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Description The Director of Development & Events leads all fundraising, development, and event operations for the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and occasionally Morning Glory Ministries. Fundraising Strategy & Development • Develop and implement a comprehensive annual fundraising plan for both the Cathedral and Morning Glory Ministries. • Build sustainable, year-round revenue beyond single events. • Grow recurring giving and monthly donor programs. • Identify grant opportunities and assist with grant research and proposal writing. • Develop sponsorship opportunities with local businesses. • Track fundraising performance, goals, and reporting. • Maintain clear financial accountability and boundaries between Cathedral fundraising and Morning Glory Ministries. Grants & Fundraising • Research, write, and submit grant proposals specific to Morning Glory's needs. • Co-chair the Annual Auction in collaboration with the Director of Eagle Wings Café. • Track funding for Birth Certificates and IDs and reconcile all documents received. • Direct all aspects of the Annual Appeal, including creating mailings, maintaining mailing lists, and sending follow-up thank-you letters. Events & Venue Management • Lead and manage the Cathedral’s annual auction. • Assist with Morning Glory’s annual fundraiser. • Launch and oversee additional fundraising events and campaigns throughout the year. • Oversee scheduling of the venue and maintain the master event calendar. • Work closely with ParkIt Valet on organizing and managing the parking schedule. Communications & Community Engagement • Keep the BHC website and socials updated. • Make and send out the weekly parish bulletin. • Build strong relationships with parishioners, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners. • Increase volunteer involvement and expand community awareness for both the Cathedral and Morning Glory Ministries. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Make timely, well-reasoned decisions. • Use strong verbal and/or written communication skills to exchange information clearly and concisely and deliver concepts, opinions and ideas in a professional manner. • Earn others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions. • Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation and mutual respect. • Handle multiple projects under time sensitive deadlines. • Develop direct reports to grow and succeed through feedback, instruction and encouragement. • Maintain confidentiality with high standards of ethics and integrity. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in a closely related field or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience preferred. • Minimum of three years of donor-relations, fundraising or development management experience; major gift and campaign experience are strongly preferred. • Proven experience in establishing, expanding, and maintaining strong relationships with external donors and internal team members. • Intermediate to Advanced skill level using Microsoft Office Suite. • Knowledge of fundraising recordkeeping and fundraising software preferred. • Practicing Catholic with ethical standards, personal integrity, and conduct consistent with the morals and teachings of the Catholic Church. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 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.