Development Associate

St. Raymond Academy for Girls, esteemed all-girls Catholic High School located in the Castle Hill section of Bronx, NY is seeking a dynamic Development Associate. Since 1960, The Academy has been dedicated to providing young women with an education that fosters academic excellence, personal creativity, and spiritual growth.

Mission Statement - St Raymond Academy for Girls, a Catholic high school, whose diverse and supportive community, inspired by the teaching of Jesus, empowers young women to strive for excellence and reach their potential as strong leaders in a dynamic society.

Summary Description - Reporting to the school principal, to design and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy for St. Raymond Academy.

Responsibilities:

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Collaborate with the Administration to design and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy for the Academy.
• Develop and distribute compelling marketing materials and fundraising literature to engage former donors and attract potential new donors.
• Cultivate relationships with individuals and organizations to secure, nurture, and expand fundraising support.
• Plan alumni events- example class reunions
• Intra-office mailing of information, thank you letters, correspondence to alumni and donors.
• Perform routine office functions, including mail for distribution, copying, file, answering and making phone calls and use of Raiser's Edge
• Assist with school events, engage with the parent association
• Assist with website updates as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Solid working knowledge of Raiser's Edge, Word, Excel, as well as social media platforms
• Must have the ability to work in a school environment; must be able to work with students on projects and at events

Pay: $50,000-$55,000

Benefits: paid time off, health benefits, retirement plan

HYBRID- 3 days in school-2 days from home