Job Summary:

We believe corporate sponsors, current parents, alumni, parents of alumni, and grandparents have the potential to become our most loyal supporters. They are to be valued, loved, prayed for, and always given opportunities to serve. We have assigned this responsibility to the Coordinator of Alumni and Corporate Relations. The Coordinator initiates, develops, and nurtures relationships with the goal of increasing advocacy and financial support for the Academy. The Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, scheduling, and disseminating information regarding events, activities, functions, and services relating to these groups. This position is responsible for managing and growing the Academy's Annual Fund.

Major responsibilities: 

• Spearheads, plans, and executes all fundraising events associated with corporate sponsors, current parents, alumni, parents of alumni, and grandparents
• Networks through the use of social media in coordination with Public Relations
• Increases attendance and fundraising support at events by forming connections with corporate sponsors, current parents, alumni, parents of alumni, and grandparents 
• Increases engagement of corporate sponsors, current parents, alumni, parents of alumni, and grandparents through GivingTuesday, the Boyd Scholarship Dinner, Grandparents Day, and Homecoming 
• Strategically grows and effectively manages the MDCA Alumni Association by fostering growth and increasing relationships
• Manages the alumni page of the MDCA website
• Manages, tracks, and executes a plan to grow the Academy's Annual Fund, including creating two new signature fundraising events
• Works diligently to keep contact information accurate in Raiser's Edge
• Builds strong relationships with MDCA high school seniors that lead to increased participation in subsequent alumni events
• Conducts an online auction each year
• Collaborates with Public Relations to curate and create compelling articles highlighting notable alumni accomplishments and contributions. 
• Maintains and manages a division budget
• Coordinates other fundraising events as assigned, including ribbon-cutting and ground-breaking ceremonies, etc.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• A committed Christian working toward a close personal walk with the Lord 
• Must submit to a background check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experienced in fundraising and event management 
• Energized by establishing and maintaining effective relationships with corporate sponsors, current parents, alumni, parents of alumni, and grandparents
• An alumnus of MDCA (CH&BS)
• A curious mind, high energy, and a passion for Christian education
• Experienced in Raiser's Edge software 
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Shown to be a self-starter and detail-oriented 

Preference will be given to applicants who are members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ. All applicants must be members of a local church and able to sign and abide by the MDCA statement of faith in order to be considered.