Director of Development

Job Description

Director of Development

Primary Function: Under the direction of the President the Director of Development ("DoD") is responsible for the annual Courage Under Fire Gala ("Gala"), local Regina Caeli Academy ("RCA") center fundraising efforts, and stewardship for all benefactors in support of Regina Caeli Academy's mission and goals.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Development

Manages the Gala (annual fundraiser) and Center Fundraising, including sponsor development, public relations, communications, marketing and strategic planning for the events.
Develops and maintains effective community relationships through stewardship.
Raise public awareness of the Gala and RCA through presentations to prospective sponsors, individuals, clubs and organizations, publications and special programs.
Coordinates the stewardship process of grants awarded to RCA.
Oversees the donor database management systems (Qgiv, Little Green Light or others) to make sure accuracy of donor information and proper documentation of donor's information and coordinates with the Director of Finance to assure accurate financial reporting.
Oversee the administrative tasks required to carry out the RCA's mission and objectives
Coordinates and oversees the Gala including the organization of all meetings and functions of the Gala.
Coordinates with the President and VP of External Relations in the following activities: development of RCA's overall fundraising strategic plan; development of annual RCA fundraising goals, action plans and budgets; planning and execution of fundraising activities related to the Gala and RCA Center fundraising; communication and stewardship with the community, donors and potential donors.
Reviews Gala and RCA Center funding requests with the President
Secures sponsorships for the Gala and RCA Centers in a timely manner

Advertising and Marketing for Gala and RCA Center
Fundraising

Develops and implements direct fundraising programs for events in collaboration with the VP of External Relations for the solicitation of individuals, foundations and corporate donors/partners.
Manages, coordinates and implements the Gala advertising program, including identifying revenue goals and expenses in consultation with the President, developing and executing marketing plans and programs for the Gala to ensure effective utilization of RCA's resources and services for revenue enhancement.
Organizes and assists Gala and Centers with advertising activities and the coordination of those activities to further enhance their fundraising efforts,

Corporate and Community Relations

Develops, monitors and maintains effective stewardship with national businesses and community organizations on behalf of RCA for the Gala and RCA Centers. Will work in collaboration with the President and Vice President of External Relations to assure consistent stewardship.
Assists with other RCA events as needed

Administration and Fiscal Management

Develops and maintains the Gala and each RCA Centers' annual budgets and works to stay within the annual budgeted expense allocations
Complies with policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations regarding fundraising, planned giving and charitable giving tax implications
Develops budgets based upon documented program needs for RCA; implements programs within budget limits; maintains fiscal control; accurately reports fiscal information

Professional Growth and Development

Maintains current knowledge of developments, innovations, practices, and regulations regarding fundraising, planned giving and charitable tax implications, available advertising opportunities and school/corporate involvement and support programming
Maintains membership and represents RCA in appropriate professional and community groups and associations
Evaluates the Gala and Center Fundraising program and services and recommends changes

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff

Other

Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible
Serves as a role model for all staff
Participates in approved professional development opportunities
Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Volunteer management techniques
Oral and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
Operation of a computer and assigned software

Ability to:

Work with business, community and benefactors
Provide effective oral and written correspondence, proposals, marketing materials, grants and solicitations
Interpret policy, procedures and data
Work independently with little direction
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Maintain regular and consistent attendance
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Meet schedules and timelines
Prepare reports, presentations, marketing materials, financial data and other documents
Plan and organize work

Education/Licenses/Experience: Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred. Three years of experience in two or more of the following areas: non-profit management, fundraising, public relations, communications or marketing and two years of supervisory experience in a related field.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent walking, standing, bending/stooping, reaching, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse and technology hardware; frequent reaching; hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity; occasionally work irregular hours and prolonged hours; frequent district-wide and occasional state- wide travel.

Lifting/carrying - Lifting 15-44 pounds; frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, stooping/crouching/kneeling, pulling/pushing, reaching; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer.

The foregoing statements describe the general function and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday and evenings and weekends as needed

Work Location: Remote

Applicants must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and have a deep love for the Catholic faith. Curriculum and grading guidelines are provided. Tutors are trained to provide instruction and classroom management according to RCA standards. The ideal applicant will have strong communication skills, good organization, timeliness, a traditional view of the student/teacher relationship, and must be living the Catholic faith day-to-day, including having received all the sacraments appropriate to his or her state in life.

All employees of Regina Caeli are required to have a clear background check

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://rcahybrid.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1565760-396157.html

About the Employer

Cooperating in the order of grace and subordinating all things to the principle of Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam (to the Greater Glory of God) through the Heart of Jesus, the Mission of Regina Caeli Academy is realized through the intimate and focused medium of a small center environment and highly dedicated faculty and staff to form classically educated young men and women according to the unbroken tradition and teaching of the Roman Catholic Church, the Ignatian Principles of Education, and the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius.