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Benefits offered by this job
Health insurance
Dental benefits
Retirement match (up to 8%)
Professional development opportunities
PHS tuition remission
Free lunch
Job summary
An independent school in Kansas City is seeking a passionate Director of Development. This role involves meeting fundraising goals by cultivating significant gifts and leading a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have extensive fundraising experience and a strong background in donor engagement. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including healthcare, retirement match, and tuition remission. Join us in shaping the future of our school community through impactful fundraising efforts.
Qualifications
6 years of progressive fundraising experience, including 3 years of successful major gift fundraising.
Proven ability that indicates individual major gifts solicitation success.
Occasional weekend and evening work, occasional travel.
Responsibilities
Meet fundraising goals by cultivating and soliciting gifts.
Collaborate with school leadership and volunteers.
Lead and supervise the development team.
Skills
Fundraising strategy
Collaboration skills
Supervisory experience
Communication skills
Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Tools
CRM donor-management system
Job description
An independent school in Kansas City is seeking a passionate Director of Development. This role involves meeting fundraising goals by cultivating significant gifts and leading a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have extensive fundraising experience and a strong background in donor engagement. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including healthcare, retirement match, and tuition remission. Join us in shaping the future of our school community through impactful fundraising efforts.