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International School of Zug and Luzern lists this Director of Development and Communications opportunity in atlanta, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The School That Works in the Heart of Atlanta222 Piedmont Avenue, NE | Atlanta, GA 30308 | |
Director of Development and Communications
Reports to: Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School President
Direct reports: Data & Donor Relations Manager; Mentor and Scholarship Relations Manager (PT); Marketing and Communications Specialist; and contracted Grant Writer
Department: Advancement
Summary of Job Responsibilities: The Director of Development and Communications will manage all philanthropic activities at Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit, including donor cultivation, individual giving, grant writing, foundation relationships, corporate sponsorships, Student Scholarship Organization fundraising and management, event management and donor correspondences. Additionally, the Director will oversee all marketing and communication functions of the school.
General Responsibilities
Oversee all fundraising functions, ensuring that the school meets its financial needs each year
Cultivate and steward relationships with individual, corporate, and foundation donors
Work in cooperation with the Corporate Work Study Department to secure foundation and angel sponsors
Utilise Raisers Edge software to accurately manage all donations, acknowledgements, constituent information, campaigns and appeals
Direct all marketing and communications functions including the website, social media, newsletters, collateral and signage, press releases, media relations, video and photography content to ensure that the school is communicating its mission effectively to supporters, alumni, parents, volunteers, and the broader community
Research and manage grant application strategy and processes, including applications and timely reporting
Market the federal and state tax credit scholarship programs working closely with the Georgia GOAL and American GOAL staff to ensure that Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit receives as much funding as possible through those efforts.
Oversee the Mentor Program and support school-wide volunteer utilization
Attend all Board of Trustee meetings and provide reports for the Development Committee Chair
Facilitate Board Development Committee meetings and attend all Finance Committee and Investment Committee meetings
Sit on the President's Senior Leadership Team
Attend and provide meaningful contributions to all school leadership meetings
Hire and supervise Advancement staff
Provide direction and ensure that all staff work toward overall program goals
Perform other tasks as assigned by the President
Required Skills and Competencies
Successful applicants will embody the mission-commitment, intellectual curiosity, openness to growth, optimism, and enthusiasm that are central to the members of Cristo Rey Atlanta's team. In addition, applicants should meet or exceed the following requirements:
An undergraduate degree is required; a graduate degree is preferred
Knowledge of and respect for Cristo Rey's Catholic, Jesuit mission
5 years of successful advancement experience
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills are essential
Grant writing experience
Proficiency with The Raisers Edge
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Critical thinking and problem solving skills, including evidence of enhancing an organization's performance
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors, board members, and key stakeholders to foster long-term engagement and support
Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law in the administration of any of its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment.
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Worksite address
atlanta, GA, 30383, US
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