Director of Membership and Philanthropic Engagement

Job Description

Position Opening: Director of Membership & Philanthropic Engagement

About the Opportunity
FADICA Catholic Philanthropy Network is a national community of Catholic-inspired funders committed to informed and effective giving for a vital Catholic Church and the common good. FADICA convenes, resources, and connects members, fostering member collaboration, learning and impact around shared funding interests, such as: Catholic ministries, education, Church vitality, care for creation, international giving, and more.

The Director of Membership and Philanthropic Engagement is a high-energy, goal-driven professional who advances the growth and engagement of FADICA's membership and partner network. This role focuses on cultivating relationships with prospective members, supporting member participation, and contributing to the organization's broader development efforts. This team member will play an important part in thoughtfully expanding FADICA's membership community in ways that reflect its values, peer network, and commitment to Catholic philanthropy.
Key Responsibilities
Membership Growth & Network Development
Set and achieve annual membership growth and engagement goals
Cultivate relationships with prospective members and partners in alignment with FADICA's mission and values
Thoughtfully engage and invite new philanthropic leaders into the FADICA network
Partner with colleagues to ensure a strong and meaningful member experience that supports retention
Maintain a portfolio of prospective members and track engagement over time

Strategic Partnerships
Build and maintain relationships with institutional partners, peer organizations, and aligned networks
Support partnership opportunities tied to convenings and initiatives
Represent FADICA in external settings to strengthen relationships and visibility
Market Insight & Positioning
Stay informed about trends in philanthropy and philanthropy-serving organizations
Share insights to inform outreach and engagement strategies
Cross-Organizational Collaboration
Work closely with program and communications teams to align engagement priorities with programmatic work
Work closely with the membership team and support outreach and communications efforts related to member outreach and partnerships
Systems & Operations
Maintain accurate records of member and prospective member engagement, including that of the CEO and EVP, in CRM systems
Track progress toward membership goals and provide consistent reporting
Qualifications
5-10 years of professional experience in membership development, business development, fundraising, or related external-facing roles
Demonstrated ability to build, cultivate, and advance relationships with prospective stakeholders, donors, or institutional partners
Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain momentum across longer relationship timelines
Experience setting and working toward growth, engagement, or fundraising goals, with a track record of follow-through and results
Proven ability to identify and engage new audiences or constituents in a thoughtful, relationship-driven way
Comfort managing a portfolio of relationships and maintaining consistent outreach over time
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with senior philanthropic leaders
Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit networks, or membership-based organizations strongly preferred
Core Competencies
Relationship-Building: Builds authentic, trust-based relationships while effectively engaging and involving prospective and current members

Goal-Oriented & Self-Directed: Demonstrates initiative in identifying and advancing new membership relationships, takes ownership of membership growth goals, and consistently follows through to achieve results

Strategic Relationship Development: Approaches outreach thoughtfully, identifying and cultivating prospective members in alignment with organizational priorities and values

Sound Judgment & Discretion: Exercises sensitivity and care when engaging high-level philanthropic leaders in a peer-based environment

Collaboration & Team Orientation: Works effectively across teams to align outreach, member engagement, and programmatic efforts

Communication & Presence: Communicates clearly and professionally, with the ability to represent the organization externally

Adaptability & Learning Mindset: Adjusts approaches based on feedback, evolving priorities, and insights from the field

Success Metrics
Achieve monthly and quarterly growth targets
Build and strengthen pathways from prospect engagement to membership
Strategize with the team on increasing long-term retention

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: $80,000 - $95,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications
Comprehensive coverage for employee healthcare, vision, and dental at 100%
Generous employer contribution to a 403B retirement savings
15 days paid vacation, and 70 hours of sick time
Generous benefit of 14 paid holidays

FADICA - Catholic Philanthropy Network is an equal-opportunity employer committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.

About the Employer

FADICA is a Catholic philanthropic network of foundations and donors supporting Catholic activities and initiatives. United by shared values, we go farther together, multiplying impact through shared learning, engagement with Catholic leadership, and collaboration.