Senior Development Consultant

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. Develop and maintain relationships with diocesan executives, clergy, development leaders, and management teams .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in relationship management, strategic consultation, and project management within the context of Catholic diocesan structures and fundraising practices. Proven ability to achieve revenue growth and customer satisfaction through effective communication and stakeholder engagement.

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Account ManagementCustomer ServiceProject ManagementCRM Systems ProficiencyFundraising Practices Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Revenue GrowthCustomer Satisfaction MetricsStatistical Data ManagementCampaign PlanningDonor Engagement Strategies

Soft Skills

Exceptional Relationship-BuildingCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsMicrosoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Catholic Diocesan StructuresAnnual AppealsFundraising PracticesNonprofit ConsultingFaith-Based Nonprofits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain relationships with diocesan executives, clergy, development leaders, and management teams
Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to assigned dioceses
Identify opportunities to enhance client outcomes through products, services, and best practices
Conduct customer outreach through phone calls, virtual meetings, and onsite visits
Travel to diocesan locations as needed
Conduct customer satisfaction reviews, annual business reviews, and campaign recap meetings
Resolve customer concerns and ensure follow-up and issue resolution
Use CRM systems to document interactions, track opportunities, manage projects, and maintain customer records
Coordinate diocesan annual appeal planning and execution
Lead campaign planning meetings, create agendas, establish priorities, and guide discussions
Manage multiple complex projects and maintain campaign workflows and schedules
Coordinate diocesan stakeholders and internal teams to ensure execution
Monitor milestones and address risks or delays
Consult on donor engagement strategies and stewardship best practices
Recommend process improvements and campaign enhancements
Analyze campaign performance and provide strategic growth recommendations
Track and communicate appeal successes and outcomes
Collaborate with production, pre-production, IT, administrative, and fulfillment teams
Coordinate appeal materials, communications, and campaign execution
Support development and improvement of systems, processes, and tools
Achieve revenue growth, retention, and customer satisfaction goals
Identify opportunities to expand services and generate additional account business
Generate reports on revenue growth, account retention, and customer success metrics
Deliver presentations, webinars, workshops, and educational sessions
Lead annual appeal kickoff meetings
Represent the organization at diocesan gatherings, conventions, conferences, and trade association events
Prepare management status reports and business updates
Assist with special projects and organizational initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills
Ability to meet established goals and deadlines
Experience in consultation, customer service, large account management, and territory planning
Proven record of revenue results with high levels of customer satisfaction
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Ability to facilitate meetings and manage diverse stakeholder groups
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Knowledge of Catholic diocesan structures, annual appeals, fundraising practices, and parish operations preferred
Ability to manage statistical data to assess fundraising effectiveness and devise strategic plans
Ability to discover needs and refer upselling of products and services
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in account management, client relations, fundraising, nonprofit consulting, project management, or a related field
Experience working with dioceses, parishes, Catholic organizations, or faith-based nonprofits strongly preferred
Experience presenting to executive-level stakeholders preferred
Ability and willingness to travel frequently up to 50%
Evening and weekend work may be required periodically
Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record meeting company requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Frequent travel opportunities up to 50%
Compensation based on market data, internal equity, and relevant skills, experience, and educational background