Development Director Savannah Classical SY 25-26

Development Director - Savannah Classical Academy SY 25-26

Savannah Classical Academy Charter School is a Locally Authorized K-12 Public Charter school and operates autonomously from SCCPSS.

Candidates must be fully authorized to work in the United States. 

In anticipation of potential vacancies and planned enrollment expansion for the 2025-2026

School Year Savannah Classical Academy (SCA) is seeking highly skilled candidates for this position.

Interested candidates must:

Complete the online application and send relevant resume/CV with a letter of Introduction to SCA's CEO- Barry K. Lollis via recruiter@scasav.org

Reports to: CEO
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

The Development Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all of the organization’s fundraising efforts, including major gifts, annual giving, special events, corporate and foundation support, and donor stewardship. The Development Director works closely with the CEO and leadership team to cultivate a culture of philanthropy enhance the financial sustainability of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy and Execution

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
• Lead all annual, capital, and special campaigns.
• Cultivate, identify, and solicit major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundation partners.
• Manage donor database and track all contributions, pledges, and acknowledgments.

Donor Relations and Stewardship

• Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors through regular communication, personalized stewardship, and meaningful engagement opportunities.
• Create and execute a donor stewardship plan to ensure donor retention and growth.
• Oversee donor recognition and appreciation efforts.

Grant Writing and Management

• Identify grant opportunities and write compelling proposals to secure foundation and corporate funding.
• Track reporting deadlines and ensure timely submission of progress reports and compliance documents.

Events and Campaigns

• Plan and execute fundraising events including annual galas, donor appreciation events, and community engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate campaign messaging, design, and execution in collaboration with communications staff.

Team Leadership and Collaboration

• Supervise and support development staff or contractors (if applicable).
• Partner with the CEO and leadership team to engage them in fundraising efforts and donor outreach.
• Work cross-functionally with marketing, finance, and program teams to align fundraising and organizational priorities.

Reporting and Budgeting

• Prepare regular development reports for leadership. 
• Manage the annual development budget.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required:
• Nonprofit fundraising experience, with a track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising goals.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, donor stewardship, and nonprofit operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with donor management software (e.g., DonorPerfect, Raiser’s Edge, EXCEL, or similar).
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and highly organized.
• Ability to work evenings or weekends as required for events or donor engagement.

Preferred Attributes:

• Passion for the mission and values of the organization.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Creative thinker with problem-solving skills and strategic insight.

 Compensation/Benefits:

Salary: $50,000.00 with annual performance-based supplement.

Benefits Offered: Health, Dental, Vision, 403B/456 Retirement Plan Options, Life Insurance, and other supplemental benefits

Salary : $50,000