Compensation
Financial and Benefits
Competitive pay scale and benefits compensation commensurate with experience.
Professional development including staff development, conferences, specialized training and education
Tuition remittance for teacher’s children enrolled at Escuela de Guadalupe ($1,000 annual tuition)
Medical and Dental benefits
Retirement plan – 403b company match (once plan requirements have been met)
Preferred Education:
Some College
Escuela de Guadalupe
660 Julian St.
Denver, CO 80204
(303) 964-8456
Annual Giving and Events Manager (English)
Position dates: July-June
Position type: Full Time
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Caroline Orr
Contact: Caroline_Orr@escuelaguadalupe.org
Who We Are
Escuela de Guadalupe is an innovative Catholic, dual-language PK-8 school in Denver, CO. It has been recognized locally and nationally for its academic excellence and for being financially accessible to all families.
Mission Statement
We provide an academically excellent, Catholic education in English and Spanish to cultivate the next generation of community leaders.
Job Description
Working at Escuela de Guadalupe includes many different responsibilities to make a small, financially accessible school run effectively. As a close-knit community, we all pitch in to make this a great place to work and learn. Therefore, this description is not intended to be all- inclusive. Specific areas of responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Responsibilities
This role serves as an external facing position that supports the philanthropy and admissions teams
This role also includes managing all alumni relations programming.
Philanthropy Support
Assist with overall development effort, including and especially development of the school’s annual fund program, the student sponsorship program, and alumni relations
Communication with Donors/Prospects/Alumni
Build and steward relationships with philanthropic partners by managing:
One-on-one touchpoints
Student sponsorship program
Direct mail
CO Gives Day
Alumni Newsletters
Align development news with marketing initiatives to have regular consistent communication with partners/alumni.
Assist with storytelling and sharing of the mission
Support Director of Philanthropy for special giving projects, i.e. Girls on the Run, Teacher Appreciation email campaign
Assist with database maintenance
Provide administrative support for the Philanthropy team
Special Events
For all philanthropy, admissions and alumni events responsibilities include: vendor relations, contract negotiations, budgeting, timelines, logistics, materials, volunteers, planning and leading monthly committee meetings, and working with all parties day-of to ensure a smooth and successful event
Manage 3 annual philanthropy events—Salud gala, One Child At A Time breakfast event, Golf Tournament— including sponsorships, committee recruitment and meetings
Additionally support the Escuela 101 events held monthly at the school.
Support admissions events – Open House, school fairs and showcases, community outreach and speaking engagements
Have an understanding of the program and admissions process to engage with potential families and answer questions
Alumni relations & young professional – networking happy hours, partnership opportunities (i.e. workout classes, brewery tasting)
Organize and manage students to attend ACE events on behalf of Escuela
Coordinate post-event follow up for all events
Volunteer Program
Coordinate volunteer program throughout the school including: recruiting, teacher placements, trainings, background checks, orientation.
Organize volunteer luncheon/breakfast appreciation.
Manage relationships with High School partners and student volunteer hours/opportunities.
Expectations
Drive for results by meeting or exceeding fundraising goals
Support the cultural, spiritual and academic goals of the school by modeling compassion, love and care for the children at all times.
Contribute to an environment of enthusiasm and dedication.
Value the integrity of both Spanish and English as tools for reasoning, problem-solving, communication and intellect. Model a respect for cultural and linguistic diversity
Truly believe that every child, without exception, can excel.
Gifted with relationships and excited to engage with different kinds of people.
Hardworking, a positive attitude and high energy
Ability to effectively manage both the big picture, and small details.
Loyal and supportive of Escuela’s mission, vision and values.
Compensation
Financial and Benefits
Competitive pay scale and benefits compensation commensurate with experience.
Professional development including staff development, conferences, specialized training and education
Tuition remittance for teacher’s children enrolled at Escuela de Guadalupe ($1,000 annual tuition)
Medical and Dental benefits
Retirement plan – 403b company match (once plan requirements have been met)
Work Environment and Community
Small staff and tight knit community
Direct contact with supervisors and families regularly
Community that respects both English and Spanish and the different levels of proficiency each employee, family member, or student may have
Opportunity for adults to enhance their own second language skills within a dual language environment
Environment in which one can live and continue to enhance their faith
Bachelor’s degree in communications, event management or related field OR 3 years of professional experience
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Excellent language skills: English
Experience with a range of computer applications including: electronic communications programs including websites and social media, MS Office Suite, donor-database software, Adobe, as well as Google email, documents, and drive applications.
Reliable, strong work ethic and able to work independently
Ability to be a creative thinker, energetic and demonstrate enthusiasm and leadership
Ability to write concisely, compile and/or edit materials
Skills in collaboration and teamwork
The ability to be flexible and adaptable
Able to adapt to the work environment and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Entrepreneurial with a self-led attitude
Successful completion of CBI and FBI background check.
Open to working in a Catholic Environment and respecting the Catholic faith
Preferred Qualifications:
Highly proficient computer skills including Adobe Suite, MS Word, Excel, Canva and PowerPoint.
Expert knowledge of general office procedures, protocol and professionalism; expert knowledge of Business English, spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, manage time efficiently and meet deadlines.
Proven ability to work in a team environment, develop effective interpersonal relationships, provide superior customer service, and communicate verbally and in writing.
Competent data entry skills with ability to input information accurately; prepare and maintain detailed records, files, and reports on an ongoing basis
Skills and Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, event management or related field OR 3 years of professional experience
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Excellent language skills: English
Experience with a range of computer applications including: electronic communications programs including websites and social media, MS Office Suite, donor-database software, Adobe, as well as Google email, documents, and drive applications.
Reliable, strong work ethic and able to work independently
Ability to be a creative thinker, energetic and demonstrate enthusiasm and leadership
Ability to write concisely, compile and/or edit materials
Skills in collaboration and teamwork
The ability to be flexible and adaptable
Able to adapt to the work environment and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Entrepreneurial with a self-led attitude
Successful completion of CBI and FBI background check.
Open to working in a Catholic Environment and respecting the Catholic faith
Preferred Qualifications:
Highly proficient computer skills including Adobe Suite, MS Word, Excel, Canva and PowerPoint.
Expert knowledge of general office procedures, protocol and professionalism; expert knowledge of Business English, spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, manage time efficiently and meet deadlines.
Proven ability to work in a team environment, develop effective interpersonal relationships, provide superior customer service, and communicate verbally and in writing.
Competent data entry skills with ability to input information accurately; prepare and maintain detailed records, files, and reports on an ongoing basis
