Job Summary

The Manager II, Board Engagement & Giving, is responsible for advancing CRS’s philanthropic strategy through the engagement of Foundation and Governing Board Directors. Reporting to the Senior Director, Board Engagement and Giving, the Manager supports the design and implementation of board member stewardship and engagement, with a goal of contributing to the success of CRS’s comprehensive fundraising campaign. The Manager collaborates across divisions to ensure a select portfolio of givers (current and potential board members) are equipped to serve as philanthropic leaders, connectors, and ambassadors for CRS’s mission. while managing a portfolio of high-capacity donors.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Donor Management 

• Manage the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of select major donors (current board directors as well as potential future board candidates). 
• Develop and implement tailored engagement strategies for high worth individuals, ensuring giving and advocacy efforts align with and support Agency Campaign initiatives.
• Organize strategy sessions and other events to increase giving within the portfolio as well as influence giving from their respective networks.
• Partner with Leadership Giving Relationship Managers and Senior Director Leadership Giving to coordinate donor engagement plans for portfolio of donors, including current board members.

Board Engagement Support

• Support Senior Director Board Engagement and Giving in the development and implementation of tailored engagement and stewardship strategies for board members who are donors to CRS.
• Schedule strategy sessions and other events related to the successful engagement and cultivation of Board Directors as it pertains to CRS campaign initiatives.
• Contribute to the creation of high-impact communications and stewardship materials, providing necessary resources for deepening board member engagement, philanthropic giving and sharing withing their respective networks. 

Campaign Support

• Assist in the execution of board-related components of CRS’s comprehensive fundraising campaign.
• Contribute to board-hosted events and peer engagement initiatives that advance campaign goals.
• Prepare briefing materials and talking points for board members involved in campaign activities.

Cultivation and Pipeline Planning

• Contribute to the identification and cultivation of potential board candidates (based on past and potential giving and campaign leadership), in collaboration with the Senior Director, Board Engagement and Giving, as well as cross-functional partners.
• Support onboarding and experiential learning opportunities for new board members.

  Events and Trips Management 

• Partner with the Events Team to ensure strategic alignment and excellence in board-related event planning and execution.
• Develop and implement holistic strategies in coordination with concerned teams advancing donor’s philanthropic relationships as well as broader engagement with the Agency. 
• Provide guidance in the planning and execution of Journey of Hope trips, ensuring meaningful board participation and post-trip engagement.

Required Languages: English 

Travel: Must be willing and able to travel up to 25 % 

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

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.

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. Catholic Relief Services works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality.  Catholic Relief Services’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.  We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate, the anticipated duration of the assignment is informed by a term limit, based on the type and level of the job and the needs of the agency.

CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants, community members, staff and volunteers from all forms of exploitation and abuse.  The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRS´ Code of Conduct.

CRS talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm.

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. 

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

General Requirements

CRS offers are contingent on the selected candidate’s ability to legally work where the position is to be performed. Every government has a unique set of work permit eligibility requirements.  All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside a home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical clearance; some work permit processes require clearing a separate government administered medical examination.

CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/ permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS offices.