Development Director (Contracted Consultant) – St. Elizabeth Elementary School (Remote)

St. Elizabeth Elementary School

Development Director (Contracted Consultant)

Part Time

Job Summary

St. Elizabeth School seeks a results-driven Development Director (contract) to lead fundraising strategy and generate $350K–$500K annually through major gifts, grants, and donor engagement. This 20–25 hour/week remote role reports to the Principal and focuses on building donor pipelines, securing high-capacity gifts, managing grants, and executing campaigns and events. Responsibilities include donor stewardship, database management (DonorPerfect), and collaboration with school leadership and advisory board. Candidates must have proven nonprofit fundraising success, strong communication skills, and ability to work independently. Catholic school development experience preferred. Pay: $50–$65/hour. Apply with resume, cover letter, and references to jpackard@csdo.org.

Full Job Description

ST. ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Development Director (Contracted Consultant)

I. Position Summary

St. Elizabeth School seeks a highly skilled and results-driven Development Director to lead and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports the long-term financial sustainability of the school. This role is responsible for generating significant philanthropic revenue through major gifts, grants, and donor engagement, while building systems and relationships that strengthen the school’s development efforts over time. This is a metrics-driven, mission-focused contracted position with clear expectations and measurable outcomes.

II. Position Details

• Status: Independent Contractor
• Start date: Immediate; terms will continue on a monthly basis unless terminated earlier with 30 day notification
• Hours: Approximately 20-25 hours per week
• Compensation: $50.00 – $65.00 per hour based on experience
• Expense Budget: Up to $20,000 annually (pre-approved)
• Reports To: Principal
• Work Environment: Flexible / remote, with weekly check-ins
  
  

III. Core Responsibilities

• Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Generation
• Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan for the school
• Meets annual fundraising goal of $350,000-$500,000
• Build a diversified funding portfolio that includes major gifts, Individual donors, grants and Parish and community partnerships.
• Major Gifts & Donor Development (Primary Focus)
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit high-capacity donors
• Build and manage a donor pipeline using DonorPerfect
• Conduct donor meetings and stewardship activities
• Develop personalized giving strategies
• Grants & Foundations
• Research and apply for grants
• Manage timelines, submissions, and reporting
• Build relationships with foundation representatives
• Other areas of focus
• Design and execute targeted campaigns, like Giving Tuesday
• Increase alumni donor participation
• Oversee fundraising events with a focus on net revenue
• Ensure alignment with overall development strategy
• Marketing & Communications
• Collaborate on donor-facing messaging and materials
• Strengthen communication of mission and impact
• Systems & Infrastructure
• Maintain accurate donor records and reporting systems
• Utilize DonorPerfect to track progress and manage relationships
• Leadership & Governance Collaboration
• Serve as a member of the school’s Development Advisory Board
• Attend and contribute to at least one Development Advisory Board evening meeting per month
• Provide strategic insight, fundraising updates, and recommendations
• Collaborate with the Principal, Pastor, and School Board
  
  

Required

V. Qualifications

• Proven success in nonprofit or school fundraising
• Demonstrated ability to raise six-figure revenue annually
• Experience securing major gifts and grants
• Proficiency with donor databases, preferably DonorPerfect
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently with clear accountability
  
  

Preferred

• Experience in Catholic or faith-based education development
• Familiarity with Catholic philanthropic networks, including FADICA, Catholic community foundations, and Catholic Education Foundation (CEF)
• Experience leveraging Catholic scholarship programs
• Familiarity with the San Francisco Bay Area philanthropic landscape
  
  

To apply: Interested consultants should send their resume and cover letter with three references to Principal Packard at jpackard@csdo.org. (St. Elizabeth School, 1516 33rd Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601; saintelizabeth.us).

Additional Details

Salary

$50.00 – $65.00 per hour based on experience

Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

• Development
• Fundraising
  
  

General Location

Remote

Job Contact

Email

Contact Email

jpackard@csdo.org

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Company Address

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1516 33rd Avenue

Oakland, CA

94601

US

Company Website

https://saintelizabeth.us/

Contact Email

jpackard@csdo.org