Director of Stewardship & Development

Description

The Director of Development & Events leads all fundraising, development, and event operations for the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and occasionally Morning Glory Ministries. 

Fundraising Strategy & Development 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive annual fundraising plan for both the Cathedral and Morning Glory Ministries.
• Build sustainable, year-round revenue beyond single events. 
• Grow recurring giving and monthly donor programs. 
• Identify grant opportunities and assist with grant research and proposal writing. 
• Develop sponsorship opportunities with local businesses. 
• Track fundraising performance, goals, and reporting. 
• Maintain clear financial accountability and boundaries between Cathedral fundraising and Morning Glory Ministries. 

Grants & Fundraising 

• Research, write, and submit grant proposals specific to Morning Glory's needs. 
• Co-chair the Annual Auction in collaboration with the Director of Eagle Wings Café. 
• Track funding for Birth Certificates and IDs and reconcile all documents received. 
• Direct all aspects of the Annual Appeal, including creating mailings, maintaining mailing lists, and sending follow-up thank-you letters. 

Events & Venue Management 

• Lead and manage the Cathedral’s annual auction. 
• Assist with Morning Glory’s annual fundraiser. 
• Launch and oversee additional fundraising events and campaigns throughout the year. 
• Oversee scheduling of the venue and maintain the master event calendar. 
• Work closely with ParkIt Valet on organizing and managing the parking schedule. 

Communications & Community Engagement 

• Keep the BHC website and socials updated. 
• Make and send out the weekly parish bulletin. 
• Build strong relationships with parishioners, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners. 
• Increase volunteer involvement and expand community awareness for both the Cathedral and Morning Glory Ministries. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Make timely, well-reasoned decisions.
• Use strong verbal and/or written communication skills to exchange information clearly and concisely and deliver concepts, opinions and ideas in a professional manner.
• Earn others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions. 
• Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation and mutual respect.
• Handle multiple projects under time sensitive deadlines.
• Develop direct reports to grow and succeed through feedback, instruction and encouragement.
• Maintain confidentiality with high standards of ethics and integrity.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in a closely related field or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience preferred.
• Minimum of three years of donor-relations, fundraising or development management experience; major gift and campaign experience are strongly preferred.
• Proven experience in establishing, expanding, and maintaining strong relationships with external donors and internal team members.
• Intermediate to Advanced skill level using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of fundraising recordkeeping and fundraising software preferred.
• Practicing Catholic with ethical standards, personal integrity, and conduct consistent with the morals and teachings of the Catholic Church. 

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Church offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous vacation and sick leaves, plus paid holidays. 

Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.