Director of Strategic Partnerships & Fundraising Events

Salary Range: $90,000 - $95,000

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is seeking a Director of Strategic Partnerships who will provide leadership and strategic direction for Catholic Charities’ premier fundraising and engagement events, which raise critical philanthropic support, deepen donor relationships, and expand community awareness of the agency’s mission.


This role is responsible for cultivating and stewarding high-impact partnerships with corporate, foundation, and community stakeholders, while overseeing the planning and execution of large-scale signature events, including the Dragon Boat Races, Board of Trustees Dinner, Christmas Festival, Annual Agency Dinner, Golf Tournament, and other major gatherings that engage thousands of attendees annually. The Director plays a key role in advancing Catholic Charities’ brand, strengthening constituent engagement, and ensuring events are mission-centered, financially successful, and aligned with organizational fundraising priorities.

The work schedule is Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM with some weekends and evenings.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides strategic oversight for Catholic Charities’ largest fundraising and stewardship events, ensuring excellence in event execution, donor experience, and measurable philanthropic outcomes.
• Serves as primary liaison to event fundraising committees, providing strategic guidance to advance sponsorship and philanthropic objectives while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive special events strategy aimed at meeting or exceeding annual fundraising and engagement targets, tracking progress, and adjusting approaches as needed to maximize results.
• Leads all aspects of event management, including budget development and oversight, timeline and production planning, vendor and contract management, sponsorship fulfillment, volunteer engagement, and post-event analysis and reporting, ensuring events are executed on time, within budget, and achieve desired fundraising and engagement outcomes.
• Cultivates and manages strategic partnerships with corporate sponsors, community leaders, donors, and key stakeholders to expand support, increase visibility, and strengthen long-term engagement.
• Supervises and supports the Special Events team in building dynamic external relationships and delivering high-quality fundraising and stewardship events that advance Catholic Charities’ mission and programs.
• Ensures accurate donor and event record management within Raiser’s Edge, including gift documentation, and sponsor tracking.
• Manages and directs work of others (1-4), including, but not limited to, recruiting new hires, onboard new employees, and conducting performance reviews, ensuring accountability and effective team performance.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the goals and mission of the Development Department and Catholic Charities.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, marketing, or a related field.
• Five (5) years’ professional experience in event planning.
• Three (3) years’ professional experience in fundraising.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Raisers Edge or comparable customer relationship management (CRM) software to manage donor records, track fundraising activity, and maintain accurate, up-to-date data.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to develop, cultivate, and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external constituents.
• Displays excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and follow through on projects and develop policies with solid judgment.
• Demonstrates accountability by working independently, requiring minimal direction or supervision
• Applies strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate challenges and make informed decisions.
• Effectively prioritizes tasks and delegates activities as appropriate to ensure optimal workflow and productivity.
• Acts with discretion, tact, and professionalism in all situations, maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Requires proficiency in using computer systems and software relational database applications to perform job function, including but not limited to, basic Windows PC, web browsing (i.e., Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.), and Microsoft Outlook. Knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Hybrid work options are available, contingent upon business needs and performance expectations in alignment with the Agency’s policy.
• Flexibility may be required to work beyond standard hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions, which may include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or repositioning items as necessary to perform job duties.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clarity and effectiveness in all interactions.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and completeness of assigned work to ensure it meets quality standards and adheres to established guidelines.
• Hearing and vision abilities, with or without correction, sufficient to drive safely and effectively observe and communicate with others.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Vacation/sick/holiday pay
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution
• Tuition Advancement
• Paid Parental Leave

Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer

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