Marketing and Stewardship Coordinator

The Gateway Institute; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Pension retirement benefits

Job summary

The Catholic Diocese of Marquette seeks a full-time Marketing and Stewardship Coordinator to join the Stewardship & Development Department in Marquette, MI. You will advance our mission through marketing, donor engagement, and development initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with creative problem-solving skills, able to manage multiple projects and build relationships within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, nonprofit management, development, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in marketing, communications, fundraising, donor relations, nonprofit administration, or project management preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging, professional content for different audiences.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Marketing & Communications: Create and edit newsletters, donor stories, annual reports, campaign materials, brochures, and other print and digital communications.
• Digital Marketing: Maintain website content, email communications, and social media while ensuring consistent messaging and branding.
• Donor Stewardship: Support donor recognition, engagement, and outreach through personalized communications, impact reports, and donor profiles.
• Development Support: Maintain donor information and giving histories in the CRM, track donor engagement, and identify opportunities for continued giving.
• Executive Director Support: Coordinate meetings with donors, parish leaders, priests, and prospective fundholders, including scheduling, preparing materials, and tracking follow-up activities.
• Foundation & Endowment Support: Assist with stewardship of existing U.P. Catholic Foundation endowments and outreach efforts to establish new funds.
• Event Coordination: Help plan and coordinate donor recognition events, Bishop's Ambassadors, Bishop's Partners in Service, educational programs, and other stewardship initiatives.
• Administrative & Project Support: Manage calendars, communications, reports, meeting materials, and project timelines to keep departmental initiatives organized and moving forward.
• Mission Support: Collaborate with diocesan staff, parishes, schools, donors, and community partners to advance stewardship and development efforts throughout the Upper Peninsula.

Skills

Marketing

Communications

Fundraising

CRM systems

Project management

Canva

Adobe products

Social media

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

CRM systems

Website management

Adobe products

Job description

The Catholic Diocese of Marquette | Marketing and Stewardship Coordinator | Marquette, MI

The Catholic Diocese of Marquette is seeking a full-time Marketing and Stewardship Coordinator to join its Stewardship & Development Department in Marquette, MI.

In this role, you will help advance the mission of the Diocese of Marquette and the U.P. Catholic Foundation through marketing, communications, donor engagement, and development initiatives. Working closely with the Executive Director of Stewardship & Development, you will help share meaningful stories, strengthen donor relationships, coordinate outreach efforts, and support programs that make a lasting impact across the Upper Peninsula.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and creative problem-solver who enjoys building relationships, managing multiple projects, and supporting a mission-driven organization.

What We Offer

• $60,000 annual salary.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Paid vacation.
• Pension retirement benefits.
• Full-time position in Marquette, MI.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting the mission of the Catholic Church and communities throughout the Upper Peninsula.

What You Will Do

• Marketing & Communications: Create and edit newsletters, donor stories, annual reports, campaign materials, brochures, and other print and digital communications.
• Digital Marketing: Maintain website content, email communications, and social media while ensuring consistent messaging and branding.
• Donor Stewardship: Support donor recognition, engagement, and outreach efforts through personalized communications, impact reports, and donor profiles.
• Development Support: Maintain donor information and giving histories in the CRM, track donor engagement, and help identify opportunities for continued giving and relationship development.
• Executive Director Support: Coordinate meetings with donors, parish leaders, priests, and prospective fundholders, including scheduling, preparing materials, and tracking follow-up activities.
• Foundation & Endowment Support: Assist with stewardship of existing U.P. Catholic Foundation endowments and outreach efforts to establish new funds.
• Event Coordination: Help plan and coordinate donor recognition events, Bishop's Ambassadors, Bishop's Partners in Service, educational programs, and other stewardship initiatives.
• Administrative & Project Support: Manage calendars, communications, reports, meeting materials, and project timelines to keep departmental initiatives organized and moving forward.
• Mission Support: Collaborate with diocesan staff, parishes, schools, donors, and community partners to advance stewardship and development efforts throughout the Upper Peninsula.

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, nonprofit management, development, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in marketing, communications, fundraising, donor relations, nonprofit administration, or project management preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging, professional content for different audiences.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with donors, clergy, parish and school leaders, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Canva, Adobe products, website management, email marketing, CRM systems, or social media preferred.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively with others.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive donor and financial information.
• Familiarity with Catholic organizations, stewardship, philanthropy, or parish structures preferred.
• Practicing Catholic preferred, with a commitment to supporting the mission of the Catholic Church.

About The Diocese Of Marquette

United in Word and Sacrament and in communion with the universal Catholic Church, the Diocese of Marquette witnesses to and proclaims the Good News of Jesus Christ for all people in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Learn more at www.dioceseofmarquette.org.