Director of Advancement

The Director of Advancement provides leadership and direction for the overall planning, coordination, and execution of all fundraising activities, gift solicitation and stewardship, as well as the planning and execution of the school marketing and enrollment efforts. Other responsibilities include church and school development, database management, communications and constituent relation activities that build positive relationships with school families, parishioners, donors, volunteers, staff, businesses, and community members that creates a climate for school/parish growth.

The individual holding this position is responsible for the strategic oversight, development, and implementation of an advancement/marketing program for Sacred Heart Catholic Church and School. The primary objective is to secure the financial revenues required for Sacred Heart to carry out its mission and specific program goals by building positive relationships with school families, parishioners, donors, volunteers, staff, businesses, and community members. The Director must provide leadership and direction and collaborate with the principal in the areas of marketing, public relations and all new fund-raising initiatives.

Salary Range:   $60,00-75,000

• Strong fundraising and gift solicitation background
• Strong communication skills – both written and oral
• Experience in enrollment management, development, sales, marketing, communication, and/or volunteer management.
• Ability to communicate a passion for the Catholic faith and Catholic education
• Demonstrated leadership and effectiveness in developing and accomplishing organizational goals

• Confidentiality, integrity, and honesty
• Detail orientated
• Ability to build a team, effectively recruiting and managing volunteers

• Ability to conceptualize and execute strategic plans, the ability to interact confidently and effectively with parish and school constituencies
• Experience in a parochial or not-for-profit environment preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in related field strongly preferred
• 3 years or more of fundraising experience is preferred
• CRM (Salesforce) knowledge and experience is a plus

• Catholic preferred.
• Salary range:   $65,000-80,000

Send a cover letter and resume to Karen Bursey at kbursey@sacredheartschoolrobbinsdale.org.