Advancement Associate, Philanthropy bei Georgetown Day School
Georgetown Day School · Washington, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Washington
Georgetown Day School opened its doors in 1945 as the first integrated school in a segregated city. Governed by a Board of Trustees elected by the parent body and administered by an appointed Head of School, it was founded by seven families who wanted to create a school committed not only to academic excellence and educational innovation but also to a value system emphasizing appreciation and respect for others. Believing that diversity was the ground out of which all deep and rich learning occurs, they established a school where all children would be welcome, celebrated, and challenged to be their best selves.
Today, the School's philosophy, programs, and position in the national educational landscape strongly reflect its roots. Having grown from 12 children in 1945 to 1075 students in PK-12 today, GDS is recognized as one of Washington, D.C.’s and the nation’s most dynamic educational institutions.
Since the school’s founding, GDS has called eight different locations home. In the fall of 2020, in the midst of the pandemic, the Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools were all joined on one extraordinary campus.
About the Position
DEPARTMENT: Advancement
REPORTS TO: Deputy Chief Advancement Officer
SUPERVISES: N/A
FLSA: Non-exempt
TYPE OF ROLE: Full-time
COMPENSATION: $60,000 - 75,000 annually
BENEFITS: EligibleNote: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Georgetown Day School seeks an enthusiastic relationship manager to join our Advancement team. The selected individual will be an integral member of the Advancement team, partnering to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward constituents for the purpose of philanthropic support to Georgetown Day School.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
In consultation with the Deputy CAO and Chief Advancement Officer, develop and manage a strategic plan for major gift prospect management that is in alignment with institutional funding priorities
Actively manage a dynamic portfolio of 100 prospects and constituents, which may include current parents and grandparents, and have a special focus on alumni and parents of alumni.
Conduct 80 or more prospect meetings per year to advance donor relationships
Actively collaborate with colleagues to ensure a holistic donor-centered approach and advance prospect relationship development
Identify giving prospects and develop individual donor strategies, along with materials, to deepen philanthropic partnerships
Craft cultivation and stewardship correspondence to renew major donor gifts; create and implement moves management plans
Collaborate with senior relationship managers and Advancement Operations team to accurately project revenue and track progress towards goals and produce internal and external reports regarding projects and achieved goals
Maintain a high level of professional knowledge and proficiency regarding fundraising best practices
Engage members of the GDS community
Grow a comprehensive stewardship program for donors
Create and direct a robust stewardship program and stewardship materials
Draft gift acknowledgement templates and shepherd acknowledgment process for leadership gifts
Coordinate stewardship of special and endowed fund donors, including:
Gathering stories and data necessary to convey the impact of the donors’ support
Providing timely, personalized, and professional stewardship reports
When appropriate, connecting donors with beneficiaries of their support
Manage inventory of named spaces and donor recognition plaques
Support donor recognition, engagement, and stewardship events and activities
Coordinate the production of the Impact Report and, when appropriate, Campaign report(s)
Ensure philanthropic impact stories are shared in communications vehicles in order to honor donors, celebrate philanthropy, and inspire future giving
Ensure effective tracking of stewardship activity
Prepare briefings in preparation for stewardship events and individual stewardship meetings
Assist in supporting a comprehensive recognition and stewardship program for donors at all levels
Support the execution of special events designed to support engagement, stewardship, and fundraising initiatives
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities
As a member of the Advancement team, represent the team at school and community events, including some nights and weekends.
Additional duties outside this description may be assigned as necessary.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree
2+ years of relevant experience in education advancement preferred
2+ years of demonstrated success managing donors and prospects through effective relationship management strategies
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all constituents including: trustees, administration, faculty/staff, parents, alumni, and students
Skills
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
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