Senior Fundraising Officer

The Senior Fundraising Officer will play a critical role in sustaining and expanding the funding base of Caritas Internationalis. This role focuses on maintaining strong relationships with current donors, growing our donor database and developing innovative fundraising strategies targeting corporates, high-net-worth individuals, Catholic faithful particularly in the Vatican. The Senior Fundraising Officer will design and execute impactful fundraising campaigns and ensure comprehensive, accurate and transparent reporting on all fundraising activities.

The ideal candidate will have the following professional skills and experience:

  • University degrees in Business, Communications, Non-profit Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in fundraising, with a proven track record in donor management, corporate fundraising, and high-net-worth donor engagement.
  • Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) in two of the Confederation languages (English and Italian). Knowledge of Spanish and French is an asset.
  • Strong understanding of the non-profit sector and fundraising landscape.
  • Demonstrated success in creating and implementing successful fundraising campaigns.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors, corporate entities, and religious institutions.
  • Proficiency in fundraising software and CRM systems.
  • Highly organised and detail-oriented with a strategic mind-set.
  • Culturally sensitive, particularly with an understanding of Catholic faith, Vatican structures and networks.
  • Innovative and adaptable, with a commitment to finding creative fundraising solutions.
  • Capacity to work in a diverse team and a multicultural environment with a spirit of respect and service;
  • Understanding of an “accompanying attitude” and ability to promote it with Member Organisations;
  • Capacity and willingness to be flexible and to work well under pressure;
  • Capacity and willingness to work with discretion regarding matters of high confidentiality or importance;
  • Adaptability, flexibility and availability to travel in different countries, even with short- term notice;
  • Experience in Caritas or other Church organisations would be an asset;
  • Innovative thinker with creative ideas to streamline Caritas Internationalis content outputs;
  • Demonstrable empathy and respect for the faith and values of the Catholic Church;
  • Understanding of, and commitment to, the principles of Catholic Social Teaching in which Caritas’ works in firmly rooted.

For further information please download the brochure

How to apply

Please send the CV, the cover letter (English language) and the Job Application by
21/02/2025 to hr@caritas.va

Details of the interviews will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

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