Director of Annual Giving

Employment Opportunity:The Academy of the Holy Names seeks a Director of Annual Giving. This position reports to the Director of Advancement and is a full-time 12-month salaried role. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday with occasional weekend and evening responsibilities. Occasional travel may be required. Special attention may be necessary near the end of the calendar and fiscal years when giving activity is at its peak.

Required Skills and Qualifications
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint)
Experience with donor management systems preferred (e.g. VeraCross Raisers Edge)
Familiarity with prospect research tools (e.g. WealthEngine DonorSearch)
Strong interpersonal organizational and relationship-building skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to manage multiple campaigns and meet deadlines
Commitment to collaboration and teamwork
High level of professionalism and attention to detail
Strong customer service mindset with consistent follow-through

Position Summary: The Director of Annual Giving is responsible for developing implementing and evaluating a comprehensive annual giving program that secures unrestricted philanthropic support. This individual will identify cultivate solicit and steward donors to meet and exceed the schools annual fundraising goals. The Director works collaboratively with all constituencies to strengthen relationships and foster a community of loyal benefactors.

Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Increase annual unrestricted giving and participation across all constituencies
Develop and manage an annual fund plan and timeline
Craft a compelling case for support
Design and execute an integrated solicitation strategy including in-person asks direct mail digital outreach phone campaigns and peer-to-peer appeals
Identify and research prospective donors through online tools and peer engagement
Cultivate solicit and steward parents through a structured annual engagement plan
Plan and execute New Parent events including coordination of invitations RSVPs catering program materials and follow-up
Prepares pre-event briefing materials for the President and Director of Advancement. Leads the execution of the annual Presidents Dinner (BMR Dinner) through guest list coordination invitations and event logistics in collaboration with the Director of Special Events Leads and expands a comprehensive alumni giving program
Grow alumni reunion giving through coordinated strategies and execution with the Director of Constituent Relations
Identify prospects for leadership major and planned gifts as well as event sponsorships
Manage and expand grandparent engagement and annual appeals
Manage giving options and the data health of constituent records
Provide weekly reporting on fundraising progress by campaign fund and appeal
Segment and analyze the constituent database to support forecasting and strategy development
Conduct post-event evaluations to measure effectiveness and inform future planning
Recruit train and manage volunteer leadership
Contribute strategic content for communications including website social media and publications
Assist in recruiting speakers for Career Day and convocations Attend school-sponsored events including reunions and regional alumni visits to strengthen relationships
Prepare summary data for the Presidents Annual Report
Manage the annual giving budget responsibly
Participate in professional development opportunities and the annual Advancement retreat
Support additional Advancement initiatives and events as needed. Manage facilities requests and logistics as required