Job Description

Walker Memorial Academy seeks a committed and mission-oriented Development Director (Part-Time) to lead and grow the school’s advancement efforts. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who can initially dedicate 12–16 hours per week and help build a strong development foundation with the opportunity for the position to expand to full-time as fundraising capacity and results grow.The Development Director will focus on alumni engagement, grant writing, and donor development in support of Walker Memorial Academy’s mission as a Seventh-day Adventist educational institution.

Skills, Education, and Experience Required:

• Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, Business, Marketing, or a related field
  • Active member in good standing of the Seventh-day Adventist Church
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive and professional writing
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust-based relationships
  • High ethical standards and commitment to Christian education
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience in development, fundraising, nonprofit advancement, or grant writing
  • Experience working with schools, churches, or faith-based organizations
  • Familiarity with alumni engagement strategies
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively within a part-time schedule

Job Responsibilities:

• Fundraising & Donor Development
  • Design and implement a scalable fundraising strategy appropriate for a growing program
  • Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors, churches, foundations, and community partners
  • Assist with planning and execution of annual giving efforts and targeted fundraising campaigns
  • Maintain donor records and assist with reporting on fundraising outcomes
• Alumni Association Development
  • Establish and develop a formal Walker Memorial Academy Alumni Association
  • Create strategies to engage alumni through communication, outreach, and events
  • Encourage alumni involvement through mentorship, service, and financial support
• Grant Writing & Management
  • Research, identify, and pursue grant opportunities aligned with the school’s mission and priorities
  • Write and submit competitive grant proposals and required follow-up reports
  • Track grant deadlines and ensure compliance with reporting requirements
• Communications & Community Engagement
  • Collaborate with school leadership to develop compelling fundraising messages and materials
  • Support donor and alumni communications, including newsletters, emails, and impact updates
  • Represent Walker Memorial Academy professionally at church, alumni, and community events

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