Advancement Associate

Advancement Associate

This position offices in-person, on campus

The Advancement Associate plays a key role in advancing the mission and vision of Valor Christian High School through relationship development, fundraising, and community engagement. This role is responsible for executing Annual Fund strategies, cultivating and stewarding donors and developing meaningful relationships with new and Freshman families as they become connected to the Valor community. The Advancement Associate leads the planning and execution of the Annual Gala, coordinates additional fundraising and donor engagement events, and identifies opportunities to grow philanthropic support. As a trusted and passionate ambassador for Valor Christian, this role represents the school with professionalism and enthusiasm, clearly communicating its mission, vision, distinctives, and Kingdom purpose. Through intentional relationship-building, thoughtful donor care, and collaboration across the school, the Advancement Associate helps foster a culture of generosity and builds lasting support for Valor Christian and its future.

Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school's Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school's vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant's heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school's beliefs and values.

Responsibilities

• Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
• Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor's Christian Community
• Annual Fund Strategy & Execution
• Donor Development & Community Engagement
• Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate
• Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor's Vision and Mission
• Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth

Relationships

• Chief Advancement Officer
• Advancement Team (Director of Advancement, Alumni Relations Coordinator, and Data Analytics Coordinator)
• Marketing and Communications Team
• Parents, Alumni Parents, Grandparents and the greater Valor Community
• Donors on all levels, particularly the Freshman families
• Other Departments as necessary

Results

Because of the excellent work of the Advancement Associate, Valor Christian High School strengthened its culture of generosity, deepened relationships with families, donors, and the broader community, and increased engagement with the Annual Fund. New and Freshman families were meaningfully engaged, donor cultivation and stewardship were strengthened, and new opportunities for philanthropic support were developed. The Annual Gala and auction were successfully executed, including the procurement of high-value items and experiences that enhanced donor engagement and fundraising outcomes. Through intentional relationship-building and collaboration across the school, the Advancement Associate helped expand long-term philanthropic support for the school's mission and vision. Ultimate success will be measured by parent participation, relationships with donors, and fundraising goals being achieved.

Education, Experience, and Required Competencies

• Bachelor's Degree required
• 2+ years experience in fundraising and/or managing annual fund programs and campaigns
• Understanding of private philanthropy
• Prior experience in event coordination and execution preferred
• Strong understanding of database management and analytics; experience and familiarity with the Veracross software platform is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Outstanding communication skills, written and verbal
• Commitment to fostering a collaborative environment among faculty, staff, students, and families
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Suite software programs
• Private school experience preferred

Physical Demands

The same basic physical demands described here are the same for all employees to successfully perform the essential functions of their jobs. Employees must periodically lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are varied and include on and off campus locations, classroom, office, and outdoor events while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is also varied.

Position Type: C, Year-round schedule. 12-Month Calendar. This position offices in-person, on campus

Hours per week: Full Time, Exempt, Evening and weekend work as required

Supervisor: Chief Advancement Officer

Benefits:

• Paid holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, and personal days
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 403(B) Retirement Plan with immediate vesting and employer contribution matching
• Professional development opportunities
• Three on-campus dining options for daily lunch

Pay Range: $65,000 - $80,000/year

Start Date: October 6, 2026