Director of Mission Advancement

St Monica's Montessori School Fargo, ND Job ID#: 8567160943 Posted: October 26, 2023 Expires: December 25, 2023 Category: Fundraising Terms: Full-Time Employee Experience: 0-2 Years Education: Undergraduate Degree Base Pay: Commission + Base Pay Send applications or inquiries to: jonathon@stmonicasmontessori.
com Job Description Director of Mission Advancement St.
Monica's Montessori Fargo, North Dakota Job Description The Director of Mission Advancement reports directly to the Board of Directors and is responsible for leading and managing the fund development program, raising funds for the mission and programs of the institution, and managing all committees involved in fund development activities.
Primary responsibilities and relationships with other people in the institution are outlined below.
Duties and Responsibilities: 1.
Prepare annual plans for all fund development activities.
Develop and maintain a three-year plan for the development program which is updated annually.
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Responsible for all matters related to the execution, management, and support of the fund development program.
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Identify, cultivate, solicit and close gifts.
Maintain an active pool of prospective benefactors who can support the organization.
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Conduct a minimum of twenty (20) face-to-face visits monthly with potential benefactors in the form of Discovery, Cultivation, Solicitation or Stewardship meetings.
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Assist in scheduling, coordination and follow-up of face-to-face visits for Board of Directors or other staff and volunteers as appropriate.
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Supervise the stewardship process, including prompt gift acknowledgement, for all benefactors.
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Prepare reports as appropriate and submit them to the Board of Directors.
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Plan and supervise direct mail, phone-a-thon, special event, and other solicitation activities as needed.
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Plan and supervise the production and distribution of newsletters, brochures and other marketing materials in support of the organization.
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Direct the organization and management of the comprehensive development program through supervision of volunteers.
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Perform additional duties as assigned by the Board of Directors to include special projects to assist in the overall fund-raising efforts.
Qualifications: A practicing and faithful Catholic in good standing, who loves the Church and sees development work in schools as an essential ministry.
Baccalaureate degree or higher.
Thorough knowledge of fundraising principles or a willingness to learn them.
Enthusiasm and excellent people skills are essential.
The successful candidate must have the flexibility to handle the needs of a fast-paced office and the special needs of benefactors.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and to lead and motivate others, especially volunteers.
Thoroughness in planning and implementing work, including goals, budget, timetables, and action steps to achieve objectives.
Ability to work effectively with the Board of Directors, School Director, and other staff members, and volunteers.
Affinity with, and passion for, the overall mission of the organization.
To apply, send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: Jonathan Spaid Chairman of the Board jonathon@stmonicasmontessori.
com About the Employer Combining the truth, beauty, and goodness of the Catholic faith with the genius of Montessori philosophy, we guide children to discover, enjoy, and attain their Divine mission in this life and the next.
Our students thrive in an environment that values wonder, discovery, community, and independence.
The generosity of the community as a whole joins integrally in this task of forming the next generation of children, ensuring families of all income levels have access to a premier education.