Philanthropy Advisor

Description

Our HistoryIn 1879, Father Bernard Donnelly established Mount St. Bernard’s Orphanage in Kansas City. With that one act of faith, hope and charity, many lives — and a community — were transformed.And, from that humble beginning a strong tradition of compassionate care and social service took root, thrived, and grew to become Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph.Catholic Charities empowers at risk people to create a pathway out of poverty by alleviating their immediate crises to create stability; then providing robust support to lift them to dignity and self-reliance.Today, millions of lives have been transformed, in the communities we serve.We have office locations in the Kansas City metro-area, St. Joseph, Missouri, a Food Pantry in Kansas City and another in Cameron, Missouri, while serving a 27-county region.
MissionHelping people move to a better life through hope-filled care, services, and advocacy; calling all those of goodwill to join us.VisionBy lifting people in need to the dignity of self-reliance, and encouraging others to help, our communities will become one human family.ValuesHope/Faith, Trust, Commitment, Collaboration

Position Title: Philanthropy Advisor

Employment Type: Full-time

Exemption Status: Non-exempt

Program: Development

Reports to: Vice President of Development

Position Objective

The Philanthropy Advisor is a direct report to the Vice President of Development and provides support by growing relationships with individual and corporate funders through a vast knowledge of Kansas City philanthropy.

Benefits

This position is eligible for a comprehensive employee benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match of employer contributions up to 5% of their annual pay, paid time off including vacation/sick leave accrual, 10 holidays each year, and more! Our office hours are Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:30 pm and our offices are closed on Friday. Although the Philanthropy Advisor will need to work nights and weekends on occasion as needed for events, they would often have 3 day weekends!

The starting pay for this position is $49k - 52k, depending upon experience. This position is based out of the Kansas City office but will require occasional travel to our St. Joseph and Rockhurst locations.

Essential Duties

• Stewards a portfolio of individual and corporate donors to raise and retain funds for general operations and special projects.
• Solicits sponsorships for annual events, both financial as well as in-kind donations.
• Encourage donors to maintain regular support and inspire new supporters through relationship management.
• Assists at events, including golf tournament, Hope Ball, donor parties, and other fundraising events. 
• Keeps records of communications and touchpoints with donor portfolio in the agency CRM.
• Assist the Development team, CEO, board of directors, other stakeholders with fundraising efforts. 
• Builds and maintains relationships with members of the community.
• Responds to inquiries from community members; when needed, recruits a knowledgeable spokesperson or information source to assist.
• Creates a spirit of goodwill and advocacy for the mission of Catholic Charities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Great communication (verbal and written).
• Microsoft office suite
• Ability to work with diverse populations. 
• Possess great time management skills and can handle multiple demands and priorities.  
• Must have the ability to interact positively with referral sources, other agencies, volunteers, donors and community partners. 
• Must also comprehend, document, and converse in standard English.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and reasoning skills.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, sociology, psychology, education, or a related human service field preferred. 
• Prefer 2-5 years of fundraising experience.  

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.

I understand that as an employee of Catholic Charities I am expected to perform in a manner consistent with the stated characteristics as outlined on the Performance Based Evaluation form and the following mission characteristics:

• Follows the Catholic Social Teachings in all aspects while performing the job duties.
• Works collaboratively to achieve goals and resolves conflict to achieve the greater good.
• Respect for the diversity of talents and gifts of others and belief in cultivating those to promote personal and professional development.
• Demonstrates compassion and commitment for helping others improve their lives.