Consultant – Central Region
CCS Fundraising
Arkansas, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Wisconsin
Anticipated Start Date: NA
Description
CCS is a leader in directing transformational, multimillion dollar campaigns for Catholic dioceses and parishes. Our diocesan campaign work is carried out by a team of dedicated CCS consultants serving as Faith-Based Fundraising Consultant. Each consultant manages multiple parish campaigns simultaneously and contributes to achieving overall diocesan campaign goals.
Consultants partner closely with onsite campaign executives, fellow Faith-Based Fundraising Consultants, pastors, parish staff, and volunteers to execute a phased, highly structured campaign plan. This work requires consultants to be onsite at client locations Monday–Friday, with regular evening hours and occasional weekend commitments depending on parish needs.
Diocesan campaigns are mission driven, community focused, fast paced, and highly collaborative. The environment is supportive, fun, and provides a deeply rewarding opportunity to contribute to meaningful local impact. Consultants build strong relationships with pastors, volunteers, and donors while developing leadership skills that will serve them throughout their careers.
WHAT WE OFFER
Expenses & Travel Support: CCS provides temporary relocation assistance for employees assigned to campaigns outside their home or working state. This includes up to four weeks of covered hotel and meal expenses, temporary lease application fees, and approved lease and utility costs, all managed through Navan. Depending on the assignment, employees may also receive access to rental cars or leased vehicles to support their campaign needs.
Learning & Development: These projects are widely regarded as one of the strongest learning environments in major gift fundraising and the broader field of philanthropy. Many consultants begin on these engagements and go on to lead diocesan campaigns or pursue advanced campaign work across sectors.
Collaborative Environment: While CCS consultants typically serve as the primary project manager, consultants collaborate with 1–2 dozen colleagues across the life of a campaign, gaining exposure to diverse perspectives and expertise.
Training, Mentorship & Support: CCS provides a clear roadmap for growth, dedicated mentors, and extensive learning resources. While the role requires flexibility and commitment, consultants are supported with structure, coaching, and tools to succeed.
WHO YOU ARE
Outstanding candidates bring a diverse background, an interest in philanthropy, and ambition to succeed in a rewarding career. The ideal candidate is a highly self-motivated and passionate individual who possesses fundraising experience or transferable skills in consulting, communications, marketing, and strategic planning.
We are looking for a dedicated professional who can:
Successfully lead and manage projects from inception to conclusion
Apply critical and strategic thinking to quickly identify the crux of a problem, question, or issue
Communicate clearly, concisely, and logically both verbally and in writing and is comfortable articulating strategies with a variety of audiences
Adopt an approach to any given situation and remain open-minded to new ideas
Thrive in a mission-oriented environment and is motivated by the idea of working across philanthropic sectors
Responsibilities
Excellent quantitative analytical skills
Keen business sense demonstrated in either a professional or academic environment
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff, volunteers, donors, and prospective donors
Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Great storytelling skills and strong public speaking skills
Professional demeanor
Computer proficiency
Ability to travel for assignments
Requirements
Developing work plans and materials for campaign planning studies and development assessments
Conducting analysis of our clients through review of fundraising performance and interviews with organization's executives, volunteer leaders, and donors
Preparing fundraising campaign materials, including strategic plans, operating materials, case statements, and major gift proposals
Conducting in-depth prospect research
Crafting individual cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies
Write and deliver high-impact presentations and materials
CCS offers competitive benefits, a dynamic training program, resources, career advancement, mentoring, and networking opportunities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage a diverse pool of candidates to apply.
Salary Range and Employee Benefits
SALARY RANGE: $65,000 - $120,000
The exact salary varies within range based on years of relevant experience and education.
How to Apply for this Job
About the Organization
CCS Fundraising is an international strategic fundraising firm that partners with nonprofits for transformational change. Since 1947, CCS has empowered many of the world’s leading organizations across sectors to advance some of the most important causes in history. We plan, manage, and implement programs and initiatives that achieve fundraising goals and mission impact. This year, we were named one of Forbes’ America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2026, based on recommendations from clients and consulting peers.
CCS provides tailored support to more than 700 nonprofit organizations annually. Headquartered in New York, the firm has over 600 professionals and 18 offices throughout the United States and Europe. Our people are our greatest strength. At CCS, you will join a diverse team of smart, passionate, and resourceful professionals who are driven by purpose and committed to performance.
Our services include:
Campaign Management
Strategy, Evaluation & Planning
Interim Development Management
Learning & Leadership Development
Data Analytics
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