Cristo Rey Columbus High School Development Director

Development Director - Cristo Rey Columbus High School Who We Are.   Cristo Rey Columbus High School will be located in Columbus, Ohio and will be part of the Cristo Rey Network.  Like all Cristo Rey schools, it will be a high level, Catholic, college preparatory high school for economically challenged students of all faiths.  It will be co-ed and will be situated very near downtown Columbus.  Cristo Rey Columbus High School has a targeted opening date of 2013.  We are working to raise the initial capitalization necessary to operate the school in the opening years.  Upon accomplishing that goal, we will embark on a longer term capital campaign for building enhancements and expansion.   Who We Are Looking For. We are seeking someone first and foremost who is passionate about the Cristo Rey mission.  They must be a highly motivated professional preferably with hands-on major gifts (five to seven figures), grant writing, annual fund and capital fundraising experience.  The ideal candidate must have at least a bachelor's degree.  Experience in or with a Catholic high school setting is a plus.  Knowledge of (or the ability to quickly gain a working knowledge of) the Columbus philanthropic market is essential.  The Director of Development must have the management experience and a broad range of skills necessary to take charge of building and then directing the school's development/advancement department.  Experience with Blackbaud software (including Raisers Edge) is preferred.  Being a team player and having strong interpersonal and communications skills is a must. If you have the requested background and a passion for the mission of this school, we invite you to apply.  We request a cover letter explaining why you feel that you are a match for this unique opportunity to be instrumental in the birth of a new Cristo Rey school.  Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to F. James Foley at JimF@cristoreycolumbus.org by December 24, 2011. Job Summary. The Director of Development is the chief development/advancement officer of Cristo Rey Columbus High School.  Working with the President, the Director is responsible for developing and implementing all giving strategies and programs.  The Director of Development will lead, implement, and coordinate all fundraising and related functions, as well as the day to day operations of the school's development office.  The Director is a key member of the school's Leadership Team.  The Director will collaborate with other departments and administrators within the school, work with the Board and/or its Advancement Committee, and organize volunteer activity.  The Director must be able to take on and to adapt to changing responsibilities over time.  The job demands creativity, hard work, and commitment to the mission.  The Director reports directly to the President.  This summary does not describe all job duties, and a full job description is available upon request.  This job will start in early 2012 (preferably January).

Date Posted: November 2011