Position Title: Philanthropy Project Manager

Department: Advancement

Reports to: Director of Development

Direct Reports: None

FLSA Status: Full Time/Exempt

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000, plus benefits

APPLICANT REQUIREMENT: We request that you submit both a Cover Letter AND Resume that demonstrates your interest and qualifications for working in a ministry position and this project manager role. You will not be considered without both. Please see requirements below.

Organization Overview: OurCommunity is a ministry of OurCalling, a nonprofit organization that has been serving our neighbors on the streets since 2009. At OurCalling, we help our homeless neighbors walk with Jesus and get off the streets. Our vision is to create a community of integrity where people are cared for with dignity and intentionally connected to the body of Christ. OurCommunity will be a 500 tiny-home neighborhood development with full wrap-around support onsite. Located on a 280 acre rural property outside of Dallas, it will provide long-term, comprehensive, and relational care for formerly homeless residents who are at higher risk of dying on the streets and in need of long-term care. At the heart of this tiny-home community will be a service building with wrap-around support services, including a chapel, a medical clinic, a cafe, mental health care and counseling services, and more. All features of OurCommunity are designed to minister to both the spiritual and physical needs of our friends. With 500 tiny-homes, it will be the largest housing project for the formerly homeless in the history of North Texas.

Job Overview: OurCalling is seeking an organized and driven Philanthropy Project Manager (PPM) to join our team and play a crucial role in supporting fundraising activities for the capital campaign for OurCommunity. As the PPM, you will be responsible for preparing proposals, presentations, and other documents, managing volunteer campaign leadership team activities, providing administrative support, and ensuring the smooth execution of various capital campaign activities. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. This is an incredible opportunity to join a dedicated team and drive progress for a pioneering project that addresses the needs of the most vulnerable in our community.

Capital Campaign Responsibilities:

Campaign Coordination: Collaborate with the Capital Campaign Leadership Team (CLT), Director of Development, and CEO to execute plans for the capital campaign.
Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the campaign, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and taking minutes.
Campaign CLT Management: Send meeting minutes and conduct follow-up emails and calls to CLT members to ensure the completion of donor engagement activities.
Document Management: Maintain accurate and organized records related to the campaign, including donor information, gift tracking, fundraising materials, and other relevant documents.
Communication and Outreach: Draft and edit campaign communications, such as emails, newsletters, and proposals. Provide support for outreach efforts to engage potential donors and supporters.
Event Planning: Plan and coordinate events related to the campaign, including donor meetings, private events, town halls, groundbreaking, and ribbon-cutting events.
Budget Management: Work closely with the Finance Team to monitor and manage the campaign budget, ensuring that expenditures align with the overall financial plan.
Donor Relations: Support efforts to cultivate and steward relationships with donors, ensuring timely acknowledgment and recognition of contributions.
Reporting: Generate regular reports on campaign progress, providing key metrics and insights to the campaign team and leadership.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in project management, administration, and/or fundraising operations.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Proven professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated ability to manage up to and provide accountability for senior leaders, business owners, C-suite, and community volunteers
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and independently as needed.
Ability to balance multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
Proficiency in office software and fundraising databases.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred.
Understanding of fundraising principles and strategies preferred.
Experience with capital campaigns or major gift fundraising preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

Upholding a close and growing relationship as a disciple of Jesus Christ

Our Benefits: We offer an excellent Total Rewards benefit package that includes over 3 weeks’ Paid Time Off plus Holidays to start, as well as Health Reimbursement Benefit of up to $800 per month, Parental Leave, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan with matching, and more.

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