EMPLOYMENT
Executive Director of Institutional Advancement
The Executive Director of Institutional Advancement is a full-time position responsible for developing a culture of philanthropy among the Notre Dame Academy community and providing strategic oversight to the Development, Alumnae, and Enrollment Departments. The position ensures alignment across all external relations to promote Notre Dame Academy’s mission, grow philanthropic support, and strengthen enrollment.
Areas of responsibility include:
- Serve as a mission-driven ambassador, representing and communicating the values, vision, and programs of Notre Dame Academy to internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop and implement a data-informed plan to build relationships with families and engage them in NDA’s mission from the first point of contact through the donor life cycle.
- Proactively identify and cultivate key individual stakeholders to advance the mission of NDA.
- Serve as the chief development officer for NDA by maintaining an active portfolio of constituents.
- Lead comprehensive development strategy, including the Annual Fund, Planned Giving, Corporate Sponsorships, Endowments, and Scholarships.
- Collaborate with the President and Chief Communications Officer to align Advancement, Enrollment, and Marketing goals with the broader mission of the school.
- Oversee and direct the ongoing identification, screening, evaluation, and solicitation of prospective donors.
- Provide oversight for key development events, working with the Advancement Services Manager to plan and execute key events such as Light the Night, Scholarship Breakfast, and donor recognition events.
- Provide strategic direction to development, alumnae, and enrollment departments.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher – professional certifications in fundraising or development a plus.
- Minimum of five years of experience in advancement and fundraising. Education experience preferred.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and budgets.
- Availability to travel and participate in evening/weekend events.
- A genuine passion for the school’s mission and a strong belief in the value of education.
Related Knowledge/Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- A collaborative and team-oriented approach.
- A commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards in fundraising practices and adherence to relevant fundraising regulations and guidelines.
- Passion for data as an enabler to development and enrollment – including experience with CRM databases and ability to turn data into strategy.
- Proficiency in donor and/or admissions databases, CRM systems, and Google Suite.
- Creative problem-solver with an eye for detail and results-driven mindset.
This position reports to the President of Notre Dame Academy. Notre Dame Academy is a Catholic, all-girls high school sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame with a rich tradition of faith, excellence and community. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Ms. Lauren Hitron at ndahr@ndapandas.org.
EMPLOYMENT
Director of Enrollment
The Director of Enrollment is a full-time position within the Institutional Advancement Department responsible for managing all aspects of NDA’s recruitment and enrollment process. The Director of Enrollment works with others at NDA to promote the mission and vision of Notre Dame Academy to prospective families and the broader community ensuring the school’s growth and stability.
The Director of Enrollment areas of responsibility include:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive, data-informed, strategic Enrollment Management Plan to engage resources that supports and furthers the mission of NDA.
- Build strong relationships and maintain communication with in-district and out-of-district elementary schools as well as the community.
- Create and maintain a recruitment database from first point of inquiry through enrollment.
- Meet with families to provide information and school tours.
- Strive to cultivate a diverse student population.
- Provide information to prospective families through direct contact, email, and/or direct mail.
- Manage Shadow Day Experiences
- Organize and participate in all current and future admissions events.
- Organize and supervise Placement Testing for eighth grade candidates.
- Work with the President, Principal, CFO and the Advancement Department in determining scholarship winners.
- Supervise application and registration processes.
- Organize & Supervise Incoming freshman and Future Panda events
- Work with application and registration of transfer students.
- Consult with the President, Principal and Academic Counselors in the final admissions decision.
- Continually evaluate and redesign, when appropriate, all aspects of the admissions plan with the goal of maintaining of viable and qualified students.
- Coordinate scholarship and grant applications for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Assume responsibility for this section of the website.
- Collaborate with Chief Communications Officer on the development of promotional and printed materials, the admissions section of the website, and application forms.
- Maintaining and updating the Admissions Department section of website.
- Maintaining and updating online application form.
- Collaborate with Finance Department on the fair and equitable distribution of scholarships and financial aid.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
This position reports to: Executive Director of Institutional Advancement
Supporting staff: Enrollment Coordinator
Position requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Experience in admissions, enrollment management or related fields.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- A passion for data management and analysis.
- Experience in Excel, and/or CRM databases.
- A commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated on enrollment management best practices and industry trends.
- Some weekend and weeknight work required.
Notre Dame Academy is a Catholic, all-girls high school sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame with a rich tradition of faith, excellence and community. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Ms. Lauren Hitron at ndahr@ndapandas.org.
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