Director of Advancement

Job Summary

The Director of Advancement position at Cleveland Central Catholic High School is an integral member of the leadership team responsible for leading the advancement team and the development and strategic implementation of all aspects of fundraising and stewardship activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the President's aims and objectives at all meetings and activities.
• Build constructive relationships with all stakeholders to inspire crucial support across all school advancement initiatives.
• Design, implement, and manage effective cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies at various levels.
• Develop and maintain an annual advancement plan.
• Supervise the production of regular reporting of results against targets with detailed analysis of variances to the Advancement Committee of the Advisory Board.
• Lead the advancement department operations, processes, and functions.
• Identify, attract, develop, and retain high-quality mission-driven advancement professionals and volunteers.
• Use Raisers Edge, Blackbaud, and related philanthropic software platforms.
• Embrace collaboration while leading with zeal.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church and to best practices in Catholic education.
• Executive-level experience in Advancement/Development with staff management, annual fund, major gifts, planned giving, comprehensive campaign, event planning, and marketing or public relations experience.
• Advanced degree in a related field is a plus.
• Proficient in computer spreadsheets and other applications.
• Self-starter with an ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Application Instructions

Please include a cover letter, resume, and completed Diocesan Employment Application, including contact information for three references.