Director of Development

About the role

The Director of Development will help expand the philanthropic revenue that fuels the continued growth of the Chesterton Schools Network and the Society’s broader apostolate. As the Network advances nationally and internationally — alongside publications, conferences, pilgrimages, and related initiatives — this role ensures donor investment keeps pace with expansion, strengthening national capacity and sustaining long-term mission impact.

The role requires a strategic closer with entrepreneurial drive and deep mission conviction. This leader owns revenue outcomes, manages a disciplined portfolio, and converts qualified prospects into sustained donor investment through structured pipeline management and confident solicitation.

To steward and grow its national base of support, this role requires significant travel. Work location is remote, with a potential preference for East-Coast based candidates.

Responsibilities

• Expand philanthropic revenue to support the growth of the Chesterton Schools Network and the Society’s broader apostolate.
• Own revenue outcomes and manage a disciplined portfolio of donor prospects.
• Convert qualified prospects into sustained donor investment through structured pipeline management and confident solicitation.
• Travel significantly to steward and grow the national base of support.

Requirements

• Strategic closer with entrepreneurial drive.
• Deep mission conviction and alignment with the Society’s goals.
• Proven ability to manage donor portfolios and achieve revenue outcomes.