Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Notre Dame High School
Job overview
The Advancement Database Coordinator at Notre Dame High School manages advancement data and supports fundraising efforts to strengthen community relationships and resources.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves coordinating team tasks, managing data entry and gift processing in Raiser’s Edge NXT, generating reports, ensuring data integrity, supporting accounting and audits, and participating in school community events.
Experience and skills
A bachelor's degree is preferred with proficiency in MS Office and advanced Excel skills required; experience with donor management systems like Raiser’s Edge NXT is a plus, along with strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
Work environment and culture
The school values integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion aligned with its Catholic Holy Cross mission, fostering a supportive and faith-based community environment.
Company information
Notre Dame High School is a Catholic, college preparatory school sponsored by the Congregation of Holy Cross, focused on educating diverse students spiritually, intellectually, and socially.
Team overview
The coordinator reports to the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and works within a collaborative advancement team dedicated to managing alumni, donor, and community relationships.
Job location and travel
This is a campus-based, year-round position at Notre Dame High School, requiring presence at various school events and occasional weekend work.
Application process
Applicants are directed to apply via the school's employment webpage at www.ndhs.org/about/employment.
Unique job features
The position uniquely integrates data management with active participation in school community events, supporting advancement initiatives through both technical and interpersonal engagement.
Company overview
Notre Dame High School is a private, Catholic, college-preparatory institution located in San Jose, California. It offers a rigorous academic curriculum alongside a strong emphasis on spiritual growth and community service. Established in 1851 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, the school has a rich history of fostering educational excellence and leadership among young women. Revenue is primarily generated through tuition fees, donations, and fundraising events. Candidates should be aware of its long-standing commitment to holistic education and its vibrant, supportive community.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your proficiency in managing donor databases, especially experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT, and your attention to detail in data entry and gift processing relevant to Notre Dame High School’s Advancement Database Coordinator role.
Emphasize your organizational skills, ability to coordinate team tasks, generate detailed reports, and maintain data integrity, as these are core responsibilities outlined in the job description.
Apply through multiple platforms including Notre Dame High School’s official employment page (www.ndhs.org/about/employment) and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of visibility.
Connect with current staff members in the Institutional Advancement division on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting a recent school event or mentioning your enthusiasm for Notre Dame’s Catholic mission and community engagement.
Optimize your resume for ATS systems by incorporating keywords like 'Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT,' 'data integrity,' 'gift processing,' 'donor stewardship,' and 'team coordination' to ensure your application passes initial screenings.
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