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Description

Position Summary

At Catholic Charities, the Grants & Campaigns Manager plays a vital role in securing the resources that make our mission possible. Through grant development, strategic fundraising campaigns, and strong funder relationships, this position helps expand services for individuals and families experiencing poverty, crisis, and instability across Central Colorado.

We're seeking an exceptional writer who combines creativity with discipline. The ideal candidate enjoys building meaningful relationships with funders, identifying opportunities that align their priorities with our mission, and developing compelling proposals that communicate impact. Just as importantly, you are highly organized, naturally plan ahead, and keep multiple projects moving smoothly so deadlines are consistently met well in advance.

If you're motivated by meaningful work and bring strong communication skills, thoughtful planning, and a passion for connecting generosity with community impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

This position is 100% on-site in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available. 

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field, plus two years' experience in fundraising or development
• Or, Associate's degree in related field, plus four years of experience in fundraising or development 
• Grant experience strongly preferred.
• Strong command of the English language, writing, grammar, and syntax

Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Strong command of Microsoft Office required, experience with SharePoint preferred.
• Donor database (CRM) experience preferred, Raiser's Edge experience a plus
• Adobe Acrobat experience a plus
• Working knowledge of non-profit fundraising and accounting/budgeting practices

Professional Skills & Competencies

• Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills, with ability to prioritize multiple important tasks.
• Demonstrated self-starter and ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Self-motivated with ability to meet deadlines, demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to apply culturally appropriate skills in interactions with clients, co-workers, volunteers, partner agencies, and other community members.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), problem solving, listening, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to form and maintain positive work relationships.
• Ability to form and nurture positive relationships with donors, funders and co-workers.
• Analytical and creative mind with the ability to work efficiently, effectively, and multitask in a fast-paced environment

Additional Requirements

• Ability and willingness to work within the established structure of Catholic Charities.
• Occasional evenings and weekends are required to accommodate deadlines, meetings, and special events. 

Requirements

Essential Duties

Grant Coordination and Development (75%)

• Research and identify grant funding opportunities, vetting with leadership and program managers.
• Build and steward relationships with foundations, government funders, organizations, and businesses to increase the likelihood of successful proposals and to share the impact of funding received. 
• Work with program staff to develop case statements that support the agency's main funding needs. 
• Develop, coordinate, and submit proposals to grantors, working closely with program, finance, and evaluation staff.
• Coordinate with finance, program, and evaluation staff to submit grant reports required by funders and government agencies, and facilitate and participate in funder site visits as requested.
• Assist in developing annual grant revenue projections for agency budget.
• Maintain grant calendar and files to proactively meet submission and reporting deadlines and to provide up-to-date grants tracking.
• Utilize donor database (Raiser's Edge) to track and document grant correspondence, applications, awards/declines, and funder reporting.
• Research, identify, and develop proposals for grant funding opportunities as applicable for special campaigns or capital campaigns

Campaign Coordination (10%)

• Serve as key contact for community campaigns (Empty Stocking Fund, Colorado Gives, Pikes Peak United Way, Combined Federal Campaign, etc.) supporting profile updates and application development.
• Represent the agency at relevant community events and meetings as requested.
• Provide tours for organizations, donors, interested groups or community members as requested.
• Communicate with corporate representatives, government officials, or community leaders to increase awareness of agency causes, activities or needs.

Direct Ask Appeals (10%)

• Develop and coordinate direct ask campaigns and smaller, targeted asks each fiscal year, including; Spring Appeal (April), Summer Appeal (June), Fall Appeal (August) and Winter Appeal (November).
• Coordinate with the Marketing & Communications Department for client stories, write first draft of appeal story letter.
• Coordinate with the Marketing & Communications Department for design, proofing, printing, etc.
• Monitor, analyze and improve results of appeals.

Advancement Team Duties and Back-Up (5%)

• Stay current in knowledge of agency services, priorities, and initiatives with the ability to share compelling stories of agency impact that encourage philanthropic support.
• Maintain complete and accurate records in Raiser's Edge, keeping donor notes and actions updated.
• Assist in implementing agency's advancement strategic plan, providing information to regularly monitor results to plan.
• Assist with donor fundraising and stewardship events.
• Assist in writing or editing messaging for fundraising communications to donors, as requested.
• Back up department functions as needed, including stewardship, Sponsor a Day, and database support as requested.

Work Environment

• This is an on-site, in-office position - not remote.
• A majority of assigned duties are performed in an office environment
• The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this position.

This description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making compensation decisions. 

Compensation

The hiring range for this position is $58,000-$63,000 annually. Starting salary is determined based on:

• Relevant grant management and nonprofit fundraising experience
• Education, demonstrated skills, and qualifications
• The organization's budget at the time of hire.

Candidates with extensive directly related experience and a proven record of success will be considered for placement toward the upper end of the salary range.

Position Classification

• Exempt
• Full Time: 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Benefits Offered

• Paid Leave
  • 17 holidays (approximate) annually
  • 15 days of Discretionary Time Off (DTO) during your first year, increasing with seniority
  • Spiritual Enrichment (2 hours monthly)
  • Your Birthday! (Take a paid day off during your birthday month)
• Health & Wellness Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • $2,000 Dependent Life Insurance for spouse and each eligible child 
  • Employee Assistance Program
• Income Protection
  • Short-term Disability Insurance after 30 days of employment
  • Long-term Disability Insurance after 6 months of employment
  • FAMLI / FMLA
  • Workers' Compensation Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • $50,000 Term Life/AD&D Insurance 
• Retirement Benefits
  • Pension Plan (6% of wages plus interest) with 20% vesting after each year of service
  • 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuities 
• Other: Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified organization

Equal Employment Opportunity

Catholic Charities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), color, national origin or ancestry, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or any related conditions, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes.  Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. 

Applicants and employees need not be Catholic.  However, all employees are governed by Canon Law or the teachings of the Catholic Church. 

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.