Company Description
Partners for Sacred Places, established in 1989, is a national, non-sectarian nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering congregations with historic sacred places to serve as vibrant hubs for community transformation. These iconic worship spaces play a crucial role in anchoring neighborhoods, offering vital programs, community services, and fostering social identity. Partners provides resources like training, building assessments, and fundraising support to strengthen congregational leadership. With offices in Philadelphia & Chicago the organization has supported thousands of congregations and advocates for the preservation and utilization of over 100,000 historic sacred places across the U.S.
Role Description & Key Responsibilities
This role will support multiple aspects of our capital campaigns, working collaboratively with congregations and community leaders to secure funding for the preservation and revitalization of historic sacred places. The Assistant Director will work closely with both clients and internal team members to guide organizations through fundraising efforts that strengthen their communities.
Conducting interviews with stakeholders and developing actionable recommendations.
Contributing to proposals, presentations, and client-facing materials.
Collaborating with teammates to support ongoing projects and future opportunities.
As this role centers on working directly with congregations of various faiths, comfort working within faith-based spaces is essential. This is a full-time, on-site position in Chicago with a one-day remote allowance per week.
Qualifications & Skills
Benefits and Compensation
Compensation: This is a full-time position with a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Range: $60,000-75,000 annually
Benefits: PFSP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: