Development Associate

Description

Position: Development Associate

Location: Northwest Missouri State University Newman Center

Reports to: Director of Campus Ministry (DCM)

Status: Non-exempt, part-time

Position Objective

The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is seeking a Development Associate. This position works to build up and coordinate the development and fundraising efforts of the NWMSU Newman Center.

Requirements

Essential Duties

• Understand and support the mission and priorities of the Newman Center.
• Work with student leaders and FOCUS missionaries to communicate with donors and potential donors.
• Identify potential donors and set up one-on-one meetings via Zoom, phone, and/or in person as feasible to increase the number and support of Newman benefactors.
• Grow the Newman fund through one-time gifts and monthly gifts, especially working with alumni, student parents, Northwest Catholic faculty and staff, friends of Newman, and members of the Catholic Community.
• Coordinate events for the purpose of raising awareness of the mission among potential donors and for fundraising, including the Spring Gala.
• Assist with promotion and public relations as needed.
• Assist the DCM in establishing and maintaining consistent development records and network building.
• Assist DCM in formulating and meeting periodic, annual, and long-term fundraising goals.
• Assist with grant writing as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Use strong verbal and/or written communication skills to exchange information clearly and concisely.
• Uses strong listening and communication skills to exchange information
• Ability to lead and collaborate with staff and respect others.
• Act with urgency to meet individual and organizational commitments.
• Strong attention to detail and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks.
• Assume ownership for project through the entire life cycle.

Basic Qualifications

• Education – High School diploma and experience in related field
• Work Experience: Minimum 3 years in ministry or related field.
• Computer Skills - Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher, and Outlook), Adobe software use (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
• Basic proficiency with Donor Perfect or similar donor database, website updating and social media management.
• Familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry.

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.