Director of Institutional Advancement

Westminster Schools of Augusta is a Pre-K through12 regionally accredited, coeducational, college-preparatory, Christian day school enrolling over 500 students. The 34-acre campus is located in a residential section of Augusta, which is Georgia's second largest metropolitan area. The school is affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Augusta (PCA),but the student body and faculty include members from more than 90 different local churches of various denominations.

We are interested in receiving applications from Christian school educators who view their calling as teaching and discipling students for the advancement of God's kingdom as we equip students to live extraordinary lives for Jesus Christ. Such educators with sound academic credentials who desire to serve in an academically challenging, Christian environment with highly engaging and responsible students should apply.

Westminster Schools of Augusta seeks a dynamic and strategic DIRECTOR OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT.

PROFILE & JOB DESCRIPTION

The Director of Institutional Development reports to the Head of School, serves as the chief

development officer, and provides leadership for philanthropic initiatives to advance the mission

of Westminster, serving as a full-time employee and member of the Senior Leadership Team.

MAJOR INITIATIVES - Foster and Cultivate a Stronger Culture of Philanthropy that Boosts Fundraising

• Foster an environment where philanthropy is seen as a shared value, and all

stakeholders understand why giving matters and how it directly impacts the school

community. Proactively develop and nurture relationships to ensure the entire

community feels invested in the school's success and future while expanding The

Westminster Annual Fund by increasing participation and giving across all constituent

groups.

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP - Five Year Strategic Plan, Feasibility Study, Future Capital Campaigns

execution of a feasibility study and a capital campaign to address space limitations as

Westminster operates at / near student capacity.

ALUMNI RELATIONS - Continue Efforts to Involve Alumni in the Life of the School

volunteer their time and expertise, serve as ambassadors and role models to current

students, and support fundraising efforts. Organize alumni events that bolster school

spirit, strengthen lifelong bonds with former classmates and the school community, build

a bridge between the past and future, and increase the likelihood of future engagement

and support.

SCHOOL PROFILE

Westminster is a ministry of First Presbyterian Church of Augusta, founded in 1972 and

committed to glorifying God through education that equips students to lead extraordinary lives

for Jesus Christ. Our college preparatory program sets high academic standards that challenge

students to excel. With a focus on integrating Christian principles into every aspect of learning,

we nurture each student's unique gifts in academics, arts, and athletics. Through this holistic

approach, we empower students to develop critical thinking skills, creativity, and strong moral

character, preparing them to succeed in college and make a positive impact in their

communities and beyond.

FAST FACTS

A WORD FROM OUR LEADERSHIP

The next Director of Advancement will have the opportunity to share discipleship stories and to

support and enhance the impactful work of a biblical education that receives children from the

early age of 3 through age 18 so that they might engage and be equipped to live faithful and

extraordinary lives for Jesus Christ. The discipleship of students and their hearts for Jesus is

the greatest advancement work, not of Westminster, but God's kingdom!"

RESPONSIBILITIES

relationships, communicating directly with major donors and prospects, and

corporate / foundation / community leaders and present proposals to private donors,

corporations, foundations, and other granting agencies.

Advancement Committee and for the engagement of Trustees in cultivation and

fundraising efforts. Attend board meetings as is needed.

individuals, corporations, businesses, and foundations. Develop and maintain reports on

the progress toward goals and report regularly to the Head of School.

alongside the Head of School for ministry expansion at Westminster.

correspondence, and communication with donors.

strategies with program initiatives. Specifically, work closely with the Directors of

Marketing & Communications and Admissions and their staff to achieve shared goals.

foundation gifts, and revenue from the annual fund and other sources.

development efforts.

to appropriately integrate development opportunities into publications and collateral

materials for cultivating and stewarding donors.

strategic initiatives are prioritized in communication with donors. Manage on-going

school improvement activities related to the established accrediting agency goals.

Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure that the faculty policy manual, family

handbook and other education-related documentation are accurate and maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS