CCS Fundraising

• Serve as a trusted, proactive partner to assigned executives • Oversee complex calendars, travel coordination, timekeeping, and expense reporting • Manage preparation for client, lead, and internal meetings • Support executives in follow-up activities • Maintain awareness of each executive’s client portfolio • Track and manage key dates for leads and meetings • Manage and oversee meeting logistics and guest coordination • Collaborate with other EAs to ensure workload balance

• Partner with the EVP & Head of Enterprise Strategy & Operations to design, refine, and implement CCS’s enterprise S&O operating model • Help evaluate future structural changes across S&O, including how work should be organized across regions, departments, Corporate functions, and enterprise roles • Support the continued development of shared definitions of S&O excellence • Help prepare for, attend, and manage follow-up from key S&O meetings and leadership forums • Support key S&O initiatives, including standalone Marketing and Business Development department development, proposal and contract process improvements • Identify opportunities to improve S&O workflows through clearer SOPs, better reporting, automation, shared tools, and other process improvements • Track key regional updates and operating context across Atlantic, Central, Northeast & Europe, and West • Partner with Finance, BI, and regional S&O leadership to track and synthesize key operational and financial metrics • Help turn data and regional updates into clear summaries, insights, presentations, and recommendations for the EVP & Head of Enterprise S&O, the Operations Leadership Team, and other firmwide leadership forums • Support select Unleash priorities by helping advance workplans, track progress, prepare materials, and follow through on next steps.

• Serve as a project manager and strategic partner to nonprofit clients in the initial phases of project activity and for part-time projects, including but not limited to feasibility studies and development assessments • Manage multiple onboarding projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing tasks, identifying potential challenges, and proactively communicating with CCS team members • Be the central point of contact and consultative liaison between the client and the CCS team • Support relationship building and make a strong first impression on our client partners • Lead in the design, execution, and facilitation of all initial planning calls and meetings • Develop the foundational materials that will guide the engagement, including work plans, discussion guides, and other operational tools • Partner with nonprofits in the development of preliminary case statements, including collecting key materials, gathering insights through conversations, and workshopping document drafts • Write and design donor-facing materials • Conduct high-level data analysis to review our clients’ past fundraising performance and support identification of new potential • Review and understand contracts, deliverables, and project timelines to kickstart partnership activity and meet deadlines in advance of primary director assignment • Support both client and internal team members in all aspects of project setup, and develop internal tools and resources for effective project implementation • Develop strategy, create deliverables, and liaise with clients and executives as the primary director for part-time projects • Facilitate the transition of each onboarding engagement to a full-time CCS team member • Assist with proofreading, data entry, and client and director training, as needed

Title: Consultant – San Francisco Bay Area Location: San Francisco, California, United States Job Description: TITLE: Consultant - San Francisco Bay Area LOCATION: San Francisco, CA OFFICE: San Francisco, CA DEPARTMENT: Consulting TYPE: Full Time, Hybrid/Onsite (based on client needs) Please submit a cover letter. 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 WE ARE 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 A CAREER AT CCS Our people are our greatest strength. The collective sum of the individual experiences, backgrounds, knowledge, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation of excellence. Whether it’s in one of our regional offices or on the ground with our clients, you will have direct access to leaders in the field, expanding your opportunities to learn and build your network for future success. We invest in the training, tools, and support necessary for growth throughout your career and encourage peer collaboration in a lively and engaging environment. Our consultants report that the best aspects of working for CCS are the relationships with colleagues, leading nonprofits, and philanthropists; the performance-based career paths; and the diversity of projects. 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 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 - Possesses a valid driver’s license or can obtain one within six months of employment. PROJECTS MAY INCLUDE: - 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 - Ability to temporarily relocate and/or travel for regional assignments, if requested, to the following states: California, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada 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: $70,304 – $120,000 The exact salary varies within range based on years of relevant experience and education.

• Serve as the execution and adoption engine of the Transformation office • Manage the enterprise initiative roadmap • Build and maintain enterprise dashboards and tracking systems • Partner closely with executive sponsors • Lead the end-to-end execution of priority initiatives • Design and institutionalize a consistent change management approach • Define and track adoption metrics

• Schedule meetings with clients and internal project teams and maintain the team’s shared calendar • Help with onboarding new CCS Analytics projects • Manage the updates and distribution of sales, marketing, and education materials • Assist with the compilation and distribution of the team’s performance metrics to senior leadership • Assist with the compilation and distribution of benchmarking data • Plan and execute conferences and retreats by coordinating logistics, ordering materials, ensuring booth setup is complete, partnering with Marketing, and supporting all aspects of event planning • Create reports as needed to address requests from regional teams and senior leadership

