this is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is a successful fundraising professional and has the desire to assist Marian University’s leadership in addressing and achieving their bold, inspirational goals for the future. The new Senior Development Officer will possess the skills, knowledge and know-how to help Marian reach its goals through a well-designed and executed development strategy. For a detailed description of this position, please review the Opportunity Profile . DB&A Executive Search & Recruitment is conducting the search and interested candidates should apply online at https://nonprofit-executive-search.com/explore-opportunities

DB&A Executive Search & Recruitment Full time

Jul 02, 2019

Parish Engagement Director Featured

Overall responsibility for the parish engagement and stewardship programs to advance St. Joseph's mission and ministries. This includes the daily execution of all elements of a strategic plan, including one-on-one meetings with parishioners, communication & education, stewardship, parishioner engagement and accountability, fundraising, goal setting and reporting. The Parish Engagement Director will establish and cultivate donor relationships, promoting a culture of engagement and stewardship in the parish. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Develop a culture of engagement, stewardship, and accountability that inspires parishioners to share their time, talent, and treasure in support of St. Joseph's. • Cultivate donor relationships at all levels and work to raise the giving levels of all donors. • Meets with every parish family to review the financial status of the parish, review the parishioner's giving level and ask for an increase based on the overall parish needs. • Educates and communicates to parishioners the use of funds towards the mission of the parish and school. • Collaborates with the pastor, parish & school staff, Parish Council, Finance Council and Stewardship Committee to develop and implement a multi-year parish engagement plan. • Integrates into parish and school organizations such as School Family Association, Stewardship Committee, etc. • Establishes goals and benchmarks, and then executes toward those goals, for all fundraising programs including parish stewardship program, school fundraising appeals and activities, parish capital campaigns and endowment activities. • Fosters an attitude of collaboration and Christ-like behavior across all constituencies, especially within the parish and school offices. • Tracks and reports the results of stewardship efforts and parishioner meetings on a timely and effective basis. Essential Skills: • The Engagement Director must have a love for, and understanding of, the immense value and importance of Catholic grade school education. Specifically, must embrace authentic stewardship and low tuition as the model for sustainable school funding. • Able to articulate the values and the mission of St. Joseph's. • Self-motivated, able to nurture relationships with donors and demonstrate an ability to ask for donor support. • Ability to invite active and prospective supporters for gifts / increased giving face-to-face. • Solid interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the knowledge and ability to use various software programs and electronic media in communicating our mission and activities in the parish and the greater community. • Able to use various software programs to maintain accurate and timely donor records and maintain an efficient process to communicate effectively with donors. • Strong teamwork and collaborative skills, working effectively with various colleagues across the parish and school. Required Education & Experience: • Position requires a practicing Catholic; a parishioner of St. Joseph's is desired but not required. • The candidate must have a keen appreciation of the values and traditions of Catholic doctrine and moral teachings. • Prefer Bachelor's degree, with five (5) years of experience in sales, customer relationship management, fundraising, communications, business management, or similar leadership roles. Position Reports to Parish Pastor. Position Status: Full Time-Exempt, Salaried. Position schedule will follow parish office calendar with evening and weekend hours as needed to accomplish position goals. Job Type: Full-time Education: •Bachelor's (Preferred) Location: •Lincoln, NE (Required)

