About the Augustine Institute
The mission of the Augustine Institute is to serve the formation of Catholics for the New Evangelization. Through our graduate school, media, and parish programs, we equip Catholics intellectually, spiritually, and pastorally to renew the Church and transform the world for Christ.
Position Summary
The Advancement Communications Manager is part of the Augustine Institute's Advancement team and bridges the strategic goals of the Institute with the organization's most generous and engaged donors and prospective donors.
In this role, you will oversee the strategy and execution of mass appeals to existing and prospective donors, including members of the Mission Circle, the Augustine Institute's recurring giving society. Additionally, you will oversee the development and creation of bespoke proposals and stewardship materials for larger donors.
In this role, you will work intimately with the Augustine Institute's in-house marketing team and external marketing partners to create compelling, high-quality cases for ongoing support of the Institute. You will also work closely with members of the Advancement team, including the Executive Director of Mission Advancement and Mission Advancement Officers, to tailor solicitations that resonate with individual donors.
The Advancement Communications Manager is expected to:
Develop an annual appeal strategy that takes into consideration Advancement revenue goals, production timelines, collateral development, audience analysis, and post-gift stewardship.
Effectively represent and articulate the impact of the Augustine Institute, presenting a compelling case for support.
Oversee the strategy for the Mission Circle, the Augustine Institute's recurring giving society. In conjunction with the Mission Circle Coordinator, develop strategies to grow the society and retain existing donors.
Manage the Mission Circle Coordinator through annual goal-setting, weekly one-on-ones, and supporting strategic planning efforts.
Support the major gifts team with the development of proposals and stewardship materials that demonstrate the impact of a donor's giving.
Lead the development of an annual impact report that will be shared with all donors.
Collaborate with the Augustine Institute Studios and Marketing teams to develop compelling videos that showcase the depth and breadth of the Institute's work.
Leverage the Classy platform as the primary online giving tool to maximize online giving.
Collaborate with the Advancement Analyst to ensure all appeal giving is accurately and promptly reported in Salesforce, and identify ways to leverage the platform to optimize the appeal experience.
Support the broader Advancement team on special projects or efforts that contribute to the Augustine Institute's larger regional and national goals.
Certain additional qualities are critical to success in this role. They include:
Exceptional ability to write and speak in a compelling way about the New Evangelization
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Collaborative interpersonal skills and ability to work as a productive and effective member of a team
Deep commitment to the Augustine Institute's mission and core values of innovation, collaboration, humility, and excellence
Ability to inspire and engender a passion for the Augustine Institute
Persistence, resilience, and grit, especially in a fast-paced environment of constant change
Experience and comfort with working towards stated metrics and goals
Optimistic and empowered attitude
Creative and entrepreneurial mindset
Solid and comprehensive knowledge of the Catholic faith and Catholic Church practices
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a productive and collaborative member of the team
Passion for fostering relationships that advance the Augustine Institute's mission
Ability to think and plan strategically for both short and long-term goals
Ability to consider the impact of work on internal and external constituents
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field or equivalent experience.
Solid and comprehensive knowledge and consistent practice of the Catholic faith.
At least three years of experience in non-profit fundraising and donor relations.
Capable of using Microsoft Office Suite, and able to quickly assimilate to proprietary and new technology.
Proficient in InDesign and the development of marketing collateral.
A working knowledge of Salesforce is preferred.
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