Associate Director of Mission Advancement (SND)

Support the mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur by advancing the mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur through relationshipbuilding, donor engagement, and stewardship efforts that reflect our Catholic identity. We are seeking a passionate and skilled full-time Exempt Associate Director of Mission Advancement to join our team and will communicate with our donors and prospective
donors through telephone conversations, visits, events and meetings.  

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategize with the Director of Mission Advancement to determine measurable goals and
objectives.
1. Direct all phases of direct mail program.
2. Coordinate special events, including but not limited to the Cincinnati,
Chicago and Arizona area to ensure that fundraising events facilitate the
growth of the major gifts program.
3. Serve as a resource to the Director of Mission Advancement for planned
giving prospects and current members of the St. Julie Society.

CULTIVATION OF PROSPECTS AND DONORS
Manage a portfolio prospects, through active and ongoing outreach, engagement, and
direct contact using multiple methods, with the goal of conducting visits, to discover,
cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors
1. Identify and implement opportunities for donor recognition, stewardship,
and appreciation.
2. Coordinate with staff to conduct research to identify new prospects of high
net worth. New prospects could be identified through analysis of giving
history, introductions from others, and independent research and personal
visits.
3. Report on progress of the major gifts program throughout the year, including
but not limited to reports of number of visits made, and regular updates of
outcomes of major gift program activities.
4. Develop and sustain meaningful donor relationships, utilizing Raisers Edge
for moves management, tracking and maintaining donor files.

EVENT MANAGEMENT
Manage the planning and execution of events including the annual fundraising event, and
donor appreciation events

SPECIAL PROJECTS
1. Clean Water for Life Project - Maintain relationships with high level donors in
relation to clean water project and MND learning lab; work in conjunction
with Director of Mission Advancement and Learning Lab Committee to
enhance the message and create further collaborations with partners as it
relates to clean water in Africa, connecting the project to Ohio Province and
the Dorothy Stang Initiative.
2. Respond to requests related to external events and committees for
assistance in the development of the province as requested by the Provincial
Team.

CONGREGATIONAL UNDERSTANDING
Obtain a comprehensive understanding of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur priorities,
through leadership strategies and goals, to represent these needs both internally and
externally by engaging in activities including but limited to conducting meetings with
internal and external stakeholders.

WHY WORK FOR THE SISTERS OF NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR
• Meaningful work in a supportive, mission-driven environment
• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Employer paid Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Eleven (11) paid holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Bank
• Defined contribution retirement plan
• Annual Performance Reviews with cost-of-living consideration
• Training and growth opportunities
• Opportunity to make a difference in the daily lives of our residents
• Complimentary meal per shift

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Bachelor’s degree
2. Demonstrated successful fundraising track record with a minimum of two (2)
years of results driven-fundraising success
3. Demonstrated ability to adhere to the highest ethical standards,
demonstrate empathetic disposition and perseverance, and convey
sensitivity to the needs of donors
4. A thorough and demonstrated knowledge of the prospect identification,
cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship process with donors
5. Highly self-motivated and directed
6. Knowledge of deferred/planned giving approaches and techniques a plus.
7. Demonstrated outstanding analytical and evaluative skills, and excellent
communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, organizational, and
administrative skills
8. Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, as well as a
working knowledge of fundraising software
9. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team

ABOUT US
Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur is a nonprofit ministry committed to living out the Gospel
through service, compassion, and stewardship. Inspired by the values of our faith, we
dedicate ourselves to making know God’s goodness through educating for life. Our work is
more than a profession—it is a vocation. Each member of our team plays an important role
in advancing a mission that extends God’s goodness to all.

Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000
Email cover letter and résumé to Gina Huiet, Director of Mission Advancement at
ghuiet@ohsnd.org