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Director of Development

Holbrook SDA Indian School in Holbrook, AZ
Pacific Union Conference
Description

Immediate Opening

Holbrook Indian School (HIS) is seeking a mission-driven and strategic Development Director to

lead and grow the school’s fundraising and donor engagement efforts. As a key member of the

leadership team, the Development Director will be responsible for cultivating meaningful

partnerships with individuals, churches, organizations, and foundations who are inspired to

support the school’s mission of serving Indigenous youth through Christ-centered education. In

addition, this role is a catalyst for organizational strategy along with the Principal, Vice Principal,

and Business Manager.  

The ideal candidate will bring experience in donor relations, fundraising strategy, grant writing,

and communications. This role involves stewarding current donors, expanding the school’s

donor base, and working collaboratively across departments to align fundraising initiatives with

institutional goals. Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and a heart for service are

essential. 

This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits, following the NAD wage scale. Join a team

that is passionate about transforming lives through education, faith, and compassion.

Required Experience

We seek someone with the following qualifications and experience:

  • Excellent management and supervisory skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of Adobe Suite.
  • We use Bloomerang for our database;  knowledge of that system would be a plus.
  • Extensive knowledge of fundraising best practices and principles.
  • CFRE required or pursuit of asap upon hiring.
  • Certification in Planned Giving and Trust Services through NAD required or pursuit of asap upon hiring.
  • Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, or similar field preferred.
  • Passion for mission work and service.
  • Cultural sensitivity and a passion for mission work and service.

Posted by: HIS Principal

Resumé Deadline: Friday, August 29, 2025

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Holbrook SDA Indian School

Holbrook Indian School provides a safe place for Native American students to learn and grow in the Creator while preserving and celebrating their Native culture.

There once was a style of boarding school aimed to destroy all aspects of Native culture, especially outward signs of tribal life. During the late 1800s, Native children were forced to cut their hair and were forbidden to speak in their Native languages. Holbrook Indian School opened its doors in 1946 and has since provided a safe place for students to learn and grow in the Creator while also preserving and celebrating their Native culture.