St. Joseph Catholic Church 1940 S. 77th Street, Lincoln, NE 68506 Full time

Jun 26, 2019

Director of Development Featured

Director of Development The Director of Development is the principal development officer of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe. He or she is responsible for Directing all development activities in coordination with the Executive Director and Board of Directors, including the Shrine’s Founder and Chairman of the Board, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke. Building the material resources of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in order to enable the Shrine to fulfill its spiritual mission. The Shrine is funded entirely by private donors who believe in and support our mission of leading souls to Christ through Our Lady of Guadalupe and her message. More than 40,000 donors have supported the Shrine since its inception. Pilgrims and donations come from all 50 States and over 70 different countries. Our development office raises approximately $1.5 million in unrestricted contributions per year. About 40 percent of those contributions come through the Cardinal’s Annual Appeal, which has an annual goal of $600,000. We are near completion of the Answering Mary’s Call capital campaign, a $13 million initiative to fund the Shrine’s endowment and build a retreat house, which will allow pilgrims to remain at the Shrine for extended retreats. The campaign has raised $12.5 million to date, and in 2018, the Shrine reached its $10 million goal for the endowment. RESPONSIBILITIES : Design and implement a comprehensive development strategy to sustain, advance, and endow the mission of the Shrine, including, but not limited to, annual fundraising, capital campaigns, and planned giving. Direct all development initiatives, including the annual appeal, direct mail campaigns, major gift cultivation and solicitation, foundation grants, legacy giving, and endowment trusts. Implement a moves management system to discover, qualify, cultivate, brief, solicit, and steward donors, with a particular emphasis on both broadening the donor base and elevating the philanthropy of mid-level and major donors. Coordinate cultivation and solicitation activities designed to deepen the relationship of donors and potential donors with the Shrine, including the following: »» Traveling to meet with donors and potential donors; »» Organizing and hosting visits of donors and potential donors; and »» Coordinating events both at the Shrine and in other locations. Manage a personal portfolio of donors and prospective donors, as well as portfolios for the Executive Director and Founder. Arrange for regular communications and meetings of the Executive Director and Founder with donors and prospective donors at appropriate levels. Develop a regular travel schedule to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospective donors outside of La Crosse. Implement strategies for the acquisition, management, and maximization of development software and other research tools, including the Shrine’s Raiser’s Edge database. Monitor donation activity and gifts processing to ensure data is correctly recorded and acknowledgment letters are generated on a weekly basis. Design, promote, manage, and monitor giving societies. Research public and private granting organizations and apply for grants. Manage associate development personnel, as well as other Shrine personnel and volunteers who may assist in the Development Department. Coordinate the formation and engagement of Board members in development activities. Collaborate with the Director of Communications on messaging, the design of development materials, and the inclusion of development information in regular Shrine communications. Collaborate with the Finance Director in monitoring the state of the material resources of the Shrine; maintaining development software; archiving both paper and digital records of contributions and complying with related security and quality controls; fulfilling information requests; and ensuring the accuracy of reports. Prepare materials for meetings of the Development Committee and the Board of Directors. Participate in religious and liturgical functions of the Shrine, including Holy Mass, rosaries, novenas, and other devotional practices. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director. EXPERIENCE AND QUALITIES The successful candidate will be a practicing Catholic with a sound knowledge of the Catholic faith and its practices, of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and of the history and activities of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe at La Crosse. He or she will be a strategic, entrepreneurial leader capable of actualizing the relationship between development programs and the Shrine’s mission and goals. The ideal candidate will possess the following experience and attributes: Passion for and commitment to the mission of the Shrine Proven track record of providing strategic direction, leadership, and operational management of fundraising initiatives resulting in marked improvement and growth over time History of supportive leadership, effective management, and business acumen Skill to build the infrastructure of the Development Department Demonstrated ability to leverage major gifts, including the ability to research, identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects and donors Past success in the planning and execution of capital campaigns Strategic vision and tactical prowess Experience with direct mail and online fundraising, as well as knowledge of social media Excellent verbal and written communications skills Affirming, motivational style Strong personal work ethic and rigorous attention to detail Self-motivated and results-oriented with meticulous follow-through Unflinching integrity, grace, poise, confidence, and a sense of humor Comfort in interacting with people of various socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds Experience with Raiser’s Edge preferred Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred Job Type: Full-time Experience: fundraising: 1 year (Required) Work Location: One location On the road

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Justin Road, La Crosse, WI, USA Full time

