Originally published at National Catholic Register
Under the direction of the Mission Advancement Manager, the US Church Relations & Mission Outreach Coordinator is responsible for a) the Church Dates Program: identifying, developing, managing, and growing strategic relationships with existing and potential dioceses, parishes; b) Multicultural Relations: advancing relationships with and support from multi-ethnic Catholic communities. This includes prospect research, cultivation, stewardship, engagement and solicitation plans for individuals, foundations, and businesses with the goal of enhancing relationships and securing funding for MKLM. c) collaboration with the mission services department for coordination of possible missioner recruitment opportunities.
S/he engages donors directly through personalized communications and outreach that deepens their relationship with MKLM. S/he works in close collaboration with the Executive Director and departments, as needed.
Essential Job Criteria
Education: BA or BS degree in a related field.
Experience: Mission experience as well as past- history and rootedness in the U.S. Catholic Church.
Skills and abilities: Excellent oral and written communication skills: ability to handle multiple tasks. Proficiency in computer and database skills, including Donor Perfect. Creativity. Demonstrates initiative, self-starter who follows through on tasks without direct supervision. Ability to motivate and guide Association Members in their fulfillment of speaking engagements. Spanish speaking skills helpful.
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