Director of Advancement & Marketing Position Available In Duval, Florida

THE WINKLER GROUP IS PROUD TO PARTNER WITH SAN JOSE EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL TO CONDUCT A SEARCH FOR A DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT & MARKETING. ROLE DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a Director of Advancement & Marketing with proven success in fundraising as well as in the direct solicitation of charitable gifts. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all fundraising and development activities, including annual giving, major gifts, and alumni relations. The Director will work closely with the Head of School, Board of Trustees, and key volunteers to cultivate and strengthen relationships with current and prospective donors, while also ensuring that SJEDS’s financial sustainability continues to grow in alignment with our mission and vision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Advancement & Marketing will provide leadership in the following areas: Collaborate with the Director of Finance and Operations to establish and execute a budget to support the school’s fundraising needs. Oversee all aspects of advancement including leading the annual giving campaign, guiding any capital campaigns, soliciting business partnerships, and developing opportunities to maximize constituent engagement. Plan and execute all aspects of any fundraising strategic special events such as the annual gala as well as several small schoolwide events in partnership with the Parent Association. Identify and implement a diverse and multifaceted fundraising program and cultivate giving across all constituencies and socioeconomic strata. Collaborate with the Director of Admission and the Marketing Assistant to create/produce online and print materials that expand and enhance the school’s visibility and reputation. Identify corporate funding opportunities and help draft grant applications. Review and oversee SJEDS’s gift acknowledgment, acceptance, and processing system. Nurture and maintain highly collaborative relationships with the school Executive Leadership Team, the Church Rector, the Parent Association Leadership Team, and the Development Committee of the Board of Trustees. Oversee the publication of the annual report, Share the Spirit, and the triannual Grand Connections magazine. Collaborate with the Advancement & Marketing Associate to manage: The school’s website Graphic development for online and print materials Videography and photography of events on campus Weekly and event-specific digital communication to constituents such as the Pawprint, the website, and e-blasts

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree with five or more years of experience managing fundraising and development initiatives-preferably in an independent school setting. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Master’s degree preferred. The physical part of this position varies a great deal and changes daily. Some days extensive time sitting at a desk may be required. Other days may require lifting, walking, stretching, and exposure to cold/heat. School policy requires that all employees successfully pass a criminal background check.

WE SEEK SOMEONE

WHO… Champions the SJEDS’s mission and core values. Has excellent writing, organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills. Participates in school life to support and serve the student body. Responds in a timely fashion with energy and empathy to the needs of students and families. Demonstrates empathy, patience, faith, and gratitude.

HOW TO APPLY

San Jose Episcopal Day School has engaged the Winkler Group to lead the search for our next Director of Advancement & Marketing. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to the Winkler Group at SanJoseDOD@winklergroup.com. Please include “SJEDS Director of Advancement” in the subject line. Do not contact the school directly. San Jose Episcopal Day School is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.