What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fundraising Events and Annual Fund Coordinator position at Archdiocese of Detroit?
St. Catherine of Siena Academy is an all-girl Catholic High School in Wixom, Michigan.
Our Mission is to transform the culture by inspiring young women to discover and develop their Feminine Genius - their unique identity and gifts as women created in the image of God.
About the Position
The Fundraising Events and Annual Fund Coordinator is responsible for planning, executing, and managing fundraising events and overseeing the annual fund campaign. This role plays a crucial part in achieving the financial goals of the organization through event management, donor engagement, and cultivation.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Event Planning and Execution:
- Plan, organize, and execute fundraising events, including galas, auctions, donor recognition events, and other related activities.
- Coordinate with vendors, venues, and volunteers to ensure successful event implementation.
- Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, and logistics.
- Ensure all events align with the organization's mission and branding.
- Annual Fund Campaign:
- Develop and implement strategies to increase participation and contributions to the annual fund.
- Create and manage annual fund communications, including solicitation letters, emails, and social media content.
- Track and analyze annual fund performance.
- Donor Relations:
- Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and partners.
- Ensure timely and personalized acknowledgment of all donations and sponsorships.
- Marketing and Communications:
- Collaborate with the marketing team to promote events through various channels.
- Create compelling content to engage current and prospective donors.
- Volunteer Management:
- Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for fundraising events.
- Provide guidance and support to ensure volunteers are effective in their roles.
- Data Management:
- Maintain accurate records of donors, sponsors, and event attendees.
- Utilize the donor database to track contributions and generate reports.
Minimum Qualifications/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, event planning, or a related field.
- Knowledge and respect for the Catholic faith and a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education.
Required Knowledge/Skills
- Proficiency in donor management software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
- Working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures related to institutional advancement, donor cultivation, and fundraising.
- Effective Time management skills and flexibility with job duties
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to learn new software programs
- Strong project management skills
- Comfortable managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- A passion for the organization's mission and the ability to articulate it to donors and the community.
- Commitment to the highest standard of customer service and professionalism
Qualified applicants are invited to email a cover letter and resume to human resources at humanresources@saintcatherineacademy.org
