Executive Director of Advancement - Brighton, United States - Saint Columbkille Partnership School

Description

Executive Director of Advancement

Saint Columbkille Partnership School
Saint Columbkille Partnership School, located in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston, educates students aged 2.9 years through Grade 8. Founded in 1901 by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston, the school has educated generations of local families.

Saint Columbkille Partnership School was re-established in 2006 and enjoys a unique partnership with Boston College, as the Laboratory School affiliated with its Lynch School of Education and Human Development, and with the Archdiocese of Boston and Saint Columbkille Parish.

Saint Columbkille Partnership School is currently seeking a full-time Executive Director of Advancement. If interested, please contact the Head of School, Jen Kowieski, at with your resume.

The primary responsibilities of this position include:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive annual giving program, setting goals, creating targeted campaigns, and coordinating with volunteers and stakeholders.
• Ensure effective donor stewardship, maximize corporate matching gifts, and recommend strategies for meeting fundraising objectives.
• Plan and execute yearround events and activities for all school constituencies to enhance their connection and involvement with the school.
• Develop and implement advancement programs and events, including the BC Race to Educate, Fr. Leahy's Christmas Reception, and Giving Tuesday, in collaboration with the Head of School and Board of Trustees to enrich the educational experience for current students and engage the school community.
• Develop and execute yearround events and activities for alumni to enhance their connection with the school and foster relationships locally and regionally.
• Collaborate with the Head of School to implement the school's vision and strategic initiatives.
• Work with the Board's advancement committee to create a threeyear strategic development plan with measurable goals.
• Provide regular reports to the Board's finance and advancement committees.
• Collaborate with the Communication and Marketing Specialists on integrated marketing and fundraising communications.
• Represent the school at school events and other relevant meetings and events.
• Assist with other school duties as assigned.

The requirements for this position include:

• A record of success in the various components required for this position must be reflected in previous professional experience.
• Must have prior experience with major gifts and foundation/corporate grant

- writing, demonstrated leadership with strategic, policy, and budget planning responsibilities.

• Ability to influence and engage a wide range of constituents and build longterm relationships.
• Ability to build trust, work collaboratively, and engage productively with students, families, faculty, staff, trustees, donors and colleagues on the Leadership Team.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills that reflect a growth mindset.
• Proven ability to communicate passionately, clearly, and concisely. Superior writing and oral communication skills.
• An ability to lead and motivate collaboratively and manage multiple projects and assignments with excellent organization, delivery, creativity, planning, and attention to detail.
• Bachelor's required; masters preferred.

Pay:
From $85,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location:
In person