Associate Director of Parish Development

Position Title: Associate Director of Parish Development

Department: Mission Advancement (Development and Stewardship)

Mission Statement

The Archdiocese of Detroit Development Office exists to inspire generosity in support of the Church’s mission to unleash the Gospel. The Parish Fundraiser & CSA Campaign Manager advances this vision by strengthening parish offertory efforts and by leading the end-to-end coordination of the Catholic Services Appeal (CSA) — connecting faithful stewards with transformational impact.

Position Summary

The Archdiocese of Detroit is seeking a mission-aligned, detail-oriented, and relationship-driven professional to serve as the Associate Director of Parish Development. This vital role will lead the development and implementation of strategic offertory campaigns to strengthen year-round giving at the parish level, while also serving as the primary coordinator of the Archdiocese’s annual Catholic Services Appeal (CSA).

The Associate Director of Parish Development will collaborate closely with pastors and parish staff to foster a culture of stewardship, develop campaign materials, and deliver data-informed consultation that empowers local communities to grow generosity. Concurrently, this position will provide full-scope leadership of the CSA, including campaign theme development, creative execution, vendor and mail house coordination, parish training facilitation, and Steering Committee support.

The ideal candidate is a mission-aligned strategist and a detail-oriented project manager who thrives at the intersection of faith, fundraising, and execution. They bring expertise in campaign management, parish engagement, and donor communication strategy—paired with exceptional organizational skills and a heart for service. This role requires a proactive and collaborative leader who is energized by operational excellence, responsive support for parishes, and advancing the mission of the Church through thoughtful, well-executed fundraising initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Parish Offertory Campaigns

Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and implement comprehensive offertory campaigns tailored to both family and individual parish needs, aligning with the overarching mission and goals of the Archdiocese.

Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilize parish giving data to identify trends, set benchmarks, and measure the effectiveness of campaigns, ensuring continuous improvement and transparency.

Collaborative Engagement: Work closely with pastors, parish staff, and lay leaders to foster a culture of stewardship, providing training and resources to support campaign initiatives.

Resource Development: Create and distribute customized print and digital materials, including letters, brochures, and online content, to effectively communicate campaign messages and goals.

Sustainability & Growth: Implement strategies to maintain and build upon initial campaign successes, ensuring long-term growth in parish offertory contributions.

Catholic Services Appeal (CSA) Program Management

Lead the development of the CSA campaign theme in alignment with the Archbishop’s priorities and diocesan mission.

Serve as project manager for all aspects of the CSA, including campaign strategy, creative direction, timeline, and vendor management.

Collaborate with graphic designers, writers, and print/mail vendors to produce and deliver high-quality campaign materials.

Coordinate all parish orders for CSA materials and manage production logistics to ensure on-time delivery and accuracy.

Staff the CSA Steering Committee, organizing meeting schedules, preparing materials, and facilitating communication between members and leadership.

Plan, schedule, and host CSA parish training sessions — both onsite and virtual — equipping parish leaders with tools, strategies, and best practices for campaign success.

Maintain campaign dashboards and reporting systems to track real-time progress across parishes.

Serve as the central point of contact for parishes throughout the campaign, providing guidance and troubleshooting support.

Qualifications

Practicing Catholic in good standing, with deep understanding of stewardship and Church mission.

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s or advanced training in development, nonprofit management, communications, or pastoral ministry preferred.

3–5 years of experience in development, advancement, marketing, or campaign coordination — ideally within a Catholic or nonprofit setting.

Proven experience managing complex, multi-phase campaigns from concept to execution.

Excellent interpersonal skills; able to lead meetings, speak publicly, and foster strong relationships with clergy, staff, and volunteers.

Proficiency in donor databases, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools.

Familiarity with mail house coordination, creative development, and print production timelines.

Bilingual fluency or experience working in multicultural parish environments is a plus.

Core Competencies

Mission-Driven Leadership – Demonstrates alignment with the Church’s mission and communicates it compellingly.

Strategic Planning & Execution – Translates vision into operational plans and delivers results on time and on message.

Relationship Management – Builds trust across diverse stakeholder groups, from pastors to print vendors.

Training & Facilitation – Designs and delivers engaging training experiences that empower parish leaders.

Attention to Detail – Manages complex logistical components with a commitment to quality and accuracy.

Work Environment & Schedule

Full-time, salaried position based at the Archdiocese of Detroit Development Office (Detroit).

Requires occasional evening and weekend commitments during campaign cycles and parish visits.

Physical demands

Position requires the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work. May involve some lifting, carrying, pushing/or pulling of objects and materials (5-50 pounds). May involve extended periods of time standing or sitting at a keyboard or workstation. May involve repetitive motion (i.e., typing). May involve walking long distances. May require long periods of time speaking.

Travel required

Local travel within the archdiocese to parishes, trainings, and meetings is expected, with visits primarily within Southeast Michigan.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to [Application Email]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Supervisory Responsibilities

n/a

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

The Archdiocese of Detroit is an equal opportunity employer and does not illegally discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, height, weight, genetic information, or marital or other legally protected status. The Archdiocese of Detroit is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity and encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.