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In this role, you will help shape a growing advancement program by leading annual giving efforts, cultivating major donors, and helping launch the school's upcoming capital campaign for its permanent campus. You will have the opportunity to build relationships with people who care deeply about the mission of classical Christian education and to help them see how their generosity can make that mission possible. More than raising funds, this work is about inviting people into something meaningful, sharing the story of CLS, and building lasting partnerships. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Development Strategy & Fundraising As the primary advancement professional for Carmel Latin School, you will work closely with the Principal, Board of Directors, administrative leadership, and volunteers to develop and implement the school's advancement efforts. Develop and execute a comprehensive annual giving and major gifts program for individuals, corporations, foundations, and fundraising events. Create measurable fundraising goals and strategies that align with the school's long-term vision. Build and sustain meaningful relationships with donors, prospective supporters, alumni, grandparents, parents, and friends of CLS. Oversee annual giving efforts, including multiple annual appeals and donor stewardship initiatives. Develop and manage a comprehensive donor cultivation pipeline from identification and qualification through solicitation, stewardship, and long-term engagement. Research and cultivate prospective individual, corporate, and foundation supporters. Develop personalized cultivation strategies and funding proposals for major donor prospects. Identify corporate giving opportunities and manage proposal development, submissions, reporting, and stewardship. Research foundation funding opportunities, prepare letters of inquiry and grant proposals, manage submission timelines, reporting requirements, and renewal strategies. Promote all aspects of charitable giving, including Scholarship Granting Organizations where CLS is the beneficiary. Help lead the planning and implementation of CLS's upcoming Capital Campaign to support the construction of the school's permanent campus. Work closely with the Campaign Chair, Campaign Committee, Board of Directors, and school leadership to execute successful capital campaign strategies. Donor Engagement & Mission Advancement Become a compelling ambassador for Carmel Latin School and confidently communicate the school's mission, vision, and impact. Inspire philanthropic investment by sharing stories of student formation, academic excellence, faithful teachers, and the lasting influence of classical Christian education. Build authentic relationships with parents, grandparents, alumni, churches, foundations, businesses, and community partners. Develop engagement strategies that deepen long-term involvement with the CLS community. Partner with school leadership to identify meaningful opportunities for donor engagement and stewardship. Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to create compelling fundraising materials, campaign messaging, donor communications, and capital campaign collateral. Leadership & Organizational Development Attend Board of Directors meetings and provide regular development reports. Establish fundraising performance metrics and evaluate program effectiveness. Partner with the Director of Finance to ensure timely and accurate gift processing, donor records, pledge tracking, reporting and grants management. Recommend improvements to development systems, processes, and donor engagement strategies. Foster a culture of philanthropy throughout the school community by helping faculty, staff, board members, and volunteers understand and participate in advancement efforts. Qualifications Required A personal commitment to the mission, faith, and educational philosophy of Carmel Latin School. Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Three or more years of professional experience in development, advancement, fundraising, or a related field. Demonstrated success managing an annual giving program. Experience cultivating and soliciting major gifts from individual donors. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Experience with fundraising databases, donor management software, CRM systems, project management tools, and Microsoft Office. Proven ability to build meaningful relationships with individuals, businesses, foundations, and community organizations. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to work collaboratively across departments while also working independently. Passion for classical Christian education and the mission of Carmel Latin School. Preferred Five or more years of advancement leadership experience. Experience creating or expanding a successful major gifts program. Demonstrated success participating in or leading a capital campaign. Experience researching, writing, and securing grants from private foundations. Experience in independent schools, higher education, ministries, or nonprofit organizations. Desired Characteristics We're looking for someone who is: Passionate about helping others invest in a mission that matters. A gifted relationship builder who enjoys connecting people with opportunities to make a lasting impact. Highly organized, self-directed, and dependable. Strategic, collaborative, and goal-oriented. An excellent listener who can understand donors' interests and connect them with meaningful opportunities to support CLS. Comfortable engaging with school leadership, volunteers, board members, and major donors. Energized by building new systems, strengthening relationships, and creating long-term growth. Willing to serve wherever needed in support of the school's mission. Carmel Latin School is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, or national and ethnic origin.

Expected hours:

24.0 - 32.0 per week

Work Location:

In person