Faith-Based Fundraising Consultant – Atlantic Region

CCS Fundraising • Washington, WA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

CCS Fundraising is seeking a Faith-Based Fundraising Consultant to support Catholic parish and diocesan campaigns in the Atlantic Region. Consultants manage multiple parish campaigns simultaneously and help achieve overall diocesan campaign goals. They work closely with onsite campaign executives, other consultants, pastors, parish staff, and volunteers to carry out a phased, highly structured campaign plan.

The work is mission-driven, community-focused, fast-paced, and collaborative. Consultants are expected to work onsite at Catholic parishes Monday through Friday, with regular evening hours and occasional weekend commitments based on parish needs. Candidates who are not local must be willing and able to temporarily relocate within the Atlantic Region for assignments. No Catholic or religious background is required. The role is well suited to early-career professionals and recent graduates; prior fundraising experience is welcome, and applicants with transferable skills in consulting, communications, marketing, project management, or strategic planning are encouraged.

CCS describes the position as an opportunity to build skills and relationships with pastors, volunteers, donors, colleagues, and nonprofit organizations. The firm offers training, mentorship, learning resources, career advancement, and networking opportunities. Temporary relocation and travel support may be provided for employees assigned to campaigns outside their home or working state. CCS cannot sponsor employment visas for this position; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Willingness and ability to temporarily relocate within the Atlantic Region for assignments if not local, and to work onsite, including regular nights and occasional weekends.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with staff, volunteers, donors, and prospective donors at all levels.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong storytelling and public speaking skills.
• Keen business sense demonstrated in a professional or academic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Commitment to supporting volunteer efforts and creating a positive, purposeful campaign experience through personal connection to the mission.
• Strong business acumen.
• Computer proficiency.
• Excellent quantitative analytical skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a motor vehicle.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Prior fundraising experience.
• Transferable skills in consulting, communications, marketing, project management, or strategic planning.
• Spanish language proficiency.

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.
• Support clients, volunteers, and donors to provide a positive and effective campaign experience.
• Work onsite at Catholic parishes Monday through Friday, with regular evening hours and occasional weekend commitments based on parish needs.
• Manage multiple parish campaigns simultaneously and contribute to overall diocesan campaign goals.

Benefits

• Temporary relocation assistance for employees assigned to campaigns outside their home or working state, including up to four weeks of covered hotel and meal expenses, temporary lease application fees, and approved lease and utility costs.
• Depending on the assignment, access to rental cars or leased vehicles for campaign needs.
• Training, mentorship, and learning resources.
• Career advancement and networking opportunities.
• Competitive benefits.
• Dynamic training program.
• Resources and mentoring.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed