Diocese of St. Augustine
Development and Fundraising Partner
Diocese of St. Augustine - Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
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Position Description
Position:
Development & Fundraising Partner
FLSA : Exempt
Reports to:
Director of Development & Stewardship
Grade:
207
Department:
Development & Stewardship Office
Effective date:
May 21, 2025
General Summary
As a member of the diocesan Curia, the Development & Fundraising Partner (DFP) provides specialized development and fundraising services for the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre De Dios, St. Augustine, and the Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, High Springs, Florida.
This position is more than occupational but vocational, as it supports and advances the mission of the Diocese of St. Augustine by actively seeking the financial resources and funding opportunities needed to support these sacred places that foster spiritual renewal and the deepening of faith of all who visit. The DFP’s primary focus must be to make manifest these Shrines as “.…a genuine place of evangelization, where…the powerful action with which God’s mercy works in people’s lives….” (Pope Francis, Motu Proprio Sanctuarium in Ecclesia).
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Serves to assist and promote the rich history, culture, and religious significance of the Shrines and the community of the faithful where people gather for spiritual devotion and pilgrimage. Maintains high visibility at the Shrine sites, interacting and working to build trusted relationships with Rectors, advisory boards, Shrine leadership, volunteers, and local parishes and their staff; partners with Shrine leadership to monitor guest experiences, hospitality, facilities, and aesthetics. Collaboratively develops and manages each Shrine’s fundraising strategies, campaigns, and capital development initiatives to support the overall organizational development and revenue objectives. Recruits volunteer team members, organizes, provides project management, and oversees the execution of fundraising events. Implements donor stewardship programs to identify, develop, retain, and nurture a portfolio of individual donors, foundations, and institutional donors. Responsible to meet short and long-term development and fundraising goals, budget planning and execution, measurement, and financial accountability. Serves as grant writer, identifying funding opportunities, crafting compelling proposals, and submitting them to secure financial or in-kind support. Research and gather compelling stories to share with prospective donors, connecting with them on an emotional level, showcasing the impact of donations, and fostering long-term relationships. Effectively uses technology or teams with others to creatively use technology in ease-of-donation/giving, development and stewardship, marketing, and media relations. Seeks collaboration with the Office of Communications to promote development and fundraising events, and ways to promote the Shrines. Assist Shrine leadership with marketing, promotion, and establishing brand identity, or bring in Catholic volunteer consultants to serve as a sounding partner, inspire new ideas, or discuss revitalization efforts; may serve as a conduit for Shrine leadership to meet other U.S. Shrine leaders to obtain other perspectives and advice. Uses technology to manage and monitor donor information and produce data-driven measurement and reporting of the progress of fundraising goals. Advises on a monthly basis Shrine leadership, the Director of Development, Bishop, Chief Financial Officer, and the appropriate Shrine advisory boards on all issues related to development and fundraising while providing comprehensive, accurate, and timely status reports on goals, performance, financial updates, initiatives, and the success of the campaigns. Oversees all planning of donor appreciation events in coordination with local stakeholders. (Ie. Major donor galas, mid-level cookouts, volunteer appreciation events, etc.) Works as an advisor to Shrine stakeholders to provide consultative advice, support, materials, tools, and education/training, on how they can partner and support his/her efforts in development, fundraising, capital campaign initiatives, and increased giving. Maintains a high degree of professionalism and credibility with the Shrine staff and volunteers, clergy, partnering deaneries, local parish staff, and the local community, with a high focus on building effective and positive relationships. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration or Non- Profit Administration or related field. Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CRFE) credential or equivalent preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of development experience with verifiable successful fundraising programs and personal track record of integrity in fundraising. Demonstrated ability to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors, businesses, and organizations. Familiarity and fluency with the use of technology and the ability to know how to team with others to creatively use technology in ease-of-donation/giving, development and stewardship, marketing, and media relations. Candidate must be a practicing Roman Catholic possessing the ability to respect, promote, accommodate, and not conflict with the mission, moral and social teachings, doctrines, and laws of the Roman Catholic faith and must be a Catholic in good standing with the Church. Must have a collaborative style; proven team builder with effective employee-relations skills. Proven ability to lead and motivate teams through recognition, participation, and delegation. A leadership style that is approachable, engaging, as well as results and action-oriented Pursues this ministry with energy, drive, and a need to produce results, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks. Must be flexible, self-confident, assertive, and persuasive. Required to have excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills, skilled at public speaking. Ability to produce concise reports and recommendations, make presentations to varied groups, and articulate and inspire commitment to a shared vision. Must be a goal oriented and self-motivated individual who can demonstrate accountability, initiative, creativity and focus in a rapidly changing and intellectually stimulating environment. Must be able to organize and prioritize work, be proactive, resolve complex problems, follow through, and simultaneously manage multiple priorities. Ability to respect and value the cultural richness that makes up the Church and society and strives to celebrate commonalities and differences among various groups. Ability to speak, understand, and write in Spanish and English is a plus. Exercises considerable independence and judgment with a high level of confidentiality. Must successfully pass the required criminal background check prior to employment and maintain this clearance throughout employment. Proficient with information technology including Microsoft Office Suite, social media usage, web site contributor level should be proficient.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, vendors, employees, and the public. Ability to speak, understand, and write in Spanish and English is a plus.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, when necessary, and ability to travel and drive one's own vehicle to various diocesan locations.Seniority level
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Development and Fundraising Partner
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Diocese of St. Augustine 1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Development and Fundraising Partner
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Diocese of St. Augustine Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. DIOCESE OF ST. AUGUSTINE
Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.
Position Description
Position:
Development & Fundraising Partner
FLSA : Exempt
Reports to:
Director of Development & Stewardship
Grade:
207
Department:
Development & Stewardship Office
Effective date:
May 21, 2025
General Summary
As a member of the diocesan Curia, the Development & Fundraising Partner (DFP) provides specialized development and fundraising services for the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre De Dios, St. Augustine, and the Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, High Springs, Florida.
This position is more than occupational but vocational, as it supports and advances the mission of the Diocese of St. Augustine by actively seeking the financial resources and funding opportunities needed to support these sacred places that foster spiritual renewal and the deepening of faith of all who visit. The DFP’s primary focus must be to make manifest these Shrines as “.…a genuine place of evangelization, where…the powerful action with which God’s mercy works in people’s lives….” (Pope Francis, Motu Proprio Sanctuarium in Ecclesia).
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Serves to assist and promote the rich history, culture, and religious significance of the Shrines and the community of the faithful where people gather for spiritual devotion and pilgrimage. Maintains high visibility at the Shrine sites, interacting and working to build trusted relationships with Rectors, advisory boards, Shrine leadership, volunteers, and local parishes and their staff; partners with Shrine leadership to monitor guest experiences, hospitality, facilities, and aesthetics. Collaboratively develops and manages each Shrine’s fundraising strategies, campaigns, and capital development initiatives to support the overall organizational development and revenue objectives. Recruits volunteer team members, organizes, provides project management, and oversees the execution of fundraising events. Implements donor stewardship programs to identify, develop, retain, and nurture a portfolio of individual donors, foundations, and institutional donors. Responsible to meet short and long-term development and fundraising goals, budget planning and execution, measurement, and financial accountability. Serves as grant writer, identifying funding opportunities, crafting compelling proposals, and submitting them to secure financial or in-kind support. Research and gather compelling stories to share with prospective donors, connecting with them on an emotional level, showcasing the impact of donations, and fostering long-term relationships. Effectively uses technology or teams with others to creatively use technology in ease-of-donation/giving, development and stewardship, marketing, and media relations. Seeks collaboration with the Office of Communications to promote development and fundraising events, and ways to promote the Shrines. Assist Shrine leadership with marketing, promotion, and establishing brand identity, or bring in Catholic volunteer consultants to serve as a sounding partner, inspire new ideas, or discuss revitalization efforts; may serve as a conduit for Shrine leadership to meet other U.S. Shrine leaders to obtain other perspectives and advice. Uses technology to manage and monitor donor information and produce data-driven measurement and reporting of the progress of fundraising goals. Advises on a monthly basis Shrine leadership, the Director of Development, Bishop, Chief Financial Officer, and the appropriate Shrine advisory boards on all issues related to development and fundraising while providing comprehensive, accurate, and timely status reports on goals, performance, financial updates, initiatives, and the success of the campaigns. Oversees all planning of donor appreciation events in coordination with local stakeholders. (Ie. Major donor galas, mid-level cookouts, volunteer appreciation events, etc.) Works as an advisor to Shrine stakeholders to provide consultative advice, support, materials, tools, and education/training, on how they can partner and support his/her efforts in development, fundraising, capital campaign initiatives, and increased giving. Maintains a high degree of professionalism and credibility with the Shrine staff and volunteers, clergy, partnering deaneries, local parish staff, and the local community, with a high focus on building effective and positive relationships. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration or Non- Profit Administration or related field. Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CRFE) credential or equivalent preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of development experience with verifiable successful fundraising programs and personal track record of integrity in fundraising. Demonstrated ability to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors, businesses, and organizations. Familiarity and fluency with the use of technology and the ability to know how to team with others to creatively use technology in ease-of-donation/giving, development and stewardship, marketing, and media relations. Candidate must be a practicing Roman Catholic possessing the ability to respect, promote, accommodate, and not conflict with the mission, moral and social teachings, doctrines, and laws of the Roman Catholic faith and must be a Catholic in good standing with the Church. Must have a collaborative style; proven team builder with effective employee-relations skills. Proven ability to lead and motivate teams through recognition, participation, and delegation. A leadership style that is approachable, engaging, as well as results and action-oriented Pursues this ministry with energy, drive, and a need to produce results, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks. Must be flexible, self-confident, assertive, and persuasive. Required to have excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills, skilled at public speaking. Ability to produce concise reports and recommendations, make presentations to varied groups, and articulate and inspire commitment to a shared vision. Must be a goal oriented and self-motivated individual who can demonstrate accountability, initiative, creativity and focus in a rapidly changing and intellectually stimulating environment. Must be able to organize and prioritize work, be proactive, resolve complex problems, follow through, and simultaneously manage multiple priorities. Ability to respect and value the cultural richness that makes up the Church and society and strives to celebrate commonalities and differences among various groups. Ability to speak, understand, and write in Spanish and English is a plus. Exercises considerable independence and judgment with a high level of confidentiality. Must successfully pass the required criminal background check prior to employment and maintain this clearance throughout employment. Proficient with information technology including Microsoft Office Suite, social media usage, web site contributor level should be proficient.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, vendors, employees, and the public. Ability to speak, understand, and write in Spanish and English is a plus.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, when necessary, and ability to travel and drive one's own vehicle to various diocesan locations.Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionOther IndustriesReligious Institutions Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Diocese of St. Augustine by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Fundraiser” roles.Assistant Director of Development, College of Arts and SciencesCorporate Partnerships Specialist – New Business Jacksonville, FL $68,678.00-$102,200.00 1 month ago Fundraising Manager, Walk to End Alzheimer's Orange Park, FL $17.00-$26.00 2 months ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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