Development Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: Development Specialist
Location: Curia - Peoria, IL
Reports to: Director of Development & Stewardship
Job Type: Full-Time

The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is currently seeking a Development Specialist to help strengthen and grow our fundraising efforts across the diocese. By joining our team, you will use your expertise to uphold the mission of the Diocese and make a meaningful impact on our community.

About the Role
• The Development Specialist supports the Catholic Diocese of Peoria by advancing its fundraising initiatives, including major gift fundraising, the annual fund, planned giving and parish funding campaigns.

What You Will Do
• Administrative Support: Assist in the coordination of major gift fundraising efforts, the annual fund, and planned giving to ensure alignment with diocesan goals.
• Parish Campaign Support: Provide parishes with support on designing and implementing successful funding campaigns tailored to their unique needs.
• Donor Relations: Work with Director of Development to design a comprehensive stewardship cultivation plan for all existing and prospective donors.
• Partnership Development: Build relationships with pastors, parish staff, and lay leaders to foster a culture of stewardship and philanthropy.
• Data Analysis: Monitor, analyze, and report on campaign performance, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Collaboration: Partner with other diocesan departments to align development efforts with broader mission objectives.

What You Will Have
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following requirements:
• Bachelor's degree
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to foster partnerships and collaboration
• Self-starter and willing to take initiative
• Strong relational and emotional intelligence
• Understanding and appreciation of Catholic teachings and parish life

Top Candidates Will Also Have
• Experience in major gift cultivation and solicitation
• Proven experience in fundraising, development, or non-profit management
• Visionary thinking with the ability to turn ideas into actionable plans
• Knowledge of best practices in non-profit fundraising and donor stewardship

What You Will Get
Our goal at the Catholic Diocese of Peoria is for you to have a rewarding career.
• We value our employees and offer a Total Rewards package to support your overall well-being, including:
o Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 per year, based on skills and experience.
The salary offered may vary depending on several individualized factors including, but not limited to, job level, market, skills, experience, job-related knowledge, training, and other department needs. Please note salary is only one component of the Total Rewards package.
o Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, prescription, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy
o Time Off: Paid time off including vacation, sick days, holy days, and holidays
o Retirement Plan: 403(b) with employer contributions
o Additional Benefits: Life insurance and long-term disability coverage

How to Apply
• Submit your application through https://www.applitrack.com/cdop/onlineapp/

The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is committed to ensuring that all recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and other employment-related programs are provided fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis. As such, the Diocese prohibits discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation of any kind against an applicant or employee on the basis of their actual or perceived race or traits associated with race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, disability or association with a disabled person, military or veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, order of protection status, or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. For more information, or to request an accommodation of any kind, please contact humanresources@cdop.org

About the Employer

The mission of the Diocese of Peoria is rooted in the command of Christ: "Go Make Disciples." Rooted in Catholic tradition, the Diocese proclaims the Gospel, celebrates the Sacraments, and serves others in the name of Jesus Christ. Under the leadership of Bishop Louis Tylka, the Diocese is actively working to become an even more vibrant, mission-driven, and sustainable Church.