Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph
Stewardship and Development Director
Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Position Summary
The Stewardship and Development Director plays a key leadership role in advancing the mission of the parish by fostering a culture of stewardship and philanthropy. This position oversees all aspects of stewardship education, donor cultivation, and fundraising initiatives to support parish ministries, programs, and facilities. This position reports to the Operations Director. This is a full time 40 hours a week position.
Key Responsibilities Stewardship Education
Promote stewardship as a way of life rooted in Catholic teaching.
Develop and implement parish-wide stewardship formation programs.
Collaborate with clergy and ministry leaders to integrate stewardship into liturgy, education, and parish communications.
Organize workshops, retreats, and events to encourage parishioners to share their time, talent, and treasure.
Fund Development
Create and execute an annual fundraising plan, including:
Major Gifts
Planned giving
Parish annual appeals
Special events (e.g., galas, golf tournaments)
Cultivate relationships with donors, alumni, and benefactors.
Oversee donor recognition and ensure timely acknowledgments.
Communications & Outreach
Develop compelling content for parish bulletins, newsletters, websites, and social media.
Share stories of impact and promote giving opportunities.
Maintain regular communication with parishioners and stakeholders.
Data & Reporting
Maintain accurate donor records and fundraising data.
Provide regular reports to the pastor, finance council, and other leadership bodies.
Ensure compliance with diocesan policies and donor guidelines.
Qualifications
Strong understanding of Catholic values, parish life, and stewardship theology.
Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, and nonprofit development.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to inspire and engage diverse audiences.
Proficiency in fundraising software and donor databases.
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, theology, or related field.
Desired Traits
Passionate about the mission of the Catholic Church.
Strategic thinker with a collaborative spirit.
Creative and resourceful in identifying new funding opportunities.
Committed to transparency, accountability, and ethical fundraising.
St. Therese Catholic Church offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous vacation and sick leaves, plus paid holidays.
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.
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Key Responsibilities Stewardship Education
Promote stewardship as a way of life rooted in Catholic teaching.
Develop and implement parish-wide stewardship formation programs.
Collaborate with clergy and ministry leaders to integrate stewardship into liturgy, education, and parish communications.
Organize workshops, retreats, and events to encourage parishioners to share their time, talent, and treasure.
Fund Development
Create and execute an annual fundraising plan, including:
Major Gifts
Planned giving
Parish annual appeals
Special events (e.g., galas, golf tournaments)
Cultivate relationships with donors, alumni, and benefactors.
Oversee donor recognition and ensure timely acknowledgments.
Communications & Outreach
Develop compelling content for parish bulletins, newsletters, websites, and social media.
Share stories of impact and promote giving opportunities.
Maintain regular communication with parishioners and stakeholders.
Data & Reporting
Maintain accurate donor records and fundraising data.
Provide regular reports to the pastor, finance council, and other leadership bodies.
Ensure compliance with diocesan policies and donor guidelines.
Qualifications
Strong understanding of Catholic values, parish life, and stewardship theology.
Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, and nonprofit development.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to inspire and engage diverse audiences.
Proficiency in fundraising software and donor databases.
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, theology, or related field.
Desired Traits
Passionate about the mission of the Catholic Church.
Strategic thinker with a collaborative spirit.
Creative and resourceful in identifying new funding opportunities.
Committed to transparency, accountability, and ethical fundraising.
St. Therese Catholic Church offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous vacation and sick leaves, plus paid holidays.
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.
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