Manager II, Board Engagement & Giving at Catholic Relief Services – Torrance, California

Position title: Manager II, Board Engagement & Giving

Location: United States | (Hybrid)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in development studies, fundraising, business management, or other related areas.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in fundraising, board development, or strategic engagement
• Minimum of 3 years of management/supervisory experience
• Extensive experience working with institutional or private donors
• Experience working with senior leadership, boards, and volunteers

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree required
• Experience working in the field of development and humanitarian programming
• Non-Profit management and supervisory experience.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated success and proven track record in cultivating, soliciting, and closing of major gifts
• Familiarity with international development and philanthropic strategy
• Proficient in using donor and board databases (ClearView, SharePoint, etc.)
• Strategic thinker and persuasive communicator
• Exceptional collaborator and creative problem solver
• Strong writing and presentation skills
• Proven success in cultivating senior-level relationships and managing complex stakeholder initiatives

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

What we offer

CRS offers U.S. based staff a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a generous retirement savings plan. Benefits packages for successful candidates employed outside the U.S. are based on the country of employment/in-country office where the candidate will perform the role. CRS´ work culture is a collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

CRS is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Selection and hiring decisions are made without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, veteran status or any other protected area.