Stewardship & Development Officer
Company: Archdiocese of Omaha
Location: Omaha
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
POSITION TITLE: Stewardship & Development Officer DEPARTMENT:
Stewardship & Development REPORTS TO: Director, Stewardship &
Development EFFECTIVE DATE: November 5, 2025 CLASSIFICATION:
Regular, Full-Time, Exempt HOURS PER WEEK: 40 POSITION SUMMARY The
Stewardship & Development Officer works under the supervision of
the Stewardship & Development Office (SDO) Director in advancing
the mission and vision of the Archdiocese of Omaha. The SDO Gift
Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting and
stewarding prospects to support the mission and priorities of the
archdiocese. This individual manages a portfolio of high-capacity
donors and works to build long-term philanthropic relationships.
Working as a member of the Stewardship & Development Office, this
role focuses on donor relations, relationship management and
strategic planning to achieve fundraising goals. PRINCIPAL DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage a portfolio of donor prospects with the
capacity to make significant contributions. Develop and implement
individualized cultivation and solicitation strategies for each
donor. Conduct personal visits and ongoing communication with
prospects to build strong donor relationships. Collaborate with
leadership and program staff to align donor interests with
organizational needs. Prepare proposals, presentations, and other
supporting materials for donor meetings. Track interactions and
donor information using the donor database (Raiser’s Edge). Assist
with planning and executing donor events and recognition
opportunities. Achieve annual fundraising and team goals. Represent
the organization at events and engagements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND
ABILITIES Exceptional interpersonal, communication and
relationship-building skills. Strong strategic thinking,
organizational and project management abilities. Experience working
with donor databases (e.g. Raiser’s Edge) and Microsoft Office
Suite. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound
judgment in donor relations. Passion for the mission and values of
the Catholic Church and Catholic education. Willingness to travel
locally and occasionally work evenings and weekends as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Background in and/or knowledge of the
Catholic Church with a demonstrated commitment to the mission and
teachings of the Church. Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management,
Business Administration or Management, Public Relations,
Philanthropy, Fundraising Studies, Communications, Marketing or
equivalent required. Minimum of 5 years’ of fundraising experience,
with a proven track record of securing gifts preferred. WORKING
CONDITIONS: Routine office environment; ADA-accessible building.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Approximately 10%; Travel throughout the
Archdiocese to meet with current and prospective donors.
ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITY Employees of the of the Archdiocese
of Omaha will have knowledge of the Catholic faith, a willingness
to work for a Catholic, faith-based organization and adhere to the
policies of the Archdiocese of Omaha. Employees will not publicly
oppose the teachings of the Catholic faith nor publicly advocate
for any position in conflict with Catholic teaching, or the
specific positions of the Archdiocese of Omaha or the United States
Conference of Catholic Bishops. This requirement includes any
public speech, demonstration or writing including the use of social
media or other digital technologies.
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