Aug 20, 2019

Feasibility Study Coordinator

The Cristo Rey Charleston Feasibility Study Committee is seeking a full time Feasibility Study Coordinator to be engaged as an independent contractor. This position manages and executes the Pre-feasibility Study and the Feasibility Study Phase of the Cristo Rey Network Replication Process. Under the direction of the Feasibility Study Committee Chair, the Coordinator is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the Study, managing and supporting the tasks of the Feasibility Study Committee, and providing the Cristo Rey Network with the information and requirements necessary to determine the feasibility of successfully opening a Cristo Rey high school in Charleston, South Carolina. Primary Areas of Responsibility Include: · Function as a liaison between the Feasibility Study Committee and Cristo Rey Network office · Research demographic information about the community the prospective Cristo Rey school will serve · Research economic background and data about the local metropolitan area in order to determine the feasibility of a Corporate Work Study Program · Research local businesses and organize meetings with local businesses in order to interest them in participation in the Corporate Work Study Program · Interview and/or survey community leaders and prospective parents and students · Schedule monthly Feasibility Study Committee meetings and other meetings of the Committee and its Subcommittees · Assist in scheduling, planning for and coordinating social events as directed by the Committee Chair · Collaborate with Committee members to prepare both a budget for the study and a five-year budget for the future Cristo Rey school · Prepare grant application and assist with other development and fundraising efforts as directed by the Committee Chair · Compile and manage a database of contacts from government organizations, potential business partners, etc. · Provide day-to-day support to the Committee Chair and members · Draft and edit the Feasibility Study Application and the Feasibility Study Report (including all necessary requirements) for submission to the Cristo Rey Network and Cristo Rey Network Board · Support the President and Principal hiring search Requirements Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) 2 – 3 years of work experience, preferably in a start-up organization or similar environment Candidates should be passionate about transforming the lives of low-income youth through education Proficiency in both Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint All applicants should submit a resume, contact information for references, and a statement indicating why he or she would be appropriate for this position. Email application materials to Conor Heaton, Director of School Growth at the Cristo Rey Network, cheaton@cristoreynetwork.org. The Cristo Rey Charleston Feasibility Study is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Cristo Rey Network provides a quality, Catholic, college preparatory education to young people who live in urban communities with limited educational options. Our mission is clear – college success for Cristo Rey Network students. Visit www.cristoreynetwork.org.

Cristo Rey Network Charleston, SC, USA Freelancers

Aug 05, 2019

Data and Systems Manager - Development Department

DATA AND SYSTEMS MANAGER – DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Good Counsel, a pro-life organization founded in the Catholic tradition, is more than a home, it’s a new beginning. It's our mission that through our programs, every woman receives the life skills training she needs to never be homeless again. We value the dignity of human life, integrity, excellence, respect, inclusivity and collaboration. You can be a part of transforming a woman’s life. Good Counsel seeks a highly motivated, organized and detail-oriented individual to bring our data management, analytics and processes to a new level of excellence and optimize the way our team works. This position oversees the department’s use of the DonorPerfect database by setting best-practice data entry standards, ensuring data is uniformly entered according to these standards and conducting regular data hygiene. Additionally manages annual plans for donors and prospects, donor records, and provide lists, reports and analysis to support the department including donor listings, campaign lists, financial reports, outstanding pledges, prospecting, moves management and contact reports. This person will also need to enter data to ensure deadlines are met for processing donations in a timely manner. The Data and Systems Manager reports to the Director of Development and will: Manage and administer; lead the organization in data management, reporting, dashboard management, processes and analytics. Support and train staff in use of the systems Identify areas of system/process improvement and implement solutions. Create and update fields, reports, workflows and processes. Work with teams to identify bugs and enhancements. Manage relationships with third-party consultants. Drive analytics and reporting for development campaigns. Implement the department’s data management strategy and support teams in data management best practices (I.e. data entry/maintenance best practices, data hygiene, record de-duplication). Support teams in development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and related reports. Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis. Prepare and analyze donations reports to support fund development goals and initiatives. Develop effective training materials Troubleshoot problems identified by users. Work with Director of Development to identify, design, recommend and implement system/process changes to improve overall organizational efficiency. Maintain knowledge of nonprofit data/systems/best practices. Manage special projects as needed. Entering pledges, payments, and processing credit card payments into DonorPerfect as needed. Managing the Development data entry team to ensure consistency, accuracy and meeting KPIs. Job Qualifications 3-5 years professional experience in CRM, DonorPerfect or other development/fundraising software packages. Familiarity with data management, processing and analysis Experience creating and managing department-wide data management policies and processes. Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information. Exceptional project management and organizational skills. Results-driven and outcomes-focused individual. Willingness to engage with donors, solicit donor feedback and ensure donor satisfaction. Ability to be a leader and remain calm under pressure.

