Development Associate

St. Raymond Academy for Girls, an esteemed all-girls Catholic high school located in the Castle Hill section of the Bronx, NY, is seeking a dynamic Development Associate. Since 1960, the Academy has been dedicated to providing young women with an education that fosters academic excellence, personal creativity, and spiritual growth.

Mission Statement: St. Raymond Academy for Girls, a Catholic high school, whose diverse and supportive community, inspired by the teaching of Jesus, empowers young women to strive for excellence and reach their potential as strong leaders in a dynamic society.

About the Role

Reporting to the school principal, the Development Associate will design and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy for St. Raymond Academy.

Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Collaborate with the Administration to design and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy for the Academy
• Develop and distribute compelling marketing materials and fundraising literature to engage former donors and attract potential new donors
• Cultivate relationships with individuals and organizations to secure, nurture, and expand fundraising support
• Plan alumni events, for example class reunions
• Intra-office mailing of information, thank you letters, and correspondence to alumni and donors
• Perform routine office functions, including mail for distribution, copying, filing, answering and making phone calls, and use of Raiser's Edge
• Assist with school events and engage with the parent association
• Assist with website updates as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Solid working knowledge of Raiser's Edge, Word, Excel, as well as social media platforms
• Must have the ability to work in a school environment; must be able to work with students on projects and at events

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health benefits
• Retirement plan

Pay

$50,000–$55,000

Schedule

Hybrid — 3 days in school, 2 days from home.