Director of Institutional Advancement

Saints John Neumann & Maria Goretti Catholic High School

1736 S. 10th St.

Philadelphia, PA 19148

located in the East Passyunk neighborhood

proudly serving South Philadelphia and beyond through Catholic education for over 85 years

MISSION STATEMENT: We are a Catholic community serving a diverse student population. God enables us to educate through care grounded in faith. Through a rigorous and varied course of study each individual is presented with the necessary tools to succeed as lifelong learners. We provide a safe, nurturing, and challenging environment to prepare our students for college, career, and beyond as conscientious world citizens.

CORE VALUES: We believe that…

COMPASSION commands us to embrace the diversity of our community, treat everyone with respect, and give our full support to those in need

COURAGE enables us to accept the challenge and responsibility to meet the needs of a diverse community in an ever-changing world and gives us the strength to act with patience and forgiveness both towards ourselves and others.

COMMITMENT to the Catholic faith and rigorous academics will lead our students to strengthen their own faith-lives and achieve excellence as lifelong learners.

Position Summary

To lead the fundraising efforts of Saints John Neumann & Maria Goretti Catholic High School by creating a strong awareness among various constituencies (alumni, parents, community members, foundations, local businesses and friends) that showcases the school as the ideal choice for directing philanthropic dollars, volunteering their time and talents and most importantly educating young people.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Under the direction of the Neumann-Goretti President, implement a comprehensive Development plan. Establish short and long-range goals and objectives based on the school’s plans. This includes but is not limited to:

o Implementation of an Annual Giving Program for unrestricted giving to the school.

o Working with the President, maintain a portfolio of major and planned giving donors to discover, cultivate, solicit and steward through the major gifts process. Maintain complete and timely records of contacts with prospects and volunteers.

o Interact with administrators, department chairs, faculty and advancement staff to consult on school needs; formulate proposal strategies and identify high-level donors.

o Maintain a proactive, creative leadership role in cultivating and stewarding top donors.

o Working with the President, maintain a portfolio of businesses to discover, cultivate, solicit and steward through the process of solicited a gift for the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program and the Opportunity Tax Credit Program.

o Provide direction to the Development office staff including performance reviews and the annual review of their job descriptions.

o Provide oversight and direct the management the Raiser’s Edge database and all donor acknowledgements.

· Support and collaborate with board members and relevant board committees; assist in development and implementation of strategic planning. Work with President to establish Board expectations as related to philanthropy.

· Implement a plan for communication with all constituencies. Give input on the Development/Alumni sections of the website. Coordinate Alumni communications including the Annual Report. Work closely with the Alumni Association to establish and maintain alumni events.

· Coordinate with the Admissions/Marketing Director regarding public relations efforts and keep the media informed of school news including student accomplishments, special programs, alumni functions and other events.

· Collaborates with regional planning and development efforts, as appropriate. Attending report meetings and training opportunities throughout the year.

· Stay up to date on fundraising best practices, tax laws and IRS rulings, which affect charitable giving.

· Any other duties as assigned by the President.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree

· Minimum of 5 years of Experience in development or related field.

· Ability to interact with high-level donors and potential donors.

· Presents as a professional in the development field.

· Experience in verbal and written presentations. Understanding of basic accounting concepts.

· Exceptional communication skills.

· A high degree of integrity, confidentiality, strong work ethic and a willingness to gain knowledge of the mission of Catholic Education quickly and continuously.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Raiser’s Edge software required. Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with the web and social media.

· Proficiency with Adobe Suite and experience creating promotional/marketing materials is highly valued.

· Alumnus/Alumna preferred

· Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends and maintain a valid driver’s license.

This position is a full-time, 12-month position.

Interviews will be granted to the most qualified applicants.

Candidates interested in the position of Director of Institutional Advancement should send their cover letter, resume, and salary requirement to Tim Cairy, President, at tim.cairy@neumanngorettihs.org

The deadline for application is April 23, 2024.

PA required clearances and official transcripts will be required before employment can begin.

As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee’s failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions. In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual’s legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.

Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Office of Catholic Education at 215-587-3700.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to submit to background checks and clearances as required by local laws and regulations?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Development or Fundraising: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person