JOB LISTING

BENTON HALL ACADEMY 

Director of Fundraising and Marketing 

JOB DESCRIPTION 


Benton Hall Academy (BHA) is a small, nonprofit school for students who learn differently. We are looking for a driven individual to create a clear BHA brand and to raise funds for the organization. The position reports to the Head of School and its responsibilities include:


  • Creating a clear brand and marketing strategy to increase enrollment and awareness of BHA in the community
  • Identifying and researching potential funding sources to understand the types of activities they typically support and writing appropriate proposals for funding from those sources
  • Implementing  promotional efforts to drive enrollment and build brand awareness
  • Directing fundraising programs including the annual Food for Thought fundraiser
  • Identifying, recruiting and organizing event sponsors, volunteers and other appropriate individuals to support and staff fundraising activities 
  • Maintaining the data base that includes alumni and friends of BHA to ensure accurate contact information and to track donations and participation in BHA events
  • Organizing campaigns and events, including events for alumni, that will lead to donations and/or greater awareness of BHA
  • Facilitating a culture of appreciation towards donors and volunteers among the staff at BHA


BHA Fundraiser Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, fundraising, development or related field
  • Experience in a fundraising, marketing, or development position
  • Creativity and persuasion skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Good organizational and follow-through skills


Salary/Bonus

  • Up to $60,000 depending on level of education and experience
  • A bonus will be available based on exceeding agreed-upon goals for grants and/or fundraising


To Apply





MISSION: We believe in Benton Hall Academy where children who learn differently are educated with compassion, where children who struggle academically and socially are inspired to discover their strengths and maximize their potential, and where children who have been on the outside looking in are invited to belong.