Community and Congregational Engagement Specialist

Primary Purpose:
Working with an assigned portfolio, this position assists in accomplishing the fund raising goals of the Funds Development (FD) program of CWS/CROP. She/he assists with the implementation of a national strategy for resource development activities in support of the overall work of the agency. The position will focus 55% on a Community Event (CROP Hunger Walk) portfolio and 45% on a Congregational portfolio located in North Carolina and Virginia.
The Community and Congregational Engagement Specialist carries responsibility for supporting a variety of fund raising activities from two major four funding streams: community events and congregations. Primary activities will include the organization of community-based special events—i.e., CROP Hunger Walks—through volunteer networks; building relationships to secure donations of funds and commodities from congregations, women’s groups, and other organizations in support of CROP Programs. She/he will enhance the fund raising efforts through appropriate education of various constituencies about the issues of hunger, poverty, and its related causes and interpreting CWS/CROP’s response.
Qualifications:
Education:
Undergraduate degree in related field..
Experience:
Minimum three years of proven experience in multiple fundraising methods, constituent engagement, program management, office administration, and volunteer management. Motivational public speaking and writing skills essential.