Brophy College Preparatory

Vice President for Advancement

4701 N Central Avenue

Phoenix, AZ 85012

https://www.brophyprep.org/

Company Description:

Brophy is a Catholic, Jesuit school with an enrollment of 1,400 young men. It offers its students a rigorous and relevant college preparatory curriculum, a highly developed fine arts and music program, a diversity of extracurricular activities, and a strong retreat and service-learning program. As a Jesuit school, Brophy takes great pride in striving to form well-rounded young men who are firmly grounded in a relationship with God that orients them to lead lives of service. In addition to the high school, Brophy includes Loyola Academy, which is a tuition-free, comprehensive junior high school program for sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-grade boys who demonstrate academic promise but have had limited educational opportunities. For more information, visit Brophy’s webpage.

Mission:

Brophy is a private, Jesuit, Catholic college preparatory that is committed to the belief that all creation is a reflection of God’s love and presence which demands a passionate and generous response from the entire community. We are dedicated to students of all socio-economic backgrounds who have the potential and desire to maximize their God-given gifts.

By creating an atmosphere for academic, emotional, and spiritual growth, Brophy College Preparatory develops critically thinking, articulate, sensitive, and aware students with a strong sense of self-worth. Through the process of nurturing the soul, Brophy offers these students an intimate relationship with God and inspires leaders who are devoted to the service of others in a global community.

Budget size:

$30 Million annually

Position Description: 

Brophy College Preparatory is in search of a Vice President for Advancement who will provide strategic leadership and successful management of all aspects of the school's advancement program, including fundraising, special events, strategic partnerships, alumni relations, communications, and marketing.  As a direct report to the President, the Vice President for Advancement will join the school’s senior leadership team and actively contribute to strategic decisions affecting the school. 

The Vice President for Advancement will collaborate with the President and other school leaders to develop a long-term, comprehensive advancement strategy.  This strategy will sustain Brophy’s mission to provide a renowned Jesuit educational experience to every qualified student and to ensure that Brophy’s facilities remain commensurate with the caliber of its students, faculty, and programs.  As such, the Vice President for Advancement will have the opportunity to transform the lives of the young 

men at Brophy, ensuring they have the resources necessary to become the Men for Others our world needs.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the President and other school leaders to align advancement efforts with the school's strategic priorities.
• Plan, implement, and oversee all fundraising programs including major gifts, endowment funds, annual campaigns, and planned giving.
• Ensure efficient and effective administrative policies and processes for the Advancement Office.
• Leverage the capacity of Raiser’s Edge and other related tools to maximize the effectiveness of the Advancement Office’s activities.
• Engage in an ongoing process of the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major benefactors.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with alumni, parents, supporters of the school, and leaders throughout the City of Phoenix.  
• Support the Director of Special Events to ensure the success of the auction, fashion show, power breakfast, and other events throughout the year. Provide hospitality to attendees at all Advancement-related events and activities.
• Support the Director of Communications to ensure the school's communications and marketing efforts, including print and electronic publications, are aligned with the school’s advancement priorities.
• Support the Director of Alumni Relations to develop and execute a comprehensive alumni relations program, including events, communications, and volunteer opportunities.
• Manage the advancement team, including hiring, training, and evaluating staff.
• Lead the preparation of an annual Development Plan that includes specific goals and metrics for assessing success across all areas of advancement.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Requirements:

• The ability to articulate and represent Brophy’s mission and values internally and externally.
• The necessary experience in advancement and working knowledge of fundraising best practices to achieve an annual goal of $8-10 million.   
• High level of emotional intelligence and affinity for building and growing long-term relationships.
• Compelling interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Data-driven, strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment.
• Strong organizational, project management, and self-initiative skills including the ability to prioritize, focus, manage multiple tasks, and anticipate and meet deadlines.
• Proven experience in collaboratively leading people and managing teams to achieve goals while cultivating a high-performing environment where people feel cared for and supported. 
• Proficiency with technology (requirement), and advanced dexterity with both Raiser’s Edge and Excel (preferred).
• Bachelor’s Degree is a requirement, Master’s Degree is preferred. 

Brophy College Preparatory is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Why consider the opportunity?  

• Join a passionate and mission-driven institution committed to excellence and innovation
• A chance to build an Advancement infrastructure and bring your vision to take Brophy College Preparatory to new levels
• Apply your ideas, professionalism, and work ethic in a supportive, high-functioning, and positive environment   
• Lead an enthusiastic team and its Advancement, Fundraising, and Communications initiatives to create long-term strategy and connect with a robust community of alumni and benefactors

For more information, please contact:

Colleen Neese                                                                                   Bridget Querciagrossa

Practice Leader, Non-Profit & Healthcare                                 Executive Recruiter

602-802-8329                                                                                     602-830-0999

cneese@duffygroup.com                                                                bridgetq@duffygroup.com