Overview:
Help spread the knowledge, love and practice of the Catholic Faith through the fulfillment of the assigned responsibilities of the RED-C Apostolate. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: directing all aspects of fundraising and development for all RED-C Apostolate programs and activities, including RED-C Catholic Radio, Victory Sports and RED-C Family Retreats, as well as other efforts of the Apostolate. The Director Development will ensure the highest quality and reliable service to promote the mission of the RED-C Apostolate.
Qualifications Required:
- Thorough knowledge of the Catholic Church, its mission and teachings, and a demonstration of living the Catholic Faith and communication of Catholic theology.
- Living a lifestyle that does not violate the teachings and beliefs of the Roman Catholic Church, according to the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
- Firm belief in and commitment to the mission of the RED-C Apostolate.
- Bachelor's degree in business, communications, public relations, nonprofit management, or related field plus previous successful experience in development, philanthropy and/or fundraising.
- Demonstration of high professional & ethical standards.
- Excellent presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of office equipment, such as computers and printers.
- Comfortable with leadership; has the capacity to lead, direct, and delegate tasks.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively to accomplish common objectives.
- Exceptional organizational skills including cataloging and content management.
Qualifications Desired:
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, including cataloging and content management.
- Excellent writing, proofreading and editing skills; ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Experience with both PC and Mac platforms preferred.
Duties:
- Collaborate with RED-C Apostolate executives to make high-level decisions regarding the budget and the direction of the company.
- Meet face to face with major donors and prospective major donors to cultivate large gifts.
- Direct the RED-C development office with fundraising strategies.
- Proactively build relationships with new sources of support while strengthening relationships with current donors to further their loyalty and encourage higher levels of support and involvement.
- Lead the strategy for approaching corporations, foundations, and grant programs including researching, developing and overseeing proposals, tracking and compliance, report writing and acknowledgments.
- Secure sponsorships for fundraising events.
- Enlist, as appropriate, Board members, the Executive Director, and other staff to assist in major gift fundraising.
- Develop stewardship plans and activities for donors and ensure proper acknowledgement and recognition of their support.
- Maintain a current knowledge of the tools and techniques relating to major gift fundraising.
- Represent RED-C Apostolate in the community by attending and speaking to local civic groups, chamber programs, school and church groups and effectively communicating the organization's mission, vision, programs and impact.
- Demonstrate ability and willingness to provide support in a collaborative and team-oriented manner.
- Attend board and planning meetings, as requested.
- Participate in other duties as assigned.
Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications
For more information on this position, call Dennis Macha at (979) 255-2633.
To apply, submit resume and cover letter to dennis@redcradio.org.
