Development Coordinator

Development Coordinator - Part-time

Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences, an expeditionary learning school, is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and collaborative development professional to work part-time with our school and community.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in assisting with donor relations, research, and administrative tasks, contributing to the success of our fundraising efforts and the sustainability of our school. Successful staff members of our school, whether they be teachers or administrators, understand the developmental needs of children (ages 3-14), using their knowledge to promote the school's character traits of compassion, courage, respect, trust, honesty and stewardship. Energy, compassion, social-emotional intelligence, and humor will be key traits to accomplish this job.

Our Development Coordinator will play a pivotal role in supporting the Executive Director and the Board of Directors in securing financial resources necessary to sustain and advance our mission and vision. The Development Coordinator will assist in implementing a comprehensive and bold fundraising strategy and plan, cultivate meaningful relationships with donors, and help ensure that fundraising activities are aligned with the school’s culture and core values. Our school is committed to the principles and practice of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, with a fundraising plan rooted in Community-Centric Fundraising (CCF).

About Our School

Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences is committed to educational excellence, seeking to develop students who are recognized for superb academic performance and for their ability to work creatively with others to recognize and solve problems. Arts & Sciences students are compassionate, creative, and contributing members of the local community who exemplify the EL Education ideal of citizen scholars.

Our teaching community is diverse in their tenure with the school; many have been here for many years, while others have recently joined Arts & Sciences. All teachers are committed to helping every student pursue their passion while honoring everyone's learning style. Our interdisciplinary learning expeditions, professional development and collaboration as a team, make learning a joyful and powerful experience at Arts & Sciences.

Qualifications and Attributes

Strong relationship-building skills and ability to connect with diverse individuals.

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to serve as a thought partner for the Executive Director and Board of Directors.

Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace, with ability to learn and use fundraising software (Blackbaud etapestry) and communications tools MailChimp and MySchool

Experience researching, tracking, and compiling data.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Passion for education and commitment to the mission of our school.

Experience in successful fundraising, preferably in a private school setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Data Management:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in the etapestry system.

Assist with data entry and analysis for fundraising campaigns and activities.

Prepare reports and presentations for the fundraising committee and school leadership.

Analyze fundraising data and make informed recommendations for improvement.

Donor Relations:

Support the development team with cultivation activities, including contacting potential donors and scheduling meetings

Assist with drafting and sending personalized thank-you letters and acknowledgements.

Track donor engagement and communication.

Help create and execute communication plans to engage alumni, parents, and other members of our community.

Help organize events to connect donors with the school and its mission.

Research and Support:

Compile and organize research materials on potential donors and funding opportunities.

Assist with proposal preparation, grant writing, and reporting.

Conduct administrative tasks related to fundraising events and campaigns.

Other Duties:

Coordinate and attend fundraising committee meetings, participate in brainstorming sessions, and take detailed meeting notes

Maintain a professional and organized workspace.

Provide excellent customer service to all community members.

Stay current on trends and best practices in fundraising.

Pay Rate and Salary

This (contractor/staff) position is 10-15 hours per week and will be paid in the range of $40-$60/hour, depending on experience. There is potential for the role to become a permanent position.

Work can be done remotely with availability 1-3x a week for meetings at the school or in Santa Fe.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three references by September 20, 2024 to:

work@santafeschool.org.

Please make the subject line in your email Development Coordinator.

To find out more information regarding Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences, please visit our website at www.santafeschool.org

Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences places a high value on creating a diverse faculty and staff that reflects the cultural richness of our state, our country, and our world. The school is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions, including those related to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and recognition of individuals on the basis of their ability and job-related qualifications and without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable federal, state, or local law. Diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students is actively sought. The school complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application/interview process are requested to contact the school in order to arrange such accommodation.