Development Manager

Position Summary:
The Development Manager is a task and relationally oriented role that assists the Director of Development in carrying out the fundraising efforts of Providence. The position requires someone who is proactive, forward-thinking, a good communicator, and detail-oriented. The ideal candidate demonstrates a heart for the Lord, love for the School’s mission, and care for the constituent groups that make up the Providence community.

Work Hours: 32-40 hours/week during the school year; less in the summer

Personal Qualities:
• A deep and abiding faith in Christ, demonstrated in a daily habit of prayer and time in Scripture
• A servant’s heart and can-do attitude
• Resourceful and quick to learn new skills
• Friendly and hospitable
• Attentive to detail and highly organized
• Good planning skills and anticipating needs in advance
• Hard worker and responsibility-oriented
• Wise and discerning
• Confidentially and discretion

Education, Skills, and Experience:
• Degree in finance, accounting, marketing or communications preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Understanding of the development office
• An articulate writer with excellent grammar and skilled in oral communication
• Facility with systems and database software
• Enjoys working with numbers and charts
• Connection with Providence is a plus

Essential Functions:
• Manage database and pull lists and reports as needed
• Maintain lists of donors, enter gifts, and generate thank you notes
• Work with volunteers on annual fund and school events, including alumni events
• Create plans and daily action items based on goals established by the leadership team
• Help plan and execute events throughout the year