General Duties: The Advancement Director provides strategic leadership for Lakewood Park Christian School's fundraising, donor relations, community engagement, and alumni relations efforts. This position is responsible for cultivating relationships and securing resources that advance the mission, vision, and long-term sustainability of the school.
Working closely with the Head of School, leadership team, and the Board, this individual develops and implements advancement strategies that strengthen philanthropic support, increase community engagement, and enhance awareness of Lakewood’s mission and impact.
Areas of Responsibility
Fundraising & Development
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Develop and implement annual advancement initiatives and fundraising strategies
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Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with donors, alumni, churches, businesses, and community partners
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Support annual giving, major gifts, special campaigns, grants, and fundraising events
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Maintain donor records and oversee donor recognition and stewardship efforts
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Monitor and report advancement goals and fundraising outcomes
Community & Alumni Engagement
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Develop opportunities for alumni involvement and engagement
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Represent the school at community events and partnership opportunities
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Foster a culture of generosity and support for the school's mission
Marketing & Communications Collaboration
- Collaborate with the Director of Admissions & Marketing to align advancement initiatives with the school's branding, communications, and community engagement strategies
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Assist in developing donor communications, advancement publications, fundraising campaigns, and impact stories
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Support efforts that increase awareness and engagement among donors, alumni, and community partners
Strategic Leadership
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Partner with the Head of School and the School Board to advance the school's strategic priorities
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Develop annual advancement goals, budgets, and action plans
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Provide regular reports on advancement activities and fundraising progress
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Additional duties as assigned by the Head of School
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Three years of experience in fundraising, development, marketing, communications, community engagement, or a related field preferred
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, Education, or a related field preferred
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Christian education experience preferred
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
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Evidence of strong organizational skills and ability to complete tasks in timely manner
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Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
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Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)
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Shows evidence of a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ
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Attends a church with a doctrinal statement in alignment with Lakewood Park
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Understands and protects the confidential nature of the information entrusted to him/her
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Values lifelong learning and has a teachable spirit
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Works well both independently and in a team environment
The Advancement Director is supervised and evaluated by the Head of School.
This full-time, exempt, year-round position, works 40 hours per week.
