The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
The Director of Advancement & Communications for St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Parish develops and implements the long-term marketing and communications vision for the parish and school’s identity and brand, while also overseeing advancement initiatives that enhance fundraising levels and expand sources of revenue in fulfillment of the parish mission.
- Promote the parish and school’s mission by planning, developing, and implementing all marketing and communications strategies.
- Develop content and manage school and parish communications channels, including social media accounts, printed materials, and e-communication platforms.
- Maintain the parish website by curating compelling content to welcome parishioners and visitors alike.
- Supervise production of the weekly bulletin, including all parish and school activities, ensuring information in the bulletin is current and consistent with content posted on the website and social media.
- Coordinate and ensure the proper and consistent application of the parish and school’s brand and identity, such as logo, tagline, fonts, etc., for use on letterhead, brochures, invitations, and other forms of collateral.
- Work collaboratively with the heads of various parish organizations in safeguarding and promoting the parish brand, ensuring, with the help of the stewardship committee, fidelity to the parish mission.
- Provide counsel and direction to parish organizations seeking assistance designing graphics and creating content to promote parish events.
- Work actively with the Pastor, Finance Manager, School Principal, Parish Council, and Finance Committee, as well as parishioners, parents, and alumni regarding development and stewardship matters; including overseeing parish and school fundraising programs and activities.
- Develop programs and direct special events (e.g. Parish Auction) for increasing operating and restricted revenue and constituent engagement; the refinement and growth of existing programs.
- Work collaboratively with the Finance Manager to ensure the reporting of all advancement income and the application of restricted gifts to their intended use, as well as the timely thanking of all donors.
- Create programs and events of donor care for the school and parish to encourage community and partnership.
- Attend Archdiocesan meetings when appropriate to network and gain professional knowledge in the areas of communication and fundraising.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Pastor.
Knowledge & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: communications, marketing, digital media, business administration, and/or related educational fields
- Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in communications and marketing work, preferably in a leadership position
- Ability to work fulltime, and occasional weekends and evenings for St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Parish
- Experience with web content and e-communication programs
- Experience with fundraising, brand development, graphic design, and public relations concepts preferred
Skills & Attitudes Required for Success in Job
- Active and practicing member of the Catholic faith
The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.