Fundraising Consultant

Company Description Eternal Sparks Consulting is a global nonprofit consulting firm dedicated to helping mission-driven organizations achieve long-term sustainability and social impact. The team has grown from a small passion project into a group of 25 professionals who have collectively raised over $53M for causes around the world.

The firm offers comprehensive services including fundraising strategy, grant writing, prospect research, major gifts, donor and event management, accounting, and MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning). Marketing and communications support also play a key role in helping clients expand their reach and strengthen donor engagement. Team members collaborate remotely to spark positive change for diverse organizations and communities.

Role Description The Fundraising Consultant is a full-time remote role responsible for designing and implementing fundraising strategies for a portfolio of nonprofit clients. In this position, the consultant conducts prospect research, writes grant applications and conductsmajor gift campaigns.

Daily tasks include meeting with clients to assess their fundraising needs, drafting proposals and grant applications, analyzing fundraising performance data, and preparing clear reports and recommendations. The consultant collaborates with internal specialists on donor management systems, events, and communications to ensure integrated, results-oriented fundraising efforts. This role also involves staying current with philanthropy trends and best practices to provide informed guidance that supports clients’ financial stability and growth.

• Fundraising and Philanthropy skills, with experience advising or leading revenue-generating initiatives for nonprofit organizations.
• Annual Giving expertise, including campaign planning, donor segmentation, and stewardship across multiple channels.
• Prospect Research capabilities to identify, assess, and prioritize funding opportunities and potential donors.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including comfort with fundraising databases and CRM tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for donor-facing materials, proposals, and client presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects remotely, meet deadlines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience working with or consulting for nonprofits; familiarity with social impact, philanthropy, or grantmaking is highly beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (such as Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business, or a related discipline) or equivalent practical experience.