Job Title:

Fundraising and Development Consultant

 

 

About the PCAFI

The Pentecostal Churches of the Apostolic Faith (PCAFI) is a faith-based, non-profit organization committed to supporting pastors and ministry leaders who face financial and educational challenges. Through scholarships, training, and financial assistance, the organization equips leaders and families to thrive spiritually, academically, and economically.

 

Programs and services include:

• Financial assistance for pastors experiencing economic hardship

• Scholarships for pastors pursuing educational advancement

• Scholarships for dependent children of pastors

• Theological and personal development training for preachers

• Parent training focused on “faith at home” principles

• Worship and faith engagement opportunities for children ages 4–12

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Position Summary

The PCAFI is seeking a motivated and experienced Fundraising and Development Consultant to support the organization’s mission through strategic fundraising initiatives, corporate sponsorship development, donor cultivation, and grant support. This consultant will work closely with executive leadership and board members to strengthen the organization’s financial sustainability and expand its impact in supporting pastors, preachers, ministry leaders, and their families.

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Position Details

• Position Type: Contract / Consultant

• Term: 12-Month Engagement

• Compensation: Negotiable based on experience and scope of services

• Work Arrangement: Remote or Hybrid (as agreed upon)

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Qualifications

• Proven success in nonprofit fundraising and development

• Experience securing corporate sponsorships, major gifts, and donor partnerships

• Understanding of faith-based nonprofit organizations and ministry-focused fundraising

• Strong communication, relationship-building, and proposal-writing skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership and board members

• Strong organizational and project management abilities

 

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with churches, ministry organizations, or faith-based nonprofits

• Familiarity with grant funding and matching fund strategies

• Demonstrated success in donor engagement campaigns

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Key Responsibilities:

 

Corporate Sponsorship Development

• Research and identify prospective corporate sponsors aligned with PCAFI’s mission and values

• Assist in developing sponsorship packages, partnership opportunities, and funding proposals

• Support outreach efforts to establish and maintain corporate relationships

 

Private Donor Cultivation

• Conduct research to identify high-net-worth individuals and prospective major donors

• Assist leadership with donor engagement and stewardship strategies

• Help cultivate long-term relationships with private supporters and ministry partners

 

Grant Matching & Funding Support

• Identify potential sources of matching funds to support grant opportunities

• Assist in aligning fundraising efforts with grant requirements and organizational goals

 

Fundraising Strategy & Capacity Building

• Assist in developing and implementing a 12–18 month fundraising strategy

• Establish measurable fundraising goals and development benchmarks

• Train board members and organizational leadership in fundraising best practices

• Develop templates and tools for donor communications, sponsorship proposals, and outreach campaigns

 

Deliverables

• Comprehensive fundraising and sponsorship strategy

• Prospect lists for corporate sponsors and private donors

• Sponsorship packages and outreach templates

• Donor communication tools and stewardship recommendations

• Monthly and/or quarterly progress reports​

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Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit:

1. Cover letter outlining relevant experience

2. Resume or professional profile

3. Examples of fundraising success and development work

4. Proposed methodology or approach

5. Proposed fee structure or compensation expectations

6. At least two professional references

 

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted electronically in PDF format by September 15, 2026.

 

Submit Applications To: 

James Edwell, Executive Director

Ministerial Excellence Center of the PCAFI

jedwell@pcafintl.org