Carney, Sandoe & Associates, has been retained by a school to find their next Director of Advancement at a private, all girls 5-8 grade school offering an exceptional education in a supportive environment in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
The Director of Advancement will lead the development, implementation, and fulfillment of school's strategic initiatives and philanthropic goals. Someone who is a strategic thinker, seasoned fundraiser, inspiring leader, and community builder. The Director reports to the Head of School and is assisted by a committed team of staff and volunteers.
Responsibilities:
Manage and oversee all fundraising activities including major gift giving, annual appeal, grants, special events, corporate partnerships, and other giving programs.
Build on existing relationships, initiate new relationships, and improve donor engagement and retention through meaningful cultivation and stewardship.
Design and implement a strategic multi-year advancement plan to increase support from individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations through focused annual goals and activities.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with individual donors, corporations, foundations, alumni, parents, community organizations and other stakeholders, fostering a culture of giving and appreciation.
Lead and actively participate in prospective and major donor meetings.
Act as a spokesperson for OSS at external meetings, receptions, and other events to engage current and prospective donors and spread good news about the impact of an OSS education.
Partner and strategize with the Advancement Committee chair and the Board of Trustees to maximize board engagement and fund raising for the annual appeal, planned giving, and other programs.
Create board reports and materials illustrating development plans, forecasts, and progress.
Attend Governance Committee meetings. Work with the committee to develop and implement a Board engagement plan to harness their ideas, talents, and further connection with donors and community members.
Implement a comprehensive advancement communications strategy aligned with overall school messaging and fundraising goals.
Lead the conceptualization and creation of a suite of compelling communications, marketing materials, messaging tools, and content to inform and engage our community about OSS mission, programs, successes, and impact.
Design metrics to measure advancement results which will enable OSS to make strategic decisions and enhancements in its advancement goals and activities.
Qualifications:
A minimum of 6-8 years' experience in fundraising, management, preferably in an academic institution.
Comprehensive understanding of nonprofit development principles and practices, ideally with a background in independent schools.
Proven ability to lead, supervise, and oversee staff and operations.
Competence in handling multiple projects and tasks simultaneously while balancing various priorities.
Capability to clearly convey the mission, values, and needs of Emery.
Skill in establishing a strong professional and social presence to effectively represent Emery to donors and board members.
Ability to collaborate effectively with school administrators in a team setting.
Strong ability to build and maintain positive working relationships both within the school and with external partners.
Required experience in managing, organizing, and executing annual fundraising campaigns and events.
Bachelor's degree is mandatory.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Must demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, adaptability, and quick learning ability.
Experience in database management is required, preferably Raiser's Edge.
Potential Benefits:
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