Director of Advancement & Marketing

Jacksonville, Florida,

Job Title:

Director of Advancement & Marketing

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Department:

Administration

Supervises:

A dvancement & Marketing Associate

Reports to:

Head of School
It is the responsibility and expectation that every employee of the school uphold and carry out the mission of the school:

Inspiring a passion for learning, a life of integrity,

and a heart for Christian service

At San Jose Episcopal Day School (SJEDS) everything we do is a loving and joyful expression of our mission, which is to inspire a passion for learning, a life of integrity, and a heart for Christian service. Our faculty and staff are the heart of our school, beloved by students and parents alike for their warmth, responsiveness, creativity, professionalism, and their exceptional commitment to helping each and every child meet his or her great potential. Lifelong learners themselves, our faculty and staff model the characteristics they seek to cultivate in their students: love, wisdom, open-mindedness, responsibility, service, honesty, respect, patience, faith and gratitude.

KEY ATTRIBUTES

We are seeking a Director of Advancement & Marketing with proven success in fundraising as well as in the direct solicitation of charitable gifts. They will have strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with our constituents and motivate volunteers and staff members. They will serve as an integral part of our leadership team, building community and cultivating relationships with alumni, parents, and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES
In conjunction with the Director of Finance and Operations, establish and execute a fundraising budget to support current needs and grow in anticipation of future projects

Oversee all aspects of advancement including fundraising, leading the annual giving campaign, guiding any potential capital campaigns, soliciting corporate and foundation proposal and creating strong alumni relationships

Plan and execute all aspects of any fundraising strategic special events

Identify and implement a diverse and multifaceted fundraising program and cultivate giving across all constituencies and socio-economic strata

Collaborate with the Director of Admission and the Marketing Assistant to create/produce materials that expand and enhance the schools visibility and reputation

Identify corporate funding opportunities and help draft grant applications

Review and oversee gift acknowledgement, acceptance and processing system

Collect and analyze data for fundraising and for marketing
Nurture and maintain a highly collaborative relationship with Head of School, Director of Finance, and Church Rector
Oversee the publication of the annual report,

Share the Spirit

and the Annual Philanthropy Report.

Engage in grant writing to augment educational opportunities and resources for students.

Manage the Advancement & Marketing Associate and direct the following items:
Online content across platforms

Web production and graphic development for online and print materials

Videography and photography of events on campus as needed

Studying website and social media analytics to improve various marketing campaigns
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

X

Bachelor’s Degree

X

Master’s Degree (Preferred)

Years of Experience

Must possess a minimum of five years of experience spearheading fundraising or development initiatives

SPECIFIC SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Experience with fundraising and advancement in non-profit sector

Experience executing capital campaigns

Proven track record as a leader

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Strong organization, computer, and data management skills

Event planning skills

Supervisory experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment

X

Office

X

Parish Center/Classroom

X

Outdoors

Physical Environment

X

Lifting

X

Walking

X

Stretching

X

Exposure to cold/heat

The physical part of this position varies a great deal and changes daily. Some days extensive time sitting at a desk may be required. Other days may require a great deal of lifting and walking.

HIRING & FIRING RESPONSIBILITIES

This employee has the express authority to hire and fire all positions that this position supervises, in consultation with the Head of School.

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