Position Responsibilities General - Serve as a thought partner and strategic advisor to the Head of School and the Board of Trustees on fundraising, community engagement, institutional advancement and strategic objectives.
- Participate actively and collaboratively as a member of the School's administrative leadership team.
- Support the School’s mission and be a visible presence in the community.
- Maintain and build relationships with all constituencies (parents, students, alumni, trustees, parents of alumni, faculty, staff, donors, and friends of the School).
- Serve ex officio on the Board of Trustees Advancement Committee and the Marketing & Engagement Committee.
- Manage and provide leadership to the Office of Advancement staff and volunteers.
- Develop, coordinate and manage all aspects of major giving, annual fund, capital campaign, tax credit donations, grant-writing and other areas of cultivation and development.
- Support the Parent Association.
- Oversee alumni relations.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the Head of School and assist with other projects as needed.
Fundraising - In collaboration with the Head of School:
- Provide leadership and direction for the annual fund, tax credit program, capital campaign, grant writing, and planned giving program.
- Lead efforts to cultivate donors and giving support for the S
- Establish and execute forward-thinking, goal-driven development plans, and programs.
- Evaluate each year’s giving programs and develop goals and objectives for the following year.
- Oversee the implementation of the comprehensive strategic advancement plan in consultation with both the Head of School, Advancement Committee, and Board of Trustees.
- Oversee the processing of all gift income, in conjunction with the business office, for the purpose of providing receipts and thank you letters, as well as maintaining giving records of donors to the S
- Oversee advancement related databases with the support of the advancement team.
- Educate potential donors on planned giving including, but not limited to, estate planning and tax credit giving, and corporate matches.
- Create a strong sense of community through volunteer recruitment and management for advancement efforts. Facilitate the efforts of school volunteers (including parents, alumni, and friends) with regard to fundraising activities.
- Oversee special events for the S
- Provide visionary and strategic leadership that allows all members of the team to understand their roles and contribution to achieve individual and team goals.
- Strengthen alumni relations by creating programs to foster relationships with former students and unite alumni, parents, and the School in a sense of shared experience and common purpose.
Strategic/Advancement Initiatives - Work with the Head of School to support the Board of Trustees strategic initiatives related to a
- Collaborate with the marketing/communications office and the admissions team on the School’s internal and external communications and publications, marketing plans, and related strategies.
- Seek opportunities to enhance the School's profile in the Phoenix community.
- Serve as school representative to local, regional, and national fundraising professional associations.
- Manage the strategic dashboard with the Head of School and the Board of Trustees to fulfill objectives in the strategic p
- Share creative ideas about advancement initiatives and areas of growth.
Knowledge, Skills, Characteristics, and Abilities - Enthusiasm, positive and engaging personality, and a desire to be involved in the school community.
- Organized, passionate, and relationally focused.
- Knowledge and ability to create and drive a team. Enjoys working collaboratively and in a team.
- Leadership skills that foster relationships, productivity, and passion.
- Demonstrated ability to interact positively and productively with multiple internal and external constituencies.
- Familiarity with the philanthropic environment in Phoenix or a similar city.
- Desire and skills to grow a robust development program that already has significant strengths.
- Innovative and strategic thinker who is eager to be a proactive leader with a passionate team.
- Prior successful fundraising/development experience.
- Outstanding creativity and flexibility skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and all external constituent groups.
- Attention to accuracy, confidentiality, details, and deadlines.
- Database management knowledge.
- Ability and willingness to attend evening and weekend events as needed.
Desired Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree or equivalent professional development preferred).
- Relevant and successful experience in fundraising and institutional advancement, preferably in an educational or non-profit setting.
- Demonstrated strengths in partnering with a Head of School/CEO and working in a collaborative relationship with senior administrators.
- A track record of team building and demonstrated success creating a culture of collaboration and collegiality, coupled with an openness to being coached.
- A demonstrated ability to hire well and mentor effectively.
- Understanding of the benefits of an independent, Episcopal, pre-k to eighth grade school.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Application Process and Materials This search is being conducted by Educators Collaborative on behalf of All Saints’ Episcopal Day School. Candidates interested in this position should submit a letter of interest, current resume and a list of 5 references to Marcus D. Hurlbut, Co-Managing Partner of Educators’ Collaborative at mhurlbut@educatorscollaborative.com. |