Faith-Based Fundraising Consultant – West Region

CCS Fundraising • San Francisco, CA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

CCS Fundraising is hiring a Faith-Based Fundraising Consultant to manage multiple Catholic parish campaigns and help achieve diocesan fundraising goals. Consultants work closely with onsite campaign executives, other CCS consultants, pastors, parish staff, and volunteers to execute structured, phased campaign plans. The work is mission-driven, community-focused, fast-paced, and collaborative, with opportunities to build relationships with pastors, volunteers, and donors and develop leadership skills in fundraising and philanthropy.

The position is onsite at client locations Monday through Friday, with regular evening hours and occasional weekend commitments depending on parish needs. Candidates who are not local must be willing and able to temporarily relocate within the Atlantic Region for assignments. CCS provides a structured growth path, mentoring, training, and learning resources. Prior fundraising experience is welcome, but transferable experience in consulting, communications, marketing, project management, or strategic planning is also encouraged. This role is described as an opportunity for early-career professionals and recent college graduates; no Catholic or religious background is required.

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

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, donors, and prospective donors at all levels.
• Outstanding organizational skills and the 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 ensuring a positive, purposeful campaign experience through personal connection to mission.
• Strong business acumen.
• Computer proficiency.
• Excellent quantitative analytical skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a motor vehicle.
• 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.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Prior fundraising experience is welcome.
• Transferable experience in consulting, communications, marketing, project management, or strategic planning.
• Spanish language proficiency.
• Interest in philanthropy and ambition to grow in a consulting career.

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 onsite at Catholic parishes Monday through Friday, with regular evening hours and occasional weekend commitments based on parish needs.
• Support clients, volunteers, and donors to ensure a positive and effective campaign experience.
• Lead and manage projects from start to finish.

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 to support campaign needs.
• Training, mentorship, and learning resources.
• Career advancement, mentoring, and networking opportunities.
• Competitive benefits.
• Dynamic training program and resources.

What This Job Offers

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