Start Date: July 1, 2025 Employment Type: Full-Time | Year-Round
Key Responsibilities and Duties: - Develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan to meet or exceed annual fundraising goals - Build and strengthen relationships with donors, alumni, and community partners. - Plan and oversee fundraising events, campaigns, and donor appreciation programs. - Identify, write, and secure grants that align with the school's mission and goals. - Collaborate closely with school leadership to develop compelling communications and promotional materials. - Maintain accurate donor records and provide regular reports on fundraising progress. - Attend and support school events as required - Reports to the board member responsible for fundraising efforts
Qualifications: - Familiarity with, and commitment to, the Catholic faith and the classical education model. - Deep understanding and appreciation of the mission and values of Our Lady of Hope. - 1-5 years of experience in fundraising, development, and donor relations. - Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to strategically plan, organize, and execute development efforts. - Experience in event planning, grant writing, and major gifts cultivation preferred. - Pay commensurate with experience.
Schedule: - Full-time (40+ hours/week), with seasonal peaks in Fall and Spring - Potential flexible schedule during July and school breaks - Some weekend and evening events required
- Professional development opportunities through the Chesterton Schools Network, Archdiocese of Providence Office of Catholic Schools, ICLE - All expense-paid trip to the Chesterton Schools Network conference within 2 years of employment
