Associate Director of Annual Giving

Princeton Day School · Princeton, NJ · 4 wk ago

Management$80k–$90k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Associate Director of Annual Giving is a key member of the Advancement Team at Princeton Day School. Reporting to the Director of Development, this position is responsible for supporting the school’s fundraising efforts through volunteer management, communications, and creative donor engagement strategies.

Responsibilities

Support operations for The PDS Fund through execution of appeals, stewardship, communication, and events.
Manage parent and alumni annual giving volunteers by providing materials and guidance for their outreach and coordinating volunteer events.
Manage a portfolio of prospective donors, including leadership prospects.
Aid in PDS Fund analysis and suggest new participation strategies for parents and alumni.
Participate in managing the Advancement Office's partnership with GiveCampus and other potential fundraising technologies.
Execute all Day of Giving elements – email solicitations, volunteer activities, and campus involvement.
Collaborate with Director of Development and Communications colleagues to create the Annual Report.
Assist and manage other projects as needed or assigned.
Actively engage with the school community by attending athletic and artistic events, student presentations, and other occasions.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

Bachelor's degree required
3-5 years of experience in fundraising preferred
Mission-driven, with an understanding of the role education plays in the lives of individuals and society at large
Professionalism, fundraising success, and both project and volunteer management experience
Detail-oriented but mindful of the bigger picture
A collegial team player who appreciates the interdependence of a small, high-performing advancement shop
Commitment to learning and growth in a department and school that values outcomes and continuous improvement

Pay and Benefits

Compensation range: $80,000 - $90,000 annually (eligible for benefits)

This position works 5 days a week in the office located in Princeton, NJ (beautiful setting in our historic Colross building) and requires occasional evenings and weekend events. The position is full-time and part-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for PDS' competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a generous 403(b) match, paid time off, and many other valuable benefits.

Princeton Day School

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected, and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration, and innovation. Qualified candidates should submit the following to be considered: