Mission Catalyst – Remote, Southeastern U.S.

Catholic Leadership Institute•Orlando, FL

1d•$95,000 - $110,000•Remote

About The Position

The Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI) is seeking a Mission Catalyst to join their team. This remote position serves the Southeastern United States, with a focus on Florida and surrounding areas. The Mission Catalyst will work with volunteer leaders and the Mission Advancement Team to achieve philanthropy objectives by developing relationships with existing and potential donors, projecting gift activity goals, and engaging volunteers in cultivation and solicitation. The role involves creating new, upgrading, and managing current donor relationships with faith, creativity, independence, and gratitude. CLI's vision is a world where individuals understand and fulfill their God-given mission, Catholic leaders are influential, and servant leadership is modeled in all aspects of life. CLI provides pastoral leadership formation and consulting services to strengthen confidence and competence in ministry, enabling leaders to articulate vision, call forth gifts, and create vibrant faith communities.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years relevant experience required
Minimum of seven years of professional development experience in philanthropy
Experience in closing major gifts of $25,000+
Proficient in Raiser's Edge (or comparable CRM), with demonstrated skill in prospect research, wealth screening, and writing proposals and gift agreements
Outstanding communication skills including the ability to listen effectively
Natural relationship-builder who can find and make connections between people's passions and the mission of the organization
Self-starter who is persistent and flexible
Organized individual who pays attention to detail and follows through with contacts in an appropriate timeframe
Ability to manage a portfolio of 100-125 donors through the moves management process from identification to stewardship
Meets a first-year fundraising goal of $500,000+, with growth targets in subsequent years
Willingness to travel (4-6 times/month – 50% or more)
Experience in working with the entire spectrum of donors from loyal to new prospects
Ability to use referrals, networking, and research to grow a portfolio
Expresses ideas and thoughts in a clear and effective manner with internal and external stakeholders; willing to communicate new ideas
Thinks and acts independently; anticipates what needs to be done and does it
Self-directed and adaptable; manages change in procedures, assignments, and priorities independently and without disruption
Gains the trust and respect of leadership, co-workers and outside contacts; able to network to accomplish goals
Genuine interest in stakeholders and co-workers; willing to go the extra step for the organization's success; committed to prayerful servant leadership
Practicing Catholic with a deep love of the Roman Catholic Church
Strong understanding of Catholic culture, Church structure, parish life, ministries, roles, and evangelization and discipleship

Responsibilities

Identify, cultivate, and steward potential and current donors who have the capacity to make large gifts to Catholic Leadership Institute through their time, talent and treasure.
Engage current donors in meaningful ways to grow relationships and encourage continued support of CLI's work.
Identify new donor prospects in the database and involve them in a meaningful way to support a thriving faith community.
Prepare, deliver and follow-up on proposals and gift opportunities for major donor prospects in a timely manner after accurately assessing their level of interest and capacity in order to provide meaningful opportunities for involvement and investment.
Plan, implement and track short-term and long-term strategies with the Mission Advancement Team in order to measure success and create accurate revenue, cash, and involvement metrics for the organization.