Assistant Director of Annual Giving

Full-Time, 12 Months, Exempt

Pay: $58,000-$68,000

Key School is seeking a full-time Assistant Director of Annual Giving. The successful candidate will provide strategic execution and management of the annual giving program, including the coordination and oversight of supporting development initiatives.

Reporting to the Director of External Relations, the Assistant Director of Annual Giving is responsible for the planning and execution of a comprehensive annual giving program for all constituencies. This person works with the Director of Advancement and all members of the Advancement Office in the cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation of all constituencies. This will include a strong emphasis on personal outreach and relationship building, as well as the development of printed and electronic collateral as vehicles for engaging donors.

Ideal Candidate

• Possesses a commitment and passion to Key School’s mission
• Is an experienced fundraising professional and volunteer manager
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills to build

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinates annual giving solicitations for all constituencies to maximize giving and participation rates.
• In conjunction with the Director of External Relations and consultation with the Communication Office, develops fundraising messages, electronic and printed pieces, and manages the execution of all Annual Fund printed collateral, including the Annual Report.
• Recruits and cultivates Annual Fund volunteers to support fundraising efforts by division and class. Works with the Director of External Relations to ensure a healthy volunteer base among other constituencies, including alumni/ae/x, parents of alumni/ae/x, and grandparents.
• Manages and oversees volunteer activities such as Annual Fund volunteer training sessions, individual personalized solicitation plans, and more.
• Initiates and strengthens relationships with donors, including creating an individualized plan to increase the number of leadership donors.
• Strengthens and implements programs designed to educate parents/guardians about the needs of the School and to motivate and engage parents/guardians in supporting the Annual Fund.
• Works with the Advancement team to support the identification, cultivation, and stewardship of leadership and major gift donors.
• Works with the Director of External Relations to implement, and/or support established and new fundraising initiatives and events, including donor recognition events and gatherings.
• Coordinates with the Parent Programs and Special Events Director to work with existing and newly formed volunteer parent/guardian groups as needed by creatively engaging parent/guardian groups with the goal of increasing support for the Annual Fund.
• Assists the Director of Advancement with the preparation of materials for Board of Trustees and Advancement Committee meetings.
• Manages the Annual Fund portion of the Advancement Office budget.
• Contributes to the success of the Advancement Team by assisting, when requested, with direct or indirect support of programs and events to include participation during volunteer trainings, yearly events where Advancement Office presence is beneficial, the Annapolis Book Festival, and other Parents’ Association and school-wide events.
• Assists with other responsibilities of the Advancement Office as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Four years of fundraising experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, and Google cloud-based applications.
• Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge software is preferred.

Physical Requirements

The demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Daily desk work, including significant amounts of telephone and computer time; as part of daily routines, the ability to move around a mid-size campus with uneven pavement and manage stairs; frequent walking inside and outside responding to campus issues and/or checking on various departmental progress.

Compensation/Benefits

Key School offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, a generous 403(b) Plan, and much more.

Technical Competencies

All candidates for teaching positions should be familiar with learning management systems such as Seesaw and Google Classroom and have the ability to create and deliver engaging multimedia content using a variety of digital tools. Key is a Google Workspace for Education school. Candidates should be proficient in using Google applications, have a solid understanding of cloud-based storage and file-sharing platforms, and efficiently manage email and scheduling using Gmail and Google Calendar. They should be proficient in virtual communication tools such as Zoom or Google meet and have basic troubleshooting skills to resolve common technical issues that may arise in the classroom.

Work Schedule/Travel

Occasionally, there may be school functions that will require your presence to work flexible hours, including nights and/or weekends. Additionally, participation in scheduled faculty meetings is required.

About The School

Founded in 1958 by professors from St. John’s College, Key School engages children from 2.5 years of age through grade 12 in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory program on its picturesque 15-acre campus 4 miles from downtown Annapolis.

Key School is a dynamic, tight-knit community deeply committed to ensuring students are supported and challenged to excel educationally and personally and be confident, courageous, critical thinkers prepared to engage with the world. Our Community is as diverse as it is warm and welcoming.

Commitment To Diversity, Equity, Inclusion,and Belonging

Key is particularly interested in candidates with experience in creating inclusive school settings and who are culturally responsive. We are seeking candidates with a commitment to educational equity and justice. We learn and grow both as individuals and as a school community when students and adults of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities develop an understanding of and respect for our commonalities and differences. Together, we have created a community that reflects diversity across a broad spectrum and will help fulfill Key’s promise to prepare our students for the challenges and responsibilities they will assume in an increasingly connected yet diverse and pluralistic world. The diverse student body is 39% students of color, and 32% of our students receive financial aid to create a socioeconomically diverse community. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Key.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, completed application, and three professional references by selecting the link.
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