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Saint Joseph Seminary College

Chief Advancement Officer

Saint Joseph Seminary College, Saint Benedict, Louisiana, us, 70457


Chief Advancement Officer

Department of Institutional Advancement

Saint Joseph Abbey and Seminary College

Position Overview

The Chief Advancement Officer reports directly to the Abbot of Saint Joseph Abbey and the President-Rector of Saint Joseph Seminary College.

The Chief Advancement Officer

leads an integrated fundraising, marketing and communications program to move various constituencies toward a more intense personal and financial commitment to Saint Joseph Abbey and Seminary College.

Position Duties

Provide leadership and implementation in major, planned, capital, and endowed gifts.

Direct and coordinate Department of Institutional Advancement annual workflow, goals, and objectives.

Collaborate with Alumni Relations as pertains to Institutional Advancement.

Lead, manage, and evaluate Department of Institutional Advancement administrative and professional support staff.

Serve as Saint Joseph Abbey and Seminary College’s diocesan interface/liaison as pertains to institutional advancement.

Direct grant(s) development.

Cultivating Gifts (Major, Capital, Endowed, Planned & Campaigns).

Prospect Research.

Appeal Coordination.

Ongoing engagement with current Donors, including building long-term relationships.

Supervise all events, including attending.

Fundraising Strategy and Operations

Develop and implement a multi-year fundraising strategy that is inclusive of diverse revenue streams – including foundations, corporations, and individuals. As part of this strategy, set, monitor, and report on measurable goals for revenue sustainability and growth.

Partner with the Abbot and President-Rector for Saint Joseph Abbey and Seminary College fundraising priorities as related to the organization’s strategic priorities.

Work closely with the Abbot, President-Rector, Department of Institutional Advancement team to forecast annual revenue goals, perform monthly revenue reconciliation and manage donor reports to maintain accuracy and financial accountability.

Develop and maintain internal systems that increase transparency and integration of data across the organization. This includes evaluation of existing technology and tools.

Evaluate current department structure and needs, build or expand (recruit, hire, coach and supervise) a team of development staff based on needs and growth of the department.

Qualifications

M.B.A. or equivalent and ten years of related work experience preferred.

Proven track record in fundraising from diverse sources, including experience applying moves management and facilitating leadership gift conversations with individual, corporate and/or foundation donors.

Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of the grant seeking process, including grant writing, submission and reporting. A record of successful grant awards from major national and/or international foundations preferred.

Proven track record of leading people and processes within complex organizations, including coaching and motivating teams to successfully reach and/or exceed fundraising goals.

High ability to effectively manage processes and projects for multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, iteratively and creatively with a diverse set of stakeholders, to co-create processes and solutions that meet the needs of the organization as well as donors and funders.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills, energy, and enthusiasm with the ability to build long-term relationships and represent the organization to external audiences.

Outstanding verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to write and present fundraising materials to a diverse set of audiences.

Ability to engage and support volunteer leadership with their efforts in fundraising, consultation and advocacy.

Demonstrated flexibility, self-awareness, professional integrity and cultural competence – including commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Essential Physical Requirements

Ability to travel independently to attend meetings.

Ability to converse verbally and in writing with donors, prospects, and other business partners.

Ability to maintain a full-time position with some extended hours required to travel and attend donor events.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $97,686.00 - $108,412.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b)

403(b) matching

Dental insurance

Dependent health insurance coverage

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

Leadership: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Saint Benedict, LA 70457 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Saint Benedict, LA 70457: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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