Mission Advancement Officer

Archdiocese of St. Louis•Webster Groves, MO

About The Position

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Job Summary· Helps evangelize the people of the Archdiocese of St. Louis by developing personal relationships, witnessing to the good work of the Church, and inviting potential donors to support that work · Cultivates relationships with current and potential major donors across the Archdiocese of St. Louis · Assists the Archbishop of St. Louis, Executive Director, and Mission Advancement Director in cultivating relationships with key donors and assists with other projects · Provides support to the Mission Advancement Director

Requirements

Knowledge of Catholic theology and culture
College degree or equivalent work experience
3 years’ experience in major gift fundraising preferred
Experience with Raiser’s Edge application system or a comparable database system
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations
Knowledge of fundraising regulations and estate planning laws
Practicing Catholic, able to provide a witness to the Catholic Faith
Team player and able to work in a collaborative environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent public speaking skills
Willing to accept coaching and to learn new ways to accomplish tasks
Works with a high degree of independence
Dependable and detail-oriented
Outstanding organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Extensive understanding of stewardship
Able to build relationships with people from many different backgrounds
Willing to travel regularly to all areas of the Archdiocese of St. Louis
Ability to communicate and interact with colleagues, donors, board members, clergy, and senior management
Provides direct assistance to the Mission Advancement Director
Collaborates with other offices and agencies in the archdiocese
Portfolio of Major Donors and Potential Major Donors

Responsibilities

Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Assists the Mission Advancement Director in growing the Associates of the Archbishop program and seeking major gifts for other needs of the Archdiocese of St. Louis
Cultivates relationships with major donors and potential major donors, including in-person visits, and assists the Executive Director and Mission Advancement Director in these tasks
Develops long-lasting relationships with a portfolio of major donors, helping them to achieve their philanthropic goals
Assists the Mission Advancement Director with donor cultivation, correspondence, and other writing needs, document preparation, and task coordination to ensure efficient office operations
Conducts donor research and prepares briefing papers
Attends events as needed, including evenings and weekends
Stays current on primary needs of the Archdiocese of St. Louis
Participates in initial solicitation and follow-up for major gifts to the Annual Catholic Appeal and other areas of need in the Archdiocese of St. Louis
Attends and assists in Annual Catholic Appeal events as well as other special campaigns and events
Assists with the creation of letters, manuals, and other documents
Drafts and edits correspondence for the Archbishop of St. Louis, Executive Director, and Mission Advancement Director, including solicitation, thank you, and response letters
Supports the Archbishop of St. Louis in his efforts to implement the mission of the Church
Completes other duties as assigned