Head of Development (Remote)

Job Title: Director of Development – Andrean High School, Merrillville, IN
Principal, Andrean High School
The Diocese of Gary serves an estimated 170,000 Catholics in Lake, Porter, LaPorte and Starke counties through 58 parishes, two missions and one Catholic student center. The diocese has 17 parish elementary schools and three diocesan high schools serving 5,985 students. An additional 5,610 students are enrolled in parish Catholic faith formation programs. More than two million are served by Catholic-affiliated agencies, including seven Catholic hospitals, residential and daycare facilities for adults and children, and centers for Social Services.

Andrean High School, a college preparatory Catholic high school committed to faith, learning, leadership, and service, is seeking a motivated and relationship-driven Director of Development to support and grow its fundraising and engagement efforts. This role is ideal for a development professional who excels in donor relations, annual giving, and event-based fundraising, and is eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization during a period of exciting growth.
In partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Gary and Big Shoulders Fund, bolstered by a historic investment from the Dean & Barbara White Family Foundation, the school is well-positioned to expand its impact. The Director of Development will play a key role in executing fundraising initiatives that support this momentum.

The Director of Development will:
Coordinate and execute fundraising events, including planning, logistics, sponsorships, and follow-up.
Develop and manage donor communications, including newsletters, impact reports, and campaign materials.
Support alumni engagement efforts, including outreach, events, and relationship-building initiatives.
Serve as a visible ambassador for Andrean High School, promoting its mission to donors, alumni, and the broader community.

Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the School Administration, limited to duties that are consistent with the scope of the Chief Advancement Officer role and that directly support the school's advancement strategy and development operations. QUALITIES OF THE CANDIDATE WE SEEK
A 3–7 years of experience in fundraising, development, or related field.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail.
Proficiency with donor databases such as Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge preferred.
Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job as someone who works in a standard office and school buildings. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.
This position is primarily an in-person on-site office position. However, the employee must be able to do some traveling and work remotely in order to fulfil their job responsibilities. A highly organized self-starter who is able to apply creative problem-solving, make decisions, work under pressure, coordinate project changes as needed and meet deadlines.
Demonstrates excellent writing skills, write in a clear and concise manner, exhibit effective listening, questioning and interpersonal skills.
An ability to work some nights and weekends for special events or liturgical celebrations.
Working in a Catholic faith-based professional office setting focused on building missionary discipleship across the Diocese of Gary.
Opportunities for health, dental, vision, and life insurance are available
# For more information the Employee Handbook is available on the Diocese of Gary website.

Andrean High School is at a pivotal moment of growth and transformation. With a legacy of academic excellence, strong community support, and a deep commitment to faith-based education, we are launching a bold vision for the future. We are looking for a dynamic advancement leader to help bring that vision to life.

Interested candidates must submit an application on this platform as well as send a resume and cover letter to Abby Cohen at Big Shoulders Fund, View email address on click.appcast.io may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and the students/schools it serves.

Big Shoulders Fund is posting this position at the request of the Catholic Diocese of Gary.

Big Shoulders Fund has a supportive relationship with the Diocese of Gary and is helping to disseminate information about this role by posting it here.

Big Shoulders Fund is an independent tax-exempt charitable organization that provides support to schools with demonstrated need which provide a quality, values-based education for children. We serve 25,000 students and 92 schools in the Chicago and Northwest Indiana regions. Each school is a vital community-based organization and an anchor to its surrounding neighborhoods.