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Position Details

General Summary

The Assistant Director of the McDonogh Fund will work collaboratively with the Senior Director of Annual Programs to develop and execute the annual giving strategy and goals. The Assistant Director will oversee McDonogh Fund operations, including stewardship events and opportunities to demonstrate and celebrate philanthropic impact. The Assistant Director will also serve as a frontline fundraiser with a portfolio of annual giving prospects, and will manage a McDonogh Fund volunteer committee comprising multiple constituencies.

Compensation for this position will generally be offered in the range of $55,000 - $65,000. Individual offers will be specific, and based on education, experience, and benchmarking parameters.

Essential Functions

• Serve as the operational coordinator of the McDonogh Fund program. Assist in strategy development and goal setting for programs within the McDonogh Fund
• Lead the planning and execution of donor recognition events (Shield Society Luncheon, Orange & Black Dinner)
• Develop, write, and assemble stewardship pieces showing impact throughout the year in collaboration with the Director of Donor Relations Marketing
• In partnership with the Director of the McDonogh Fund, develop the McDonogh Fund team’s giving challenges and implement strategies to engage donors
• Manage committees for the 12th grade family special gift effort and 1-3 reunion gift efforts. Partner with the committees to set goals and solicit gifts. Communicate regularly to track progress
• Develop and execute a robust McDonogh Fund volunteer program (approximately 25 volunteers) representing a cross-section of all constituencies
• In partnership with the Digital Gift Officer, oversee the organizational, educational, and solicitation strategies to further enhance the Almost Alumni program
• Manage a portfolio (<50) of annual fund prospects
• Assist with the planning and proofing of the Annual Report of Giving
• Other duties as assigned

Recommended Employment Qualifications

Must have a college degree and at least 3-5 years professional experience in fundraising.

Additional Experience

• Demonstrated ability with technology platforms such as Zoom, Slack, and Asana
• Demonstrated experience with fundraising databases - Raiser’s Edge preferred
• Must have working knowledge of the Microsoft Office and Google suites of products
• Proven effectiveness as a fundraiser

Additional Requirements

• A results-oriented, proactive, strategic thinker with a high degree of integrity
• Ability to effectively manage and motivate volunteers
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and sophisticated fundraising environment
• Able to work with multiple and changing priorities
• All McDonogh employees should uphold the School's mission and philosophy, and demonstrate the School's core character values.
• Commitment to continued learning (personal and team) and development on issues of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Demonstrated ability to organize time, handle multiple priorities and deadlines, be self-motivated and able to participate effectively in a team
• Excellent organizational, listening, and analytical skills and someone driven to set and reach challenging goals
• Strong computer and analytic skills
• Strong initiative, creativity, and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and a thorough understanding of individual and special gift fundraising principles

Working Conditions

Evening and weekend hours may be required. Lifting and carrying of equipment is not typical but may be required on rare occasions. Lifting up to 25 pounds. Other working conditions include climbing stairs, walking around campus, sitting, standing, and significant computer use including extensive close use of a computer monitor.