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Catholic Charities of Denver · 1 month ago

Senior Director of Events and Appeals Strategy

Denver, CO

Part-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$100K/yr - $115K/yr

7+ years exp

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927, providing essential services through various ministries. The Senior Director of Events and Appeals Strategy will lead the strategic direction and execution of events and fundraising appeals to enhance donor engagement and revenue growth.

CharityCommunitiesNon Profit

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Lead the long-term strategy for all events and appeals, including vision, prioritization, revenue modeling, donor journey integration, and organizational alignment

Evaluate the current portfolio and determine which events to elevate, rebrand, consolidate, or discontinue based on mission impact, revenue, effectiveness, and staff capacity

Build a multi-year roadmap for events and appeals that supports donor acquisition, cultivation, stewardship, and long-term revenue growth

Introduce innovative event formats and donor experiences that reflect best practices in philanthropy, hospitality, and mission-driven storytelling

Establish annual and multi-year revenue goals for events and appeals; build plans to meet or exceed them

Create and manage a sponsorship strategy that engages corporations, parishes, and community partners in meaningful ways

Use analytics to monitor event profitability, donor behavior, and appeal performance; adjust strategies based on trends and KPIs

Design events and appeals that thoughtfully integrate Catholic identity, mission impact stories, witness testimonies, ministry partnerships, and opportunities for encounter

Partner with Philanthropic Advisors, Mission Advancement, and Corporate Development teams to align events and appeals with donor segmentation and relationship-building goals

Ensure pre-, mid-, and post-event communication plans support donor conversion, retention, and upgrades

Oversee all logistics, production, timelines, vendor relationships, contract negotiation, and operational details for events and appeals

Manage run-of-show, scripts, programming, and mission moments for all events

Ensure guest experience is polished, welcoming, mission-aligned, and professionally executed

Supervise the Events Specialist and coordinate volunteer teams to support event and appeal execution

Work collaboratively with Marketing/Communications to ensure integrated branding, storytelling, and outreach for events and appeals

Partner with ministries and program leaders to ensure event content accurately reflects mission impact and ministry voices

Coordinate with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and reconciliation

Serve as a strategic advisor to the Chief Mission Officer and contribute to overall Mission Advancement planning

Lead and develop the Events & Appeals team; provide coaching, training, accountability, and professional development

Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, hospitality, and mission alignment

Maintain accurate event and appeal data in the CRM; generate reports and dashboards as needed

Qualification

Event strategyFundraising experienceDonor engagementSponsorship developmentAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsLeadership experienceProject managementMicrosoft OfficeHospitality experienceCatholic teachingsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Demonstrated ability to understand and effectively manage multiple programs in a leadership role, including fundraising, marketing and communications

Ability to understand, apply and convey to others the values and social teachings of the Catholic Church as they relate to the mission and work of Catholic Charities

Ability to work effectively within the framework of Catholic teachings

Possesses strong organizational, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

Ability to apply analytical skills for assessment and evaluation responsibility

Ability to apply problem solving skills essential in developing solutions for unanticipated issues and challenges

Intermediate knowledge of computers to input information, maintain program data, create and generate reports, and create communications, including Microsoft office suite and databases

Ability to effectively lead and motivate staff through application of Agency values

Knowledge of appropriate techniques and practices for the client population

Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base

Bachelor's degree required

Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in event strategy, fundraising events, donor engagement, hospitality, or experiential design

Proven track record leading both strategy and execution, ideally within nonprofit or mission-driven organizations

Experience supervising staff and managing volunteers

Valid driver's license, clear driving record, and proof of insurance required

Preferred

Practicing Catholic strongly preferred

Master's preferred in business, nonprofit management, communications, marketing, hospitality, or related field

Benefits

Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.

15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.)

Sabbatical Leave Program: Employees who have completed seven years of continuous full-time service are eligible for a paid sabbatical leave to support rest, renewal, and professional or personal growth. Eligible staff may take 4 weeks of sabbatical leave.

403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.

Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.

May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.