Senior Associate Director of Institutional Advancement

Fort Washington, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Germantown Academy We inspire students to be: Independent in Thought Confident in Expression Compassionate in Spirit Collaborative in Action Honorable in Deed Position Title: Senior Associate Director of Institutional Advancement Germantown Academy is an independent coeducational college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759 GA is Americas oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices. Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of a sensitivity to and a respect for a diverse academic environment inclusive of students faculty and staff of varying socioeconomic cultural ideological and ethnic backgrounds. Position Purpose: Reporting to the Director of Institutional Advancement the Senior Associate Director of Institutional Advancement will provide leadership support to all aspects of the Office of Institutional Advancement (OIA). In addition to managerial oversight of the programs of annual giving and alumni engagement this position is an integral member of a team of solicitors and is expected to manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors to the Academy. We are seeking candidates for a full-time position to join our community as soon as possible. This is a 12-month position with an excellent array of benefits and a competitive addition 100% tuition remission is available for a total of two children who qualify for admission and for whom space is Functions: Assist the Director of Institutional Advancement with all aspects of the development and management of sophisticated fundraising and engagement programs and provide strategic direction and long-term/short-term planning for the maximization of philanthropic support. Manage the Director of Annual Giving in the elevation of GAs annual giving program which includes elements such as a relationship management system and a reunioning giving program and experiences fundraising growth with a landscape of additional giving vehicles such as campaigns and tax credit programs. Provide strategic support of the development of a comprehensive alumni engagement program to enhance opportunities for meaningful alumni involvement and maximize philanthropic support of the school. Manage two direct reports (Director of Alumni Relations and Director of Annual Giving both of whom manage a direct report within their programs). Responsible for soliciting all types of philanthropic support for the institution; Annual Fund restricted gifts EITC/OSTC support and capital and endowment gifts as part of larger manage a portfolio of 50 prospects with the capacity to make major gifts of $25000 to Germantown Academy. Identify prospects and conduct regular face-to-face visits for the purposes of cultivation solicitation and stewardship. Complete a monthly visit goal of a minimum of five visits for the initial year of employment. Oversee the fundraising of assigned reunion classes specifically focusing on the personal solicitation of four figure prospects. Assist the Director of Institutional Advancement with additional projects as needed. Qualifications: Minimum of eight years of development experience. Experience in PreK-12 independent school is a plus. Experience supervising personnel. Bachelors degree required. Masters degree to continuous learning to implement new approaches and best practices. Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills to communicate and work effectively with prospective donors and volunteers. Creative problem-solver and strong data analysis skills to define metrics and assess data to present informed decisions and recommendations.A strong understanding of giving data and technology platforms (i.e. Raisers Edge Senior Systems).A self-starter able to work independently and take initiative. Ability to work collaboratively as a member of the Institutional Advancement team. The ability to work nights and weekends as needed.

Required Experience:

Director

Required Experience:

Director