Director of Philanthropy and Alum Engagement

Founded in 1898 — one of the first girls’ boarding schools in Massachusetts — Miss Hall’s School is recognized internationally for its experiential leadership curriculum, service and internship programs, and inclusive global community. The School inspires and encourages each girl to pursue the highest standards of learning and character; to contribute boldly and creatively to the common good; and to seek a purposeful life based on honor, respect, growth, and personal authenticity.

About the role

This strategic leader empowers girls and women by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts. The Director of Philanthropy and Alum Engagement works closely with Miss Hall’s alums across generations to understand their interests and philanthropic motivations and align with the MHS mission and priorities. They get to know graduates, create meaningful opportunities for connection, and strengthen alum networks. In collaboration with the Advancement Team, they inspire involvement and cultivate a vibrant alum community.

Miss Hall’s School is committed to diversifying its faculty and encourages applicants who are committed to bringing a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens to their work.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts
• Engage with alums to understand their interests and philanthropic motivations
• Create meaningful opportunities for alum connection and strengthen alum networks
• Collaborate with the Advancement Team to inspