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Advancement Director

Advancement Director

Donum Dei Classical Academy • San Francisco, CA, United States
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Donum Dei Classical Academy founded in 2019 in San Francisco, equips students to become virtuous scholars and servant‑leaders who are known, loved, and formed through a rigorous classical and Christ‑centered education grounded in biblical truth. Rooted in the liberal arts tradition, we seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God.

School Information

Address : 1560 Treat Avenue, San Francisco CA 94116

Phone : (415) 874‑9631

School Hours : Monday‑Thursday, 8 : 00 a.m.–3 : 15 p.m. Friday 8 : 00 a.m.–1 : 30 p.m. Extended Care until 5 : 30p.m.

Position Information

Position Title : Advancement Director

Reports To :

Trisha Mammen, Principal

$80,000–$110,000

Working Schedule :

Monday‑Friday, 7 : 30 a.m.–4 : 30 p.m.

How This Role Fits into the Team

Each member of our team is essential to building a thriving culture that sees and calls out the image of God in our students and in one another. As we invite students to step into everything they are designed to be and do, our faculty and staff must also reflect and invest in our daily work of responding to God’s calling through an inner posture of discipline, diligence, and dedication. The Advancement Director is responsible for leading all development, communication, and marketing efforts to foster a culture of generosity and strengthen relationships with families, donors, and the community, thereby supporting school growth and engagement. This role is key to enhancing the school's reputation, increasing funding, and creating a vibrant school culture through strategic outreach and event coordination.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

Experience

  • Professional working experience in specified job areas.
  • Track record of meeting and exceeding ambitious goals in the public or private sectors.
  • Understanding of and / or ability to quickly learn the world of Christian classical education.

Faith & Conduct

  • Be devoted to the truth of the Gospel and to Jesus as Lord.
  • Serve as a minister of the Gospel.
  • Be in good standing with a Christian church, which includes weekly attendance and participation as an active worshipper.

    • Professional Development

  • Commitment to ongoing training and spiritual formation throughout the year.
  • Align with DDCA’s vision to seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God.

    • Administration

    Requirements

  • Be passionate about serving families and connecting them to our community as they navigate the journey of discernment, application, and enrollment.
  • Occasional weekend or evening work hours required.
  • Must be able to travel to engage with local donors.

    • Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee all advancement efforts, including development (fundraising), donor cultivation, communications, and marketing.
  • Build, manage, and guide the advancement team to ensure alignment with Donum Dei’s mission, values, and culture.
  • Promote a culture of generosity across the organization, among staff, families, and the broader community.
  • Collaborate with school leadership to create and implement a cohesive, strategic development plan.
  • Manage the Annual Fund and year‑end giving campaigns with strategic communications and donor engagement initiatives.
  • Track giving trends and provide actionable reports and insights to leadership.
  • Research and pursue new funding opportunities, including grants; assist with grant writing and submissions.

    • Donor Relations & Engagement

  • Develop and execute a multi‑year strategy to cultivate high‑potential donors and maximize revenue for the school.
  • Manage a portfolio of high‑potential donors, including cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation across multiple funding streams.
  • Build and maintain relationships with donors, parents, and key community connectors.
  • Schedule and host donor meetings to deepen engagement and support.
  • Implement and manage donor engagement plans, including personalized communications and timely follow‑ups.
  • Oversee acknowledgment and recognition processes, ensuring donors are appropriately thanked and recognized.
  • Maintain accurate donor profiles and giving records in the CRM.
  • Conduct donor research to identify and pursue new opportunities.
  • Plan, promote, and execute major fundraising events, including the Annual Gala and other initiatives.
  • Collaborate with the events team, Parent Teacher Fellowship, and volunteers to secure auction items and ensure seamless event logistics.
  • Support additional school events and service projects that foster family and community engagement.
  • Coordinate school‑wide initiatives such as Picture Day and manage relationships with vendors for uniforms, spirit wear, and other school needs.

    • Communications & Marketing

  • Oversee internal and external communications to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with school values.
  • Write and execute development‑related communications, including appeals, newsletters, invitations, and donor updates.
  • Provide quarterly fundraising updates to donors and stakeholders.
  • Partner with marketing and admissions to enhance enrollment materials, admissions communications, and continuous enrollment messaging.
  • Ensure all communications reflect Donum Dei’s brand and mission.

    • Leadership & Administrative Duties

  • Participate in Leadership Team meetings and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborate with school leadership to refine admissions strategies and enhance enrollment outcomes.
  • Support the school’s presence in the community and maintain a seamless, welcoming experience for families.

    • Employment Type & Compensation

    Employment Type

    Full Time Salaried

    Benefits and employee‑paid 401(k) provided

    Sick Pay

    Accrued up to 72 hours per school year. 1 hour for every 30 hours worked

    Compensation

    Annual salary paid bi monthly. Optional partial tuition credit available.

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