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Director of Development and Growth - Monroe Christian School

Monroe Christian School is seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Development and Growth to spearhead the school’s fundraising, donor cultivation, and strategic relationship-building efforts. Reporting directly to the Head of School, this pivotal role is instrumental in advancing the school’s mission by securing resources that support the school’s long-term sustainability and growth. The Director will play a key role in strengthening connections within the school community, engaging external stakeholders, and collaborating with the admissions team to ensure a thriving and Christ-centered educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fund Development :

Drive initiatives to secure funding for operating support, major projects, future capital campaigns, an endowment fund, and a new planned giving program.
Lead the development and execution of strategic fundraising campaigns aligned with the school’s mission and goals.

2. Donor and Stakeholder Engagement :

Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with donors, alumni, families, churches, foundations, and other key constituents.

Research and profile prospective and existing donors to inform personalized engagement strategies.

3. Fundraising Strategy and Coordination :

Collaborate with the marketing team to develop compelling printed and digital materials, including an updated case for support.

Train and coordinate staff, board members, volunteers, and fundraising committees in development activities.

Manage and expand the Raiser’s Edge donor database, leveraging it for data analysis, strategic planning, and reporting.

4. Campaign and Project Oversight :

Administer all aspects of fundraising campaigns, from planning and strategy to execution and reporting.

Keep leadership informed on progress, ensuring accountability for key development tasks.

5. Community Engagement and Admissions Support :

Support the admissions process by partnering with the admissions team to attract like-minded families who align with the school’s mission.

Represent and articulate the school’s vision and values during family inquiries, tours, and other admissions-related activities.

6. Strategic Support :

Provide administrative and logistical support for board-led initiatives, including strategic planning efforts and capital campaigns.

Challenges and Opportunities :

As this is a new role, the Director of Development and Growth will have the unique opportunity to establish a strong foundation for fundraising and development at Monroe Christian School. The successful candidate will need to navigate the challenges of initiating new programs while building a culture of philanthropy, collaboration, and trust within the school community.

Job Requirements

Required :

Proven success in fundraising, donor development, or nonprofit management.

Strong verbal and written communication skills , including public speaking and proposal writing.

Expertise in CRM administration , particularly donor databases like Raiser's Edge, with strong analytical and reporting capabilities.

Passion for and understanding of Christ-centered K-12 education and its impact.

Preferred :

Demonstrated skills in customer relationship management and project management.

Experience creating and executing planned giving programs and capital campaigns.

Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities unique to faith-based nonprofit organizations.

Previous exposure to grant application process and / or grant writing.

Education Requirements

Required :

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, marketing, business, or a related field (will consider a combination of education and experience).

Related Benefits

Benefits and Compensation :

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Benefits package, including health, vision and dental insurance, retirement savings, opportunity for tuition discounts

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and families while contributing to the growth of a Christ-centered institution.

To apply submit a cover letter and resume to Angela Flick, Board Member - Interim Development Support

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