Vice President of Advancement

Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School:

CRIPCS is the nation's first adult charter school, serving as a national model for delivering high-quality education, career training, and supportive services that enable adult immigrants to realize their dreams while strengthening our community and economy. 

Position Summary: 

Carlos Rosario is seeking a Vice President (VP) of Advancement to lead the school’s fundraising, communications, and support the School’s external relations efforts. The VP will oversee and manage a comprehensive advancement strategy that integrates fundraising, communications, and marketing to support the school’s mission and elevate its brand. The current annual fundraising goal is $1M, with a target to grow this to $2M over time. The VP will lead efforts to secure these resources, cultivate relationships with major donors, and develop communications strategies that align with the school’s vision and goals.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Team Management

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive advancement strategy that integrates fundraising, communications, and marketing to meet the school's mission and goals.
• Directly manage and mentor the Associate Director of Development and Associate Director of Communications, providing clear direction, professional development, and performance feedback.
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented culture focused on achieving ambitious fundraising and communications targets.
• Drive clarity by resolving ambiguities, implementing structured systems and processes, and leveraging design thinking to foster innovation and effective solutions.
• Work closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees, and other senior leadership to identify and pursue new opportunities for funding, partnerships, and growth.
• Ensure alignment of team goals with the school’s overall strategic plan, ensuring resources are effectively managed, and priorities are met.

Fundraising & Development

• Lead efforts to secure at least $1M+ annually through individual giving, foundation and corporate support, and government grants.
• Oversee the execution of annual fundraising campaigns, including major gifts, special events, and planned giving programs.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective major donors, foundations, corporations, and other key stakeholders.
• Direct the team in driving initiatives, optimizing resources, and clarifying roles and responsibilities through efficient systems and processes.
• Guide grant strategy, including overseeing the development and submission of proposals and managing donor stewardship.
• Use data-driven insights to evaluate fundraising performance and adjust strategies to improve outcomes.
• Support the CEO, leadership team, and Board of Trustees in their fundraising efforts, ensuring that the school’s fundraising goals align with its financial needs.

Communications & Marketing

• Develop and implement strategic internal and external communications to elevate CRIPCS’s brand, reputation, fundraising efforts, and community impact.
• Support the collaborative efforts to build and enhance student outreach and recruitment. 
• Partner with the program teams as they develop new programs and help articulate their stories of vision and impact to both internal and external audiences. 
• Oversee the creation of compelling, consistent messaging across all communication channels, including website, social media, and publications.
• Ensure that all communication aligns with the school’s mission and reaches diverse audiences, including prospective donors, the general public, and the CRIPCS community.
• Assist the team in supporting the CEO as the primary spokesperson for the school.
• Contribute to and advise on high-stakes strategic communications for key organizational initiatives.
• Oversee the production of major publications, including the annual impact report, internal and external newsletters, and press materials.

External Relations & Partnerships

• Help to represent, and collaborate with others who represent CRIPCS at external events, conferences, and in discussions with key community stakeholders.
• Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with other community organizations, government agencies, and philanthropic entities.
• Develop and implement strategies to broaden CRIPCS’s network and influence within the local and national philanthropic landscape.
• Work with the leadership team to ensure that CRIPCS’s expansion efforts are supported by effective fundraising and partnership strategies.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in fundraising, development, communications, and leadership roles.
• Significant experience managing both fundraising and communications teams.
• A proven track record of successfully securing six- and seven-figure gifts from individual donors, foundations, and corporations.
• Experience in leading comprehensive fundraising campaigns, including major gifts, capital campaigns, and annual giving.
• Strong understanding of communications strategy, brand management, and media relations.
• Experience working with donor databases (e.g., Bloomerang) and developing data-driven fundraising strategies.
• Ability to analyze fundraising performance metrics and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with diverse stakeholders and lead teams effectively.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in Spanish preferred.
• Experience working in organizations that serve immigrant communities, with a deep commitment to advancing equity.
  

Our Commitment to the Vice President of Finance:

• Salary range of $127,200 to $176,200 
• 46 total days of time off 
• A hybrid work schedule.