Associate Director of Advancement

JOB SUMMARY

The Associate Director of Advancement is responsible for the organization’s fund development model that assures adequate funding for agency operations, services, programs and special projects. Also promotes the organization within the community to ensure a broad base of funding resources.

MINISTERIAL CHARACTER

Catholic Charities is a religious organization founded by the Catholic Diocese of Austin to provide direct social services to those in need. Catholic Charities helps the Bishop of Austin fulfill Christ’s mission in Central Texas.  Positions at Catholic Charities of Central Texas help to extend the ministry of the Catholic Church in particular ways. Therefore, the Catholic Charities of Central Texas employee in this position is related to and assists the Catholic Church in the performance of its ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the church.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Austin in both your professional and personal life.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
• Implement all established and new activities pertaining to financial development including but not limited to programs for planned and annual giving, major gifts, matching gifts, endowments, bequests and capital campaigns.
• Analyze demographic and statistical donor data to implement strategies for identifying, cultivating, and engaging prospective donors.
• Implement the identified plan for donor recognition, retention, renewal and up-grade.
• Personally solicit gifts from foundations, corporations, community organizations and selected individuals and respond to donor concerns and requests.
• Participate in fundraising and networking events.
• Cultivate positive relationships with relevant funding entities, faith-based organizations, social service providers, and other community partners.
• Establish internal networks in order to build professional relationships with colleagues, understand the work and needs of the programs, and stay abreast of current issues within the agency’s programs.
• Ensure compliance with funding and donor designations and agency quality assurance standards.
• Participate as an active team member of Catholic Charities and the Advancement team.
• Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to staff and customers.
• Responsible for individual donor cultivation and relationship management.
• Manage a portfolio of CCCTX supporters and prospects.
• Represent Catholic Charities at community events.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of fundraising practices, procedures and philosophies.
• Skill in oral and written communication, public presentations and presenting ideas and concepts to stakeholders.
• Skill in cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Ability to develop, manage, and work within the parameters of a program budget.
• Ability to work independently and with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including low-income persons and other disadvantaged persons.
• Ability to conformably work in a faith-based environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to operate various word processing software, spreadsheets, and donor database programs.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time management techniques to meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
• Ability to create and foster an environment consistent with agency culture, mission, vision, and values.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with all segments of the community (parishes, priests, religious, laity, Catholic ministries, civic leaders and community agencies.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers and work effectively with others.
• Ability to support/enhance Catholic Charities Ambassador Circle group, annual on-line “Giving Campaigns” and CC101 agency information/tour program.
• Ability to travel throughout a 25-county service region as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Trainings:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited American college or university or equivalent in a foreign country.

Experience:

• One (1) year of full-time wage earning experience in sales, business, or donor cultivation.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Catholic Charities is an at-will employer.
• All buildings and vehicles owned by Catholic Charities of Central Texas are tobacco free.
• Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
• Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct and speech including Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations.
• Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
• Working on weekends, evenings and some holidays may be required.
• May be required to use personal or agency vehicles to drive to off-site locations through a 25-county region.
• Traveling within and outside the 25-county service region for meetings and other events may be required, and travel may include overnight lodging.