Director of Institutional Advancement

Director of Institutional Advancement

West Catholic Preparatory High School
4501 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139

Overview of High School

Founded in 1916, West Catholic Preparatory High School has enjoyed a rich history of preparing young people to be competitive in the college setting and the career world. The challenging academic curriculum, competitive athletics program and engaging activities complement each other to foster courage, character, and leadership.

West Catholic Preparatory High School Mission Statement
West Catholic Preparatory High School is a Catholic community of academic excellence in an urban environment that is open to an interdenominational population. The school’s rigorous spiritual, academic, technological, and co-curricular programs develop our ethnically and religiously diverse student body into young men and women of strong moral and ethical character. West Catholic prepares each student to face the challenges of everyday life in an ever- changing global society.

West Catholic Preparatory High School Belief Statement
At West Catholic Preparatory Catholic High, we believe our education...

• Inspires a life-long commitment to service, especially to those in need
• Is grounded in the Catholic message of gospel values.
• Is a ministry that participates in God’s saving work.
• Develops each person’s full potential-spiritually, intellectually, socially and physically.
• Promotes learning in a collaborative effort between home and school.
• Fosters mutual respect among students, teachers, administrators, and all members of the school community.
• Should be made available to all students regardless of ethnicity, religious affiliation, or socio-economic status.
• Encourages respect for and an understanding of our multicultural family.

Basic function and scope of the position:
The Director of Institutional Advancement will be responsible for the advancement of the school in the areas of development, alumni, and marketing/communications. The Director of Institutional Advancement will play a critical role in stewarding and expanding upon the extraordinary philanthropic support the school has received in recent years. In the past 6 years the school has raised more than $25 million including a historic gift of $6 million. The Director of Institutional Advancement oversees all fundraising activities relating to annual giving, EITC/OSTC, planned/major giving, special events and programs, donor relations/stewardship, alumni relations, constituent cultivation and other school related solicitations. Reporting to the President, the Director of Institutional Advancement is a key member of the President’s leadership team and ensures best practices are in place to effectively and efficiently advance the mission, values, and strategic goals of the school.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leading and managing all aspects of a comprehensive development program, including fundraising, marketing and communications, and constituent relations.
• With the support of the President, maintain a portfolio of major and planned giving donors to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward through the major gift process.
• Effectively manage, mentor, and support the Institutional Advancement team.
• Interact with administrators, department chairs, faculty, and advancement staff to consult on school needs; formulate proposal strategies and identify high-level donors.
• Maintain a proactive, creative leadership role in cultivating and stewarding top donors.
• With the support of the President, maintain a portfolio of businesses to discover, cultivate, solicit, and steward through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC) and the Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit Program (OSTC).
• Support and collaborate with board members and relevant board committees; assist in development and implementation of strategic planning.
• Implement a plan for communication with all constituencies. Coordinate Alumni communications including the Annual Report.
• Manage the departmental budget ensuring appropriate allocation and usage of resources

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor 's Degree in business, marketing, leadership, or other relevant field.
• Successful experience in development, fundraising, non-profit, marketing, or related field
• Proven ability to interact with high level donors, and potential donors
• Strong interpersonal skills and can effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students
• Strong organizational, project management, and technical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Willingness to travel, work nights and weekends and maintain a valid driver's license

This position is full-time, 12-month position

Interviews will be granted to the most qualified applicants.

PA required clearances and Safe Environment Certification and official transcripts will be required before employment can begin.

Applicants must provide a letter of recommendation from the pastor of the parish in which the applicant is registered.

Please forward a cover letter along and resume to: Mr. Andrew Brady, President – West Catholic Preparatory High School.

Application Deadline: May 17, 2022

PA required clearances and Safe Environment Certification and official transcripts will be required before employment can begin.

Applicants must provide a letter of recommendation from the pastor of the parish in which the applicant is registered.

Interviews will be granted to the most qualified applicants.

As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee’s failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions. In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual’s legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.

Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Office of Catholic Education at 215-587-3700.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to submit to background checks and clearances as required by local laws and regulations?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: One location