Stewardship Officer (Stewardship and Funds Development) en undefined

Overview

The national offices of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), A Corporation (“A Corp”) “PC(USA)”, based in Louisville Kentucky, serve with mid-councils, congregations, worshipping communities, and partner organizations to carry forth the mission of Jesus Christ. Approximately 400 individuals, diverse in race, age, gender, sexual orientation, faith, skills, and more, come together as colleagues to work for a world where justice reigns, peace prevails, and God’s love extends to all people. This community comprises the staff of national entities: the Interim Unified Agency, the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation, Presbyterian Women, Investment and Loan Program, and the Administrative Services Group.

Basic Commitment: This position calls for a commitment to the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) as noted in its theological confessions, the Book of Order, and the actions of the General Assembly.

Purpose:

Stewardship & Funds Development (SFD) within the Administrative Services Group of the Presbyterian Church (USA) (PC(USA)) raises funds to support the mission and ministries of the Interim Unified Agency (IUA). This position will focus on building and maintain trusting relationships with individuals, congregations, presbyteries, synods, and other missional groups within the PC(USA) for the purpose of securing funds.

The role offers flexibility for remote work arrangements.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Using data-driven and constituent-specific strategies, knowledge of the PC(USA), and an entrepreneurial spirit, manage all tasks related to engagement, retention, and interpretation of the ministry priorities of the [IUA].
• Conduct strategic visits for the purposes of discovery, cultivation, and stewardship to secure and maintain faithful giving by congregations and mid-councils (presbyteries and synods).
• Implement and grow the PILLARS recurring giving program for individual donors. This includes organizing and hosting events (online and in-person) to engage donors with the PILLARS program. Work with Major Gifts Officers to include potential high-level donors.
• Work alongside the Annual Giving Officer and Annual Giving Team to consistently promote annual giving opportunities such as the church-wide Special Offerings and Presbyterian Giving Catalog, adhering to General Assembly action.
• Assist the Major Gifts Officers by identifying potential major donors and communicating that information to appropriately move them along the donor journey.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete database records. Capture and document all pertinent information from visits, meetings, correspondences in regular contact reports.
• Plan and present workshops and webinars to encourage funding for [IUA] ministry priorities and share stories of impact.
• Develop presentations for congregational stewardship engagement.
• Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned.

 Essential Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of [3-5] years of experience with nonprofits with preference for faith-based nonprofits.
• Dynamic interpersonal skills with the proven ability to comfortably and confidently interact with a diverse community.
• Knowledge of programs such as Raisers Edge (Constituent Relations Management system) and Google or Microsoft Suites. Familiarity with social media and other digital platforms is ideal.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, results-driven environment while demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills, detail orientation, leadership and delegation abilities, comfort, energy, and poise in public speaking.
• Understanding and knowledge of PC(USA) and its structure.
• Proven ability to effectively work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and effectively communicate [IUA]’s mission to constituents.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional ethics in working with highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Familiarity with donor/customer database management and online fundraising tools.
• Strong technical skills and proficiency with technology.
• Ability to travel as required for meetings, visits, and events.

Helpful Skills:

• Have a deep understanding and commitment to cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness.  Values diverse groups, ethnicities, genders, communities, cultural constituencies and points of view.  Able to relate well to people from all walks of life and of varying theological perspectives. 
• Ability to speak one or more languages other than English very helpful

Additional Information/Benefits:

We believe a balanced life, with time for work, leisure, and spiritual nurture, makes us healthier and more productive colleagues.

PC(USA) offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees including 

Defined Pension Plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending accounts 

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan 

Vacation Days 

Sick Days 

Paid Holidays.

A Corp Commitment:

Our faith in God inspires our commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and is grounded in scripture, the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), and actions of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).