Good Counsel Homes Secaucus, NJ, USA Full time

Aug 01, 2019

Monthly Donor Program Leader

Department : Development Supervisor : Chief Development Officer MISSION: To inspire every Catholic in America to live and defend the truths of our faith in the public square. VISION: To be the most recognized and respected voice for Catholicism in American public life and in so doing bring about a renewal of the culture of our land. YOUR ROLE: Advance the mission of CatholicVote by leading and managing our monthly donor program. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: Develop, implement, and manage strategies for growing and stewarding CatholicVote’s Membership Program Ensure all projects and marketing campaigns maximize membership growth, engagement, and retention Create specific online and electronic giving strategies for the Program Review and draft Program solicitation and stewardship communications Increase conversion rates and retention rates by developing and monitoring reports that track the effectiveness of strategies and tactics Create and manage annual calendar of all activity involving the Program Recommend annual Program growth and retention goals WHAT YOU NEED: Passion for the mission of CatholicVote Experience meeting objectives as a program or marketing manager Successful track record managing projects or marketing campaigns that reach tens of thousands of people Comfortable with technology and a highly data-driven environment Experience using a customer relationship management system Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment Excellent writing skills PHYSICAL JOB CONDITIONS: Work may be performed seated for long periods of time with close PC and keyboard work. Normal office environment and noise levels. Average lift less than 10lbs. Our Mission is too important to limit your contributions. We are a team committed to a higher calling. As a CatholicVote employee, you will be expected to answer that calling by performing various duties that may be required in order to fulfill the mission we have set out to accomplish If interested in applying for the position, please email your resume and cover letter to kseaton@catholicvote.org .

CatholicVote Chicago, IL, USA Full time

Jul 30, 2019

Gift Planning, Program Director

Gift Planning, Program Director University of Notre Dame The University of Notre Dame (https://jobs.nd.edu) is accepting applications for a Gift Planning, Program Director . Applications will be accepted until 8/11/2019. The Director of Gift Planning will represent the University with leading benefactors to identify, cultivate, and successfully manage a portfolio of prospective benefactors with a capacity to make planned gifts (including charitable trusts, charitable gift annuities, bequests, gifts of real estate, gifts of appreciated property and securities, and gifts of retirement plan assets and life insurance policies). The Director will have primary fundraising responsibilities and will also provide comprehensive gift planning services in consultation and coordination with other fundraising units for the University. He or she will report to the Senior Director of Gift Planning and will join a dedicated, University-wide advancement team, working together to establish Notre Dame's financial security and expand its unique vision for the future. Duties and Responsibilities: • Cultivate benefactors to secure planned gifts at the leadership levels. Work with Development colleagues and academic leadership to develop and execute solicitation strategies that merge the philanthropic interests of a benefactor with the priorities of the University. Work closely with benefactors and their advisors to select and implement the use of appropriate gift planning vehicles to maximize the gift to the University and the tax advantages for the benefactor. • Develop and present detailed proposals to benefactors to provide information about giving options, tax implications of each option, and University policies regarding the implementation of various gift strategies. Prepare and review gift documentation with the assistance of Gift Planning support staff including but not limited to trust agreements, gift agreements, and bequest provisions. Assist benefactors and their attorneys, CPAs, and other advisors with research regarding tax, estate planning, and financial implications of various gift structures. • In collaboration with Development Research, Area Managers, and Directors of Regional Development, identify and qualify possible benefactors with potential to make leadership level planned gifts or hybrid gifts and develop giving strategies regarding each such benefactor. • Manage certain financial and administrative functions of the Gift Planning Office. • Plan and participate in special University events including those with Gift Planning Officers in Badin Guild recognition events. • Consult with, advise, and train collaborative partners, development staff, volunteers, and professional advisors on deferred giving practices and procedures. (*LI-POST ) Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree is required. • Law degree or CPA or CFP certification. • 7 or more years of experience. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Demonstrated interpersonal skills that facilitates positive cooperation with gift planning prospects and their legal and financial advisors. • Experience with legal research and drafting skills. • Working knowledge of estate planning techniques, tax law and the general body of statutory, regulatory, and case law regarding planned gifts. • Project management experience. • Willingness to travel: 25% – 50%. Preferred Qualifications: • Previous experience in fundraising in general or planned giving specifically is preferable. • Formal academic course work in disciplines that address federal and state income and estate tax laws and regulations. • Experience working closely with legal and financial advisors in a consultative capacity. ABOUT NOTRE DAME: The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual "Great Colleges to Work For" survey...and we are proud of it! This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply online at https://apptrkr.com/1530448. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search. Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ jeid-b24c554aeada5945a38d102e54a6bf83

University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN, USA Full time

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