• Write, design, and edit tailored proposals, presentations, and related sales materials in partnership with selling executives • Join select lead or client calls (as requested) to gather key insights and inform proposal structure, tone, and messaging • Collaborate with executives to define proposal scope, structure, and content that align with client needs and firm standards • Develop and adapt language that effectively conveys CCS’s approach, services, and differentiators • Manage timelines and deadlines to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of all materials • Provide direct support to selling executives by helping prepare for upcoming sales and lead meetings, including drafting background notes or assembling key materials • Partner closely with the Executive Partnerships team to coordinate review time and ensure timely delivery of materials • Incorporate feedback from executives and proposal leadership to continuously improve quality and efficiency • Proofread and edit other team materials, presentations, and deliverables to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency • Maintain organized, well-labeled proposal and lead folders in SharePoint for easy access and consistency • Leverage writing and design tools (e.g., Grammarly, Canva) to enhance presentation and quality.

Title: Business Development Manager Location: Chicago, Illinois TITLE: Business Development Manager LOCATION: Chicago, IL REPORTS TO: Assistant Vice President, Business Development DEPARTMENT: Strategy & Operations TYPE: Full Time, Hybrid (two-three days in-office per week) 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 WE ARE 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 greatest 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. 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. UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and relationship-driven professional to support business development growth across the Central US region. This individual will play a critical role in strengthening our prospect pipeline and coordinating business development activation efforts across markets, partnering closely with regional leadership. This role will focus on leading prospecting and pipeline strategy, enhancing relationship mapping and sales enablement, and supporting regional and sector-based business development initiatives. The position is designed to ensure that data-driven insights translate into actionable outreach strategies that drive engagement, conversion, and long-term growth. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and brings strong analytical and strategic thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex data and relationships into clear, actionable plans. Strong writing and communication skills are important, as this role will contribute to thoughtful, tailored outreach to key prospects. Please note that this is not a sales or lead generating position. RESPONSIBILITIES Prospecting & Pipeline Strategy - Lead prospect identification, qualification, and portfolio alignment to strengthen lead generation and pipeline health - Manage regular portfolio refresh and recalibration cycles in partnership with regional leadership and Business Development teams - Identify high-potential prospects aligned with sector priorities and revenue goals - Ensure strategic distribution of prospects across portfolios to maximize coverage and efficiency - Translate data insights into actionable prospecting strategies and outreach priorities - Monitor pipeline performance and progress-to-goal metrics to inform ongoing strategy Relationship Mapping & Sales Enablement - Conduct advanced relationship mapping using CRM tools and external platforms to identify pathways to key prospects - Surface connections across networks to drive warm introductions and engagement opportunities - Ensure relationship intelligence informs outreach strategies, meeting preparation, and proposal development - Support adoption of relationship-based selling practices across the team - Partner with leadership to enhance sales enablement tools, processes, and best practices Regional & Sector Activation - Drive execution of coordinated business development initiatives across markets in partnership with regional leadership - Support targeted outreach campaigns tied to priority sectors, events, and strategic initiatives - Contribute to select, high-priority 1:1 strategic outreach efforts - Serve as a key contributor to sector-based growth strategies, including specialized market initiatives - Expand capacity for proactive, strategic business development activation across the region QUALIFICATIONS - 3+ years of experience in prospecting, business development, sales operations, or related fields - Experience in professional services, nonprofit, or advisory environments preferred - Demonstrated ability to manage and optimize complex pipelines or portfolios - Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights - Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills - Experience with CRM platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) and relationship mapping tools (e.g., LinkedIn Sales Navigator) - Strong writing skills, with the ability to craft clear, tailored, and strategic outreach communications - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams and leadership levels - Ability to balance strategic thinking with detailed execution - Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on driving results 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: $70,000 - $80,000 The exact salary varies within range based on years of relevant experience and education.

• With a focus on people, process, and technology, the CCS Systems & Change Management team helps create operational 'connective tissue' required for philanthropy to thrive • Drive topline revenue growth and create more efficient ways of working • Help clients measure and elevate impact, optimize key development processes, and make data-informed decisions • Manage project types for which elevated technical proficiency is required (e.g., Systems Assessments) • Lead and manage transformational projects from inception to recommendations to full adoption • Conduct discovery interviews, facilitate workshops, and develop Learning & Development (L&D) materials

• Manage and oversee projects rooted in data challenges • Advise on how information is gathered, entered, and used • Help clients ask the right questions of their data • Contextualize and illustrate gaps between client information infrastructure and best-practice functionality • Assess client systems and processes to support high-performing fundraising programs • Develop business processes and standard operating procedures • Evaluate the integrity and flow of data in complex organizations