Posted: 10/03/2021
The CISE Associate Director/Development (AD/D) serves two roles: 1. With the guidance of the CISE Director, is responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day operations for CISE such as overseeing office operations and administrative and accounting staff, and working closely with the Board and committee members, and 2. Managing and coordinating fundraising efforts for CISE, including direction and oversight of the annual CISE campaign while maintaining a good working relationship with CISE donors and volunteers to ensure retention and growth of CISE funding.
As Assistant Director, this person will supervise the work of the CISE staff as it relates to both office management and development efforts. The AD/DDR will provide direction and oversight for the CISE donor database, lead scheduling for Board and committee meetings, help to plan the meetings, prepare materials, maintain communications, and keep notes/minutes at meetings as necessary. This person will work closely with the Director, Board, and Finance Committee on the budget and budget management.
In the Development role, the AD/DDR will function as staff liaison to committees of the CISE Board that support CISE development efforts, particularly the Development Committee and, along with the CISE Director, the Steering Committee. This position recruits volunteers for the CISE campaign and other CISE events and activities. The AD/DDR has the ability to work with a variety of constituencies, including an influential and energetic Board, the business community, donors, school communities, volunteers, and parents. Grant researching and writing is an integral part of this position.
The AD/DDR will ensure all aspects of development align with the equity, mission, and goals of CISE.
Credentials & Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree preferred
- Five or more years of experience
- Good business and organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
- Familiarity with RE/NXT or ability/desire to learn
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders and donors
- Previous supervisory experience helpful
- Familiarity with Catholic schools
- Ability to manage a variety of diverse projects, activities, and people/staff toward a common goal