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.
