Consultant - Greater Houston Area

CCS Fundraising; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Dynamic training program

Career advancement opportunities

Mentoring and networking

Job summary

CCS Fundraising is seeking a Consultant in the Greater Houston Area to lead and manage fundraising projects. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills, thriving in a mission-oriented environment.

Role responsibilities include project management, critical problem-solving, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to travel are essential for this role.

Salary is competitive, ranging from $60,000 to $120,000 based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising or transferable skills in consulting, communications, or strategic planning.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel for assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects from inception to conclusion.
• Identify problems and develop strategies effectively.
• Communicate clearly with diverse audiences.

Skills

Quantitative analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Relevant degree or experience in fundraising, consulting, or similar fields

Job description

Title

Consultant - Greater Houston Area

Location

Houston, TX

Department

Consulting

Work Type

Full-time

CCS is unable to sponsor work visas for this position, including H-1B. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Projects May Include

• Developing work plans and materials for campaign planning studies and development assessments.
• Conducting analysis of clients through review of fundraising performance and interviews with organization 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.
• Writing and delivering high‑impact presentations and materials.

CCS offers competitive benefits, a dynamic training program, resources, career advancement, mentoring, and networking opportunities.

Salary Range

$60,000 - $120,000. The exact salary varies within range based on years of relevant experience and education.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage a diverse pool of candidates to apply.