Director of Development

Job Description

Overview:
Help spread the knowledge, love and practice of the Catholic Faith through the fulfillment of the assigned responsibilities of the RED-C Apostolate. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: directing all aspects of fundraising and development for all RED-C Apostolate programs and activities, including RED-C Catholic Radio, Victory Sports and RED-C Family Retreats, as well as other efforts of the Apostolate. The Director Development will ensure the highest quality and reliable service to promote the mission of the RED-C Apostolate.

Qualifications Required:
- Thorough knowledge of the Catholic Church, its mission and teachings, and a demonstration of living the Catholic Faith and communication of Catholic theology.
- Living a lifestyle that does not violate the teachings and beliefs of the Roman Catholic Church, according to the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
- Firm belief in and commitment to the mission of the RED-C Apostolate.
- Bachelor's degree in business, communications, public relations, nonprofit management, or related field plus 3+ years' experience in development, philanthropy and/or fundraising.
- Demonstration of high professional & ethical standards.
- Excellent presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of office equipment, such as computers and printers.
- Comfortable with leadership; has the capacity to lead, direct, and delegate tasks.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively to accomplish common objectives.
- Exceptional organizational skills including cataloging and content management.

Qualifications Desired:
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, including cataloging and content management.
- Excellent writing, proofreading and editing skills; ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Experience with both PC and Mac platforms preferred.

Duties:
- Collaborate with RED-C Apostolate executives to make high-level decisions regarding the budget and the direction of the company.
- Meet face to face with major donors and prospective major donors to cultivate large gifts.
- Direct the RED-C development office with fundraising strategies.
- Proactively build relationships with new sources of support while strengthening relationships with current donors to further their loyalty and encourage higher levels of support and involvement.
- Lead the strategy for approaching corporations, foundations, and grant programs including researching, developing and overseeing proposals, tracking and compliance, report writing and acknowledgments.
- Secure sponsorships for fundraising events.
- Enlist, as appropriate, Board members, the Executive Director, and other staff to assist in major gift fundraising.
- Develop stewardship plans and activities for donors and ensure proper acknowledgement and recognition of their support.
- Maintain a current knowledge of the tools and techniques relating to major gift fundraising.
- Represent RED-C Apostolate in the community by attending and speaking to local civic groups, chamber programs, school and church groups and effectively communicating the organization's mission, vision, programs and impact.
- Demonstrate ability and willingness to provide support in a collaborative and team-oriented manner.
- Attend board and planning meetings, as requested.
- Participate in other duties as assigned.

Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications

For more information on this position, call Dennis Macha at (979) 255-2633.
To apply, submit resume and cover letter to dennis@redcradio.org.

About the Employer

RED-C Apostolate will communicate Truth as expressed in Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and by the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. Its mission is to empower families in the spiritual formation of their members as they grow in holiness and by assisting them in the integration of the Catholic Faith in their daily lives. RED-C supplements the primary religious education done in the home and parish. Activities include: gather for religious education of apostolate members; operation of radio stations to broadcast Catholic programs education and announcements for a renewal of the Catholic faith; redistribute educational material by the Catholic Church and diocesan bishop; and operate web-based or television media, to deliver Catholic content.