Regional Development Assistant

The full time Regional Development Assistant must have a solid understanding of and appreciation for the Catholic Faith. With this foundation, the overall purpose of this role is the administrative and organizational support of a dynamic, energetic and Christ-centered development team of development professionals led by the Regional Development Director (SE Region) of the Legion of Christ.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Research of existing and potential benefactors Maintain the donation forecast based on the information received from the cultivators Setup needed appointments, properly classifying “Prospects,” assist with managing and maintaining the Donor Pipeline Work with the communications and marketing team to design collateral materials. Support the development officers with administrative support Fulfill the duties of secretary for the fundraising committees Attend certain fundraising meetings both regionally and nationally

•     Plan and organize projects to reach out to supporters by mail or electronic means.

•     Diligently maintain accurate donor records in customer relationship management (CRM) system, “Salesforce,” including contact management and personal information.

•     Manage the tally of RSVPs for events, assist with planning and organizing of development events including annual Gala Events, Business Retreats, Local Fundraising Campaigns, etc.

• Assist with follow up and reminders of appointments and events including Birthday, Christmas, and Anniversary cards, thank you notes, Mass Cards, etc.

•     Work closely, actively, and collaboratively with the Atlanta Development Director, and Development and Regnum Christi Atlanta team

•     Use multiple software applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, relational databases, and graphics packages to assemble, manipulate and/or format data, reports and communications, Ex: development reports

•     Actively contribute to achieving greater effectiveness in administration and implementation of  best practices

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree. 3-5 years of related experience and/or training required. Detail oriented with a demonstrated ability to provide high quality work product Demonstrated skill in working volunteers and coordinating their effort and energy towards the attainment of strategic initiatives. Demonstrated skill in working as part of teams Works well under stress; able to juggle multiple priorities in a constructive way A basic understanding of planned giving Strong capability to present information and respond to questions effectively. Strong follow-up skills required Proficiency with technology is required, specially navigating the web, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Detail oriented, exceptional office and contact organizing and management talents Understanding or ability and willingness to learn Salesforce CRM software Complete respect for the Roman Catholic Church, Legion of Christ and Regnum Christi.

•     Position is based in Roswell, Georgia

 

COMPENSATION:

• Compensation:  DOE Benefits:  Generous paid time-off: holidays, vacation, personal and sick time; full employee and family healthcare coverage; excellent 401(k) retirement savings plan. Work Environment:  In Roswell, GA collaborating with great people in achieving the Catholic Church’s modern evangelizing mission!


• Position type: Full time by the hour, position is a hybrid of office and remote work.


• Interested qualified individuals must include Cover Letter and Resume.