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General Summary

The Senior Director of Annual Programs is responsible for providing innovative leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for the McDonogh Fund and annual fundraising program. The Senior Director will implement the annual operating plan and budget for annual programs designed to attain the philanthropy goals and the academic missions of the School.

Compensation for this position will generally be offered in the range of $100,000 - $120,000. Individual offers will be specific, and based on education, experience, and benchmarking parameters.

Essential Functions

• Support the Chief Philanthropy Officer in developing and implementing strategic efforts to support annual fundraising and stewardship
• Directly supervises the capital program team
• Manage a portfolio of prospects
• Work with the Chief Philanthropy Officer and the Senior Directors to the Office of Philanthropy to ensure smooth office operations and administration
• Oversee and coordinate implementation of the Moves Management process for the McDonogh Fund
• Develop, coordinate, and support projects and communications across teams to ensure seamless implementation and cultivate a collaborative environment
• Support the Chief Philanthropy Officer in managing office personnel activities, including the hiring, training, and onboarding new staff and implementation of annual goal-setting/evaluation process for the Office of Philanthropy to help staff successfully meet their goals
• Participate in the annual budgeting process and oversee the annual operating budget for annual programs
• Build and sustain an inclusive culture that reflects and responds to the diversity of the philanthropy team and broader McDonogh community; model a responsibility to speak about race and other social identifiers both inside and outside the school
• Direct and deliver professional development activities including monthly workshops and annual retreat for the Office of Philanthropy

Recommended Employment Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred . Must have at least 5-7 years of experience in alumni relations, development, nonprofit management, client service or related field.

Additional Experience

• Demonstrated experience with fundraising databases - Raiser’s Edge preferred
• Must have strong computer and analytical skills
• Must have working knowledge and skillset with the Microsoft Office and Google suites of products

Additional Requirements

• A commitment to the McDonogh mission and values
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and sophisticated fundraising environment
• Commitment to continued learning (personal and team) and development on issues of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Demonstrated respect for relationships both internal and external to the school
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
• Must be a proactive and strategic thinker
• Must be detail-oriented and able to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Must be self-motivated and able to participate effectively in a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions

Evening and weekend hours are required. Lifting and carrying of equipment is typical, generally under 25 pounds, with occasional need to lift up to 50 pounds. Lifting up to 50 pounds. Must be willing to travel as needed to represent the School. Other working conditions include climbing stairs, walking around campus, sitting, standing, and significant computer use including extensive close use of a computer monitor.