Regional Development Director, Greater Chicago area (remote)
- Employer
- Catholic Relief Services
- Location
- Maryland, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Closing date
- Jan 28, 2022
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Donor Relations, Programs, Community Outreach, Grant Administration
- Fields
- Advocacy, Community Development, Community Foundations, International
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Regional Development Director, Greater Chicago area (remote)
Catholic Relief Services
- Major gifts position: Secure gifts of $25,000 and above; build and manage a portfolio of 70-80 donors
- Work for a leading international humanitarian and development agency with great benefits and be part of an organization that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Major gift experience required
Job Description Summary
As a member of the Leadership Giving team, the Regional Director of
Development (RDD) is a mission driven and experienced fundraiser
with demonstrated success in securing major gifts of $25,000 and
above from individual donors in support of CRS’ strategic program
priorities.
Under the supervision of the Director of Development, the RDD
partners with fundraising colleagues, Analytics staff, Donor
Relations staff, Principal Gifts staff, the Sr. Director for
Leadership Giving, the Director of Planned Giving, and the Director
of Hispanic Development to develop and execute a customized/data
informed engagement plan that leads donors to a broader
understanding of CRS as part of a long-range resource mobilization
strategy to increase major gift support from private donors.
The RDD works closely with the Office of the President, Executive
Vice President for Charitable Giving, the Vice President for
Leadership Giving, Sr. Director of Development, the Sr. Director of
Leadership Giving and Overseas Operations and Mission and
Mobilization staff as appropriate to achieve annual and multi-year
revenue and non-revenue engagement goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Secure leadership gifts at levels of $25,000 and above to meet
annual individual and department revenue goals.
2. Build, manage and expand a portfolio of 70 to 80 leadership
giving donors and prospects. Serve as the relationship manager and
focal point for CRS communications with donors in portfolio,
facilitating and guiding donor communications with other CRS
stakeholders.
3. Develop a holistic “One Agency” donor engagement strategy that
advances donors’ relationship with CRS, the people, and the
programs they support to promote greater philanthropic
involvement.
4. Commit to CRS Opportunities Management through the documentation
of all substantive donor engagement in Clearview (database).
Actively qualify new donors, ensure that donor interactions and
strategies are complete and up to date, and participate in periodic
portfolio reviews to ensure a robust and diverse pipeline and
portfolio.
5. In collaboration with Donor Relations and other Charitable
Giving colleagues, develop intentional opportunities that deepen
donors’ engagement according to their interests, giving history,
and Agency strategic priorities.
6. In collaboration with the Sr. Director for Leadership Giving,
identify volunteer leadership for CRS Boards and Go Far Campaign
committees.
7. Perform related activities as required.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization
required. Master's degree preferred
• Three to eight years of demonstrated experience in prospect
management, and in developing and executing prospect strategies
that lead to successful gift solicitations of $25,000 or more
required
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and soliciting gifts at the
seven- and eight-figure level, particularly those that require
blended gift strategies preferred
• Fluency in conversational Spanish a plus
• Previous campaign fundraising experience preferred
• Understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and experiential
knowledge of the fundraising context in the Greater Chicago area
preferred
• Experiential knowledge of international programs preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Elevated level of emotional intelligence (curiosity, active
listening, servant leadership)
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with an
attention to detail
• Ability to develop and sustain relationships with a wide range of
people
• Proven track record of accomplishment in fundraising, including
successful solicitation and closing of major gifts
• Demonstrated knowledge of the philanthropic culture and community
in the greater Chicago area
• Team player who can also work independently in a complex
environment
• Knowledge of Clearview and Opportunities Management desirable
• Ability to travel domestically for face-to-face visits as well as
periodic overseas trips with donors (typically once every 12 to 24
months) when the CRS Executive Office deems it appropriate
• Able to participate in evening and weekend activities as
appropriate
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
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- Integrity
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Builds Relationships
- Develops Talent
- Strategic Mindset
- Accountability & Stewardship
About CRS
Founded in 1943, Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding.
Background
Working within the Leadership Giving team, Regional Development
Directors (RDDs) are an integral part of the Charitable Giving
division, which aims to increase and diversify the agency’s
resources by creating deep and meaningful relationships with donors
and US constituents. The RDD will play a critical role in
implementing the Charitable Giving Action Plan, while actively
contributing to the Go FAR Leadership Giving Campaign, which seeks
to raise $350 million to drive our impact like never before. This
vision depends on RDDs working to connect donors, partners and the
people we serve to create transformational change.
Benefits of working at CRS
- Work for a mission driven organization that is committed to saving, protecting and transforming lives in need in more than 100 countries.
- Join an organization that celebrates and promotes diversity, and is committed to the ongoing work of racial equity.
- Great benefit choices to you and your family are just one of the many ways Catholic Relief Services supports the physical, financial, and emotional well-being of the people who make our organization successful; in addition, CRS has implemented newly-created COVID-related benefits and support services to help our staff through this difficult period.
***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
EOE/M/F/D/V - CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (For all US and International positions)
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