Director of Advancement Position

The Advancement Office at Seton Catholic Preparatory is seeking an energetic and qualified individual, with professional development and fundraising experience, to fill the position of Director of Advancement.  This position reports directly to the Principal and is a member of the administrative team.  Duties and responsibilities include development and oversight of a comprehensive fundraising and relationship building program including major gifts acquisition, annual fund campaign, planned giving program, grant writing, marketing and communications, donor database management, alumni relations and special events. This position will require management and administrative skills to successfully lead the Advancement team of five employees.  The Director of Advancement will work closely with the Director of Admissions, Director of Finance and Facilities, the Board of Trustees and other special projects as directed by the Principal.

Requirements:

• Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.
• Experience: Proven ability and minimum five years in institutional fundraising and development.
• Education: At least 4 years’ relevant experience and/or certification in addition to the above fundraising experience preferably in marketing & public relations and/or business management or Bachelor’s degree from college or university.
• Communications: Proficient in public speaking, excellent writing skills, effectiveness in personal communication and motivating others. 
• Technology: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and experience using fundraising software (Raiser’s Edge strongly preferred.)