The Campus Ministries of Howard University and George Washington University are hiring a Director of Mission Advancement.
This is a full-time role with excellent benefits; the salary is $80,000.
This position is a combined role with both development and administrative responsibilities. The Director of Mission Advancement is responsible for promoting the mission and vision of the Newman Center at The George Washington University and Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center at Howard University (the “Centers”) and engaging the community at large, including alumni, staff, faculty, parishes, families, and other stakeholders. This includes maintaining administrative oversight of financial support from donors.
The Director’s primary task is to maintain and increase the current donor base and implement fundraising practices that support the mission of the Centers. Responsibilities include finding, meeting, and following up with donors and alumni through one-on-one engagements or events that support the development plan. Student leaders who are part of the Student Finance Committee of GW Catholics and the Student Executive Board at Howard work directly with the Director on events and activities that promote the Centers and fundraising.
Principal Expectations
Practicing Roman Catholic in good standingThorough knowledge and understanding of the teachings of the Catholic Church and its traditionsHave an understanding and appreciation of the Black Catholic communityMaintains a personal prayer lifeAble to develop and implement programming that meets fundraising needs consistent with the mission of the CentersAble to find, meet, and follow up with supportersParticipate in weekly meetings with the Chaplain, Campus Ministers, and other development team membersResponsibilities
Raise awareness and support for the ongoing needs, mission, and vision of the CentersAssist the Chaplain in planning the financial vision of the CentersCreate and maintain donor databases: tracking donations, updating information, etc.Utilize data entry and analysis skills (or willingness to learn)Generate and implement regular communications (hard copy, digital, social media) per development goalsPrepare and distribute personalized donor letters, emails, and other communications using mail merge or similar toolsPlan and carry out donor events that support the mission and community of the CentersMeet with potential donors to invite them to partner with the CentersDevelop and build relationships with alumni of GW and Howard with local and affiliated parishesFollow up with current donors to maintain sustainability and relationshipsWork with the Student Finance Committee of GW Catholics and Executive Board at Howard on promotion and fundraisingSeek opportunities to learn more about best practices in developmentQualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree requiredMaster’s degree/certification in administration, development, fundraising, or related fields strongly preferredKnowledge, Skills and Experience
Reliable, organized, and an effective time managerMaintain discretion in confidential mattersWork effectively as a team member; communicate clearly with co-workers and othersPersonable and knowledgeable about the CentersComfortable using computers, internet, and various application systemsExperience in Excel, Word, and mail merge processesExperience in finance software (Parish Soft preferred or similar) or willingness to learnExperience in donor database software (Flocknote Fundit preferred, or similar) or willingness to learnFamiliar with social networking toolsProject a kind and welcoming atmosphere, have a friendly and engaging personality to callers and donors, and provide warm hospitality to visitorsWork Experience
Two years of related administrative experience, or a combination of education, training, and experienceTwo years of fundraising experience preferred, or equivalent in practice Read Less