Cristo Rey Dallas
Assistant Director of Development
Cristo Rey Dallas, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Assistant Director of Development Job Description (Full-Time)Date Modified:
10/7/2024FLSA Classification:
ExemptReports To:
Vice President of Advancement
Overview:Cristo Rey Dallas College Prep is a Catholic, college preparatory school for students from households of low to moderate income. Cristo Rey Dallas nurtures and challenges young women and men of all faiths to recognize and realize their full potential as they grow to love God, respect others and serve their community. Each student participates in the Corporate Work Study Program which offers a weekly work study experience for all four years.
Anticipated Start Date:November 2024Purpose:The Assistant Director of Development works under the direct supervision of the Vice President of Advancement. This person coordinates and supports many of the activities of the Development Department. Some specific responsibilities include donor database management, grant writing/reporting, special events and annual giving campaign support.
This mid-level position will require strengths in communication, organization and time management. The Assistant Director of Development will act as a point of contact for correspondence and scheduling appointments with donors and other visitors. In addition, duties will include updating and managing the donor database to better facilitate donor relations and fundraising strategies and maintaining a relationship with vendors for needs of the Development Department. This position helps with Board of Directors management with minutes, presentation and other administrative duties to help with board communications.
Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree RequiredA minimum of two years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a preference for independent school or higher education experience.Responsibilities:Donor Database ManagementMaintain, enhance and update the donor database – DonorPerfect OnlineProcess gifts and prepare acknowledgment lettersAnalyze development data to provide scheduled and impromptu reports for board meetings and appealsWork with Finance Team to reconcile DonorPerfect Online with general ledger on a monthly basisCreate processes to consistently identify new prospects at all giving levelsGrant Writing and ReportingManage grants calendar and deadlinesWork closely with grant consultantComplete grant proposalsCollect relevant information and data to support in grant application processAssist in fulfilling grant reporting requirementsAssist with other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Vice President of AdvancementSpecial Events and Annual Giving SupportIn collaboration with the Vice President of Advancement, implement strategies for meeting annual, operational fundraising goals.Plan, coordinate and assist with special events and donor cultivation eventsOversee, manage and analyze aspects of annual appeal solicitation effortsAssist in coordination and management of volunteersCoordinate and maintain the development calendarKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling donor communications and proofreading skills.Excellent organizational skillsDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, donors, and volunteers.Detail-oriented and results drivenExcellent phone and customer service skillsAbility to work occasional evenings and weekends as requiredPhysical Requirements:Regularly sit, talk, listen to and interact with students, staff and donorsBe able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.Work at a desk and computer screen for extended periods of timeCompensation:
Full-time, year-round position with competitive salary, benefits and paid vacation
To apply:
Send a resume, cover letter, and list of references to careers@cristoreydallas.org#J-18808-Ljbffr
10/7/2024FLSA Classification:
ExemptReports To:
Vice President of Advancement
Overview:Cristo Rey Dallas College Prep is a Catholic, college preparatory school for students from households of low to moderate income. Cristo Rey Dallas nurtures and challenges young women and men of all faiths to recognize and realize their full potential as they grow to love God, respect others and serve their community. Each student participates in the Corporate Work Study Program which offers a weekly work study experience for all four years.
Anticipated Start Date:November 2024Purpose:The Assistant Director of Development works under the direct supervision of the Vice President of Advancement. This person coordinates and supports many of the activities of the Development Department. Some specific responsibilities include donor database management, grant writing/reporting, special events and annual giving campaign support.
This mid-level position will require strengths in communication, organization and time management. The Assistant Director of Development will act as a point of contact for correspondence and scheduling appointments with donors and other visitors. In addition, duties will include updating and managing the donor database to better facilitate donor relations and fundraising strategies and maintaining a relationship with vendors for needs of the Development Department. This position helps with Board of Directors management with minutes, presentation and other administrative duties to help with board communications.
Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree RequiredA minimum of two years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a preference for independent school or higher education experience.Responsibilities:Donor Database ManagementMaintain, enhance and update the donor database – DonorPerfect OnlineProcess gifts and prepare acknowledgment lettersAnalyze development data to provide scheduled and impromptu reports for board meetings and appealsWork with Finance Team to reconcile DonorPerfect Online with general ledger on a monthly basisCreate processes to consistently identify new prospects at all giving levelsGrant Writing and ReportingManage grants calendar and deadlinesWork closely with grant consultantComplete grant proposalsCollect relevant information and data to support in grant application processAssist in fulfilling grant reporting requirementsAssist with other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Vice President of AdvancementSpecial Events and Annual Giving SupportIn collaboration with the Vice President of Advancement, implement strategies for meeting annual, operational fundraising goals.Plan, coordinate and assist with special events and donor cultivation eventsOversee, manage and analyze aspects of annual appeal solicitation effortsAssist in coordination and management of volunteersCoordinate and maintain the development calendarKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling donor communications and proofreading skills.Excellent organizational skillsDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, donors, and volunteers.Detail-oriented and results drivenExcellent phone and customer service skillsAbility to work occasional evenings and weekends as requiredPhysical Requirements:Regularly sit, talk, listen to and interact with students, staff and donorsBe able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.Work at a desk and computer screen for extended periods of timeCompensation:
Full-time, year-round position with competitive salary, benefits and paid vacation
To apply:
Send a resume, cover letter, and list of references to careers@cristoreydallas.org#J-18808-Ljbffr