Development Stewardship Coordinator

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
$43,000 - $46,000 - Professional Development and Mentorship * Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, and 403(b) * Employer paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability * Generous PTO structure plus 11 Paid Holidays * Employee Assistance Prog
vision insurance, paid holidays, 403(b)

May 06, 2025
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Catholic Charities is seeking a motivated Development Stewardship Coordinator to join our dedicated Mission Advancement team, working to support compassionate social services that address the needs of people impacted by poverty across southeastern Wisconsin. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in nonprofit development, data management, and donor relations. Who are we? Catholic Charities has been transforming lives since 1920 by providing compassionate and high-quality social services to those in need. With over 100 years of service, we have continually evolved to address the unmet needs of individuals and families facing hardship. We serve people of all faiths across the ten counties of southeastern Wisconsin, ensuring access to services that foster dignity and long-term well-being. We take pride in being named a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel multiple times (2016-2018, 2020-2025). Join a team of professionals who are committed to making a measurable difference in the lives of those we serve. What You'll Do: Your contributions will make a direct, tangible difference to strengthen donor relationships and support fundraising efforts that power our mission to serve those in need. Working closely with the Mission Advancement team, you'll carry out stewardship activities to ensure donors are engaged, recognized, and appreciated. Your work will directly enhance Catholic Charities' fundraising capacity and ensure a best-in-class donor experience. In this important role, that offers hands-on learning and a chance to expand skills in nonprofit development, you will: Be the Heart of Donor Operations: Process and manage donor data with accuracy and care to ensure meaningful donor connections and smooth processing for gifts, acknowledgments, and events. Drive Impactful Communications: Support the Director of Mission Advancement with donor relations, fundraising campaigns, and special events to engage our community and build partnerships. Expand Funding Reach: Conduct prospect research, assist in grant writing, and track grants to increase funding for critical services like mental health support, and immigration services. Collaborate Across Teams: Work with Catholic Charities staff, volunteers, and donors in a collaborative, fast-paced environment to bring our mission to life. Salary: $43,000 - $46,000 Benefits: Ongoing professional development and continued education Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance 403(b) Retirement with 2% match and 4% annual contribution Generous PTO structure and 11 paid holidays Business casual work environment, plus casual Fridays! Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional evening or weekend events. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent relevant experience. Experience in donor stewardship, fundraising, or nonprofit operations preferred. Proficiency in donor management software (Raiser's Edge or similar platform preferred). Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze data and track trends. Maintain highly organized, accurate and efficient work processes. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer service mindset. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and build relationships with donors. Comfortable with occasional travel for events and meetings. Why Join Us? At Catholic Charities, we believe that every gift is meaningful and every donor matters. In this role, you'll carefully steward each donation and ensure donors feel recognized, appreciated, and engaged in our mission. Our team culture emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and a shared commitment to fostering a spirit of giving. Here, you'll gain invaluable experience in development while being part of a mission-driven organization that values your growth and contributions. Join us to play a vital role in a dedicated team where your work creates a lasting impact on the people we serve and the supporters who make our work possible.