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Director of Development

  • Leadership Team Participation: Actively participate as a member of the school's leadership team, collaborating with colleagues to contribute to the overall strategic planning, decision-making, and operational effectiveness of St. Joan Antida High School. Provide input and insights from a development perspective to inform organizational priorities and initiatives. 

  • Fundraising Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with the school's goals and priorities, including annual giving campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, corporate partnerships, and grants. 

  • Donor Cultivation and Stewardship: Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective donors, including individuals, foundations, corporations, and community organizations. Implement strategies to cultivate and engage donors at all giving levels. 

  • Alumnae Relations: Working with the Development Manager, foster a sense of connection and engagement with the school's alumnae, creating opportunities for their involvement and support through events, networking, and fundraising initiatives. 

  • Board Engagement: Collaborate with the Board of Directors, providing support and guidance on fundraising efforts and leveraging their networks and resources to advance development goals. 

  • Grant Writing and Management: Work with the Development Coordinator to identify grant opportunities and develop compelling grant proposals. Manage the grant application process, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and maintaining positive relationships with funders. 

  • Special Events: Lead the Development Manager while collaborating with the Development team to plan and execute fundraising events, such as the annual gala, donor receptions, and alumnae gatherings, to generate philanthropic support and cultivate relationships. 

  • Volunteer Management and Community Engagement: Collaborate with the Development Manager to manage the process of recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers to support academic programs, fundraising activities and events.  

  • Database Management: Work with the Development Coordinator to maintain an accurate and up-to-date database of donors and volunteers, including giving history, contact data, and other relevant information. 

  • Communication and Marketing: Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Manager to develop fundraising collateral, newsletters, and other materials to effectively communicate the school's mission, impact, and fundraising priorities. 

  • Budgeting and Reporting: Develop and manage the development department's budget, tracking revenue and expenses. Provide regular reports on fundraising progress and outcomes to the President, Board of Directors, and other stakeholders. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (Master's degree preferred) 

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting 

  • Proven track record in successfully implementing fundraising strategies and meeting fundraising goals 

  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders 

  • Experience in major gift solicitation and donor stewardship 

  • Knowledge of grant writing and management processes 

  • Familiarity with fundraising software and donor management systems 

  • Ability to work collaboratively and strategically with a variety of internal and external stakeholders 

  • Excellent organizational and project management skills 

 

For All Employees: 

  • Support and commit to the mission and vision of SJA. 

  • Contribute to discussions and ideas impacting the learning environment at SJA while maintaining professionalism and respect. 

  • Collaborate and communicate in an appropriate, timely, professional manner. 

  • Establish and model behaviors that promote high expectations for students, staff, and faculty. 

  • Model the importance of lifelong learning through a commitment to ongoing professional development. 

  • Develop, nurture, and maintain relationships that promote respect and success for all. 

  • Know, serve, and live in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic faith. 

  • Abide by all policies, procedures, and the employee handbook. 

  • Demonstrate stewardship in the use of material and financial resources. 

  • Perform other duties as assigned.   
     

Working Environment: 

  • Ability to work some evenings and weekends as well as attend early morning meetings outside of regularly scheduled work hours. 

  • Assist with other administrative duties in school operations as needed. 

  • Must be able to tolerate noise. 
     

Physical Demands: 

  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. 

  • Must have correctable hearing and sight. 

  • Must be able to work independently. 

  • Must be able to work with all common office equipment. 

Compensation

Type
Annual
Notes
Starting salary: $65,000

Additional Information

Start Date
Location
St. Joan Antida High School - Milwaukee (D52)
Department
County
Milwaukee
Job Category
Schools - Administrative/Principal
Employment Type
Full Time
Notes

To Apply

Instructions
To apply for the position of Director of Development at St. Joan Antida High School, please submit your resume and cover letter to Rene Howard-Paez, president of SJA, at rhowardpaez@saintjoanantida.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Contact Name
René Howard-Páez
Address
Email
rhowardpaez@saintjoanantida.org
Phone
Fax

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