Development Associate

St. Martin’s Episcopal School in Metairie, LA seeks a Development Associate to begin immediately. The mission of St. Martin’s Episcopal School is to prepare students to thrive in college and in life through faith, scholarship, and service. Founded in 1947, St. Martin’s is a co‑educational independent day school. The school seeks growth‑minded, highly motivated, and collaborative faculty and staff who will continue to foster the school’s growth and focus on the development of each student’s full potential.

The Development Associate is a professional fund‑raising position reporting to the Director of Institutional Advancement.

• Support the department's Comprehensive Fundraising Plan:
  Working with the Director of Institutional Advancement, the primary responsibility of a Development Associate is to help implement the comprehensive fundraising plan, with a specific focus on the annual fund (for all constituencies) and special events. This involves identifying and cultivating all prospective donors in various constituency groups.
• Work with the Saints Community Organization (SCO):
  Plan and execute special events that engage donors and raise funds for the organization. The two key events tin’s are the fall Golf Tournament and the Spring Gala. The Development Associate must work closely with the Director of Institutional Advancement, Head of School and Board of Directors to develop fundraising goals and strategies that align with the school’s mission and values.
• Collaborate with the Communications and Alumni Teams:
  The Development Associate must work closely with the Communications team and Alumni team to develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials. This involves developing a compelling message that resonates with potential donors, creating donor recognition programs, and crafting targeted appeals that drive donations.
• Work as needed with the Board of Directors and Head of School:
  The Development Associate must collaborate closely with the Advancement Committee to develop fundraising strategies and goals that align with the school’s mission and values. This may involve presenting fundraising plans and performance metrics to the Board of Directors and working with the Head of School to ensure that fundraising activities are aligned with the organization’s overall strategic plan.
• Monitor and Analyze Fundraising Data:
  The Development Associate is responsible for monitoring and analyzing fundraising data to understand history, trends, opportunities, and then evaluating performance and adjusting strategies as needed. This involves tracking donor engagement and retention rates, analyzing revenue streams, and making data-driven decisions that help the school achieve its fundraising goals.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nonprofit Management or Related Field. A Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or a related field is typically required for the role of Development Associate.
• Minimum of 5 Years Experience in Nonprofit Fundraising. A minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising is required, including experience in major gifts, specific campaigns (e.g., Annual Fund, capital projects), corporate and foundation giving, and special events.
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for the Development Associate, as they must craft compelling donor communications and marketing materials.
• Strong Leadership and Management Skills. Experience managing a team of volunteers and fundraising professionals, setting goals, motivating team members, and recognizing results.
• Demonstrated Ability to Work Collaboratively. Ability to build relationships and work effectively with diverse groups of people.
• Experience with Fundraising Software and Donor Databases. Proficiency with popular fundraising software such as Donor Perfect and experience with donor databases and online fundraising platforms.
• Deep Commitment to the School's Mission and Values. A strong sense of personal integrity and ethical conduct, with a belief in and passion for the school’s purpose.
• Strategic Thinking…