Advancement Engagement Manager

Job Description

Are you a relationship builder who wants your daily work to reflect a deep commitment to service and community? We are looking for a dedicated Advancement Engagement Manager to help carry the Sisters’ legacy forward. In this role, you will connect passionate donors, friends, and community partners with the mission and ministries of the congregation. If you possess a talent for storytelling, a heart for mission-driven work, and the skill to turn community support into long-term impact, we invite you to join our supportive team.
The Advancement Communications Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating integrated fundraising communications that inspire donor engagement and philanthropic support for the Sisters of St. This position serves as the department’s lead annual giving and donor communications strategist, overseeing direct mail fundraising, digital engagement, email marketing, social media, recurring giving, donor societies communications, and multichannel fundraising campaigns. Fundraising Communications: Project management of all direct mail efforts, ensuring appeals are effectively executed accurately. Maintain social media content & calendar, conduct multi-channel solicitations, track actions and segmented appeals for donors, and assist in content creation for website and magazine.
Focus on building relationships with mid-level and recurring donors for your portfolio. Help create solicitation strategies for mid-level donors that encourage increased giving.
Collaborate with Director in mailing list and pipeline management.
Portfolio Management: Identify and qualify potential donors through prospect research. Ensure accurate database practices for portfolio management, Society management and Special Events.
Stewardship & Special Events: Engage in targeted donor outreach. Collaborate with Donor Stewardship Specialist ensuring proper planning, execution, and follow-up.
Reporting & Analysis: Strategize with the Director of Advancement on annual fundraising goals, pipeline development, annual appeal schedules, donor premiums, and tracking of giving societies and other targeted donor groups. Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Business or related field. Two or more years in a nonprofit fundraising or marketing role, with strong project management and annual giving experience. Familiarity with donor CRM systems like Raiser’s Edge/NXT. Previous experience in a faith-based organization, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, and online platforms are preferred.
Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
· Strong understanding of audience segmentation and donor lifecycle management.
· Must be able to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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