Director of Development

Citadel Christian School is a classical, Christian educational institution dedicated to nurturing the intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth of its students. With a vision to inspire students to learn and make a difference in the world for Christ, the school emphasizes a biblical worldview and equips students to contribute positively to their families, communities, and society. Citadel’s small class sizes, supportive faculty, and focus on character development help cultivate a love for learning, fostering academic excellence and curiosity.

The school provides a nurturing and encouraging environment where students can thrive and reach their full potential.

This is a full-time hybrid role based in Brenham, TX, with some flexibility for remote work. As the Director of Development, you will lead and implement the school’s fundraising and development initiatives, strategically managing the annual giving campaign, planned giving, and other philanthropic efforts. You will collaborate with school leadership to achieve financial goals, engage with donors, and develop long-term partnerships.

Responsibilities also include managing fundraising events, preparing budgets related to development activities, and reporting on fundraising outcomes to stakeholders.

• Strong skills in Planned Giving and Annual Giving to execute impactful donor-focused strategies.
• Demonstrated experience in Fundraising and Philanthropy, with the ability to build long-term donor relationships.
• Proficiency in Budgeting to plan and manage financial aspects of development initiatives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Proven leadership abilities with a strategic mindset and collaborative approach.
• Knowledge of nonprofit development best practices and familiarity with CRM or donor management systems is a plus.