Join to apply for the Director of Donor Development role at United Christian Academy2 months ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Director of Donor Development role at United Christian AcademyAbout Us: United Christian Academy is a fully accredited K – 12 private Christian School that is dedicated to educating students by integrating academic excellence with a Christian worldview, equipping them to impact their world for Christ. It is our goal to provide a holistic education that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit of our students. We believe in fostering excellence both academically and athletically, instilling values of integrity, teamwork, and sportsmanship in all aspects of our programs.Position Overview: The Director of Development is a dynamic and mission-driven leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of the school’s fundraising and development initiatives. This role will focus on creating and executing strategies to secure financial resources, increase community engagement, and build long-term relationships with donors, alumni, parents, and other stakeholders. As part of the Admin team, the Director of Development will play a key role in advancing the mission and vision of United Christian Academy, a K-12 Christian school, by ensuring the sustainability of the school through effective and ethical fundraising practices.UCA recognizes administrators as an integral part of the 5-fold ministry given to the church in Ephesians 4:1-13. As such, UCA administrators serve as ministers to help advance the mission and vision of United Christian Academy.Reports to: SuperintendentQualificationsMust be a born-again Christian.Must be a credible Christian role model whose godly lifestyle and character demonstrate obedience to God and the Holy Bible.Must be able to support and comply with the school’s Statement of Faith and Statement of Conduct.Support Patria Church and leadership team.Must be a member of an evangelical, Bible-believing church.Must have sufficient health and physical endurance to be able to complete the assigned responsibilities.Excellent organizational, time management, and project management skills.Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.Ability to work collaboratively in a positive and supportive manner with a variety of stakeholders, including school & church leadership, staff, donors, and the community.Proficiency in fundraising software and Microsoft Office Suite.Must have experience working in all social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedInMust have good verbal and written communication skills, with proper command of the English language.Must be able to work well independently, manage time well, and handle multiple tasks.Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; Master’s degree preferred.Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit management, preferably in a K-12 or Christian education environment.Proven track record of successful fundraising, donor cultivation, and team leadership.Experience in major gift fundraising, capital campaigns, and grant writing is highly desirable.First Aid/CPR Certification.TB clearance with the last four years.Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance.Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986: An Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) will be required along with the supporting documents listed on the I-9 form.Personal & Spiritual Leadership QualificationsIntegrate UCA’s mission and core values into all development and donor relations activities.Displays a personal decorum that models professionalism, modesty, and good tasteModels Christian virtues in attitude, speech, and actionExhibits the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22, 23)Models and cultivates habits of prayer, faith, and encouragement in self and mits and contributes to a local church.Demonstrate continual growth in biblical knowledge and spiritual maturity.Develops and maintains rapport with students, parents, and colleagues to promote a positive school atmosphere.Possesses a solid and growing knowledge of the Scripture and ChristianityEnsure that all development efforts align with UCA’s missin and contribute to the spiritual and educational growth of students.Maintains a lifestyle that promotes health and endurance necessary for the position.Maintains good attendance.Fundraising ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to support the school’s annual operating budget, capital projects, endowment, and special initiatives.Lead and oversee fundraising campaigns, including annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, and capital campaigns.Work closely with the Superintendent and the executive team to set and achieve fundraising goals.Support the process by which the school increases public understanding of its mission and to accomplish its goals.Work with admissions department to develop and cultivate engagement strategies to foster relationships between UCA and new families.Establish a process through which families are guided and nurtured from their first experience as prospective families to becoming a thriving and supportive part UCA.Support all Eagle Vision Annual Fund/Gala efforts.Work with school leadership to determine Eagle Vision goal(s) for the yearWork with Superintendent and Major Gifts Officer on strategyRecruit an Eagle Vision planning committee to assist with planning effortsCoordinate all event details and program logistics for Eagle Vision Annual GalaCreate messaging for all promotional material (i.e. save the dates, invitations, event program, graphics, screen slides, etc.)Develop a quality program consisting of student and alumni testimonials, engaging videos, and student performancesOversee all event elements (i.e. catering details, event décor, sound/lighting needs)Manage Eagle Vision follow up processDonor Relations & StewardshipCultivate and maintain strong, positive relationships with major donaors, alumni, parents, local businesses, and church communities.Create and implement a donor stewardship program to ensure that donors feel valued and informed about the impact of their gifts.Manage a portfolio of key donor relationships, ensuring regular communication, recognition, and meaningful engagement.Maintain an active database of donors and donations and send correspondence as needed:Quartely NewsletterDonation Thank You LettersEagle Vision LettersChristmas LettersEnd of Year Giving StatementsOther Appeal Letters, as neededCommunications And Events ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and oversee community events, workshops, and forums to encourage active participation and dialogue between UCA and our community of stakeholders.Establish and maintain partnerships with local businesses, non-profits, educational institutions, and other organizations to collaborate on school initiatives.Execute a comprehensive communications plan.Manage key messaging for entire school community.Proof and/or edit all external facing content and publications.Run inquiry reports and analyze tracking data to inform marketing strategies.Determine messaging for advertising campaigns including, but not limited to:Postcard mailingsRadio spotsNewspaper and magazine advertisementsCommunity billboards or mall advertisementsLocal sports arena advertising (i.e. Quakes, Ontario Reign)Search engine marketing and optimizationMaintain an active and robust school presence in social media.Gather and create content for social media sites including photos, stories, announcements, and school accomplishmentsPost regularly on school’s Facebook, Instagram, and alumni Facebook pageHelp facilitate major fundraising events. This may include, but is not limited to Jog-A-Thon, annual Golf Tournament, etc.Oversee and manage the development budget, ensuring resources are used efficiently to achieve strategic objectives.Advocate for community interests within the organization, providing insights and recommendations to senior management on policy and program development.Collaborate and support other departments for special projects and events.Manage campaign communication strategiesAssist with planning and logistics of special events, as appropriate.Special projects and events may include, but are not limited to:Discover UC Academy EventsNew Parent OrientationHomecoming EventsGraduation & BaccalaureateSchool level and misc. events – i.e. Muffins with mom, Mascot Birthday, community socials, staff get-togethers, etc.Update the school’s website content and messaging as needed.Design and execute surveys and other feedback mechanisms to gauge community needs, perceptions, and satisfaction levels with the school’s efforts.This job description is meant to cover the key requirements of the job duties. Other activities, duties or responsibilities may be required of the employee, and these may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.Physical DemandsSitting (20%); Standing/Walking (40%), lifting (15%), climbing (5%), bending (10%), squatting (10%). Must be able to lift 20-45 pounds.Work EnvironmentWork environment includes indoor and outdoor environments and office, field and gym settings. Floating desk assignment and/or shared office space may be required, moderate to high noise levels commensurate to athletic events and settings.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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