Director of Programs and Special Events

Diocese of Venice in Florida • Sarasota, FL

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School seeks a mission-centered, relational, and strategic professional to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of fundraising events and engagement programs that advance the mission and strategic priorities of the school. As a member of the Advancement team, the Director is responsible for creating meaningful experiences that strengthen relationships with alumni, parents, donors, and community partners while generating philanthropic support for the school.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Exceptional organizational, project-management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, develop relationships, and work collaboratively with diverse constituents.
• Strong financial stewardship, attention to detail, creativity, and proficiency with event-management technology.
• Commitment to the Catholic mission, values, and educational philosophy of Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School.
• State of Florida law requires fingerprinting and clearance through the Florida DOE Background Screening Clearinghouse for all school-based positions.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience planning and executing successful events, preferably including fundraising, sponsorship development, and volunteer coordination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and execute educational mission-driven educational programs, including but not limited to securing guest speakers, organizing symposiums and special presentations, and creating meaningful experiences for students, family, alumni, and other community members.
• Plan, manage, and execute major Advancement events, including the Annual Gala, Golf Tournament, donor-recognition events, campaign receptions, and other school fundraising and community-building initiatives.
• Develop event sponsorships, underwriting opportunities, and revenue-generating activities in collaboration with the Director of Advancement.
• Create opportunities to cultivate prospective supporters, strengthen existing donor relationships, and expand philanthropic participation.
• Oversee event budgets, timelines, vendors, volunteers, committees, logistics, and post-event evaluations to ensure operational excellence and financial accountability.
• Work closely with Advancement colleagues, school administration, and community partners to align events and programs with the school's broader fundraising, engagement, and stewardship strategies.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director