Job Details

Job Title: Part-Time Head of Development & Fundraising

Organization: Brother's Keeper, A Ministry of Blessed Trinity Catholic Church

Location: Ocala, FL

Job Type: Part-Time (15-20 hours/week) - Flexible schedule with occasional evening/weekend events

Reports to: Executive Director

About Us:

Brother's Keeper is the social service outreach ministry of Blessed Trinity Catholic Church. Our mission is to give our clients a hand-up so they can become the best version of themselves. The men, women, and children we serve are our brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ. We are committed to assisting the poor and needy without regard to race, creed, sex or ethnicity.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a mission-driven and relationship-oriented Head of Development & Fundraising to lead and expand our philanthropic efforts. This key leadership role will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the growth and sustainability of our ministry.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about Catholic social teaching, experienced in development work, fundraising, event planning, and skilled at cultivating meaningful donor relationships.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy & Planning

• Design and implement a strategic fundraising plan aligned with the Brother's Keeper's mission and goals
• Set annual fundraising goals and regularly track progress
• Coordinate with parish bulletins, social media, and email to promote fundraising

• Identify, cultivate, and steward individual donors, foundations, and business sponsors
• Oversee donor communication, acknowledgments, and relationship management
• Organize donor appreciation events and initiatives

• Research and apply for relevant grants (local, state, federal, private, etc.)
• Maintain calendar of deadlines and reporting requirements
• Coordinate with parish bulletins, social media, and email to promote campaigns

• Plan and support fundraising events (dinners, drives, speaking engagements, etc.)
• Represent the ministry as needed

• Work closely with the Executive Director and Board to identify funding needs and opportunities
• Provide regular reports on fundraising metrics and impact

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with a deep understanding of the Church's mission and values
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently
• Proven track record of securing donations, managing campaigns, and building donor relationships

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in fundraising, development, or advancement

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience
• Benefit package
• Flexible hours and meaningful mission-oriented work
• Opportunities for spiritual and professional development