Advancement Officer

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

The Advancement Officer serves as a key member of the Advancement team, advancing the mission of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne—to form servants in Jesus Christ who teach the faithful, reach the lost, and care for all.

This role is responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships with current and prospective major donors, generating philanthropic support for the Seminary’s annual, capital, and endowment initiatives. The Advancement Officer will faithfully represent CTSFW’s mission and vision to donors and supporters across The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS).

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE 

The ideal candidate for the Advancement Officer role will be a mission-driven professional with a heart for the Church and a deep appreciation for the theological formation that CTSFW provides. This person will be both a faithful ambassador of the Seminary and a strategic relationship builder—someone who understands that philanthropy is a ministry rooted in stewardship, gratitude, and partnership in the Gospel.

They will bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to listen deeply and engage donors in meaningful conversations about their faith, values, and legacy. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion, coupled with a results-oriented mindset that balances pastoral sensitivity with measurable fundraising success.

An ideal Advancement Officer thrives both independently and collaboratively within a team, is motivated by the Seminary’s mission, and views travel and relationship development as an opportunity to strengthen Christ’s Church.

For more information, and to apply, please visit https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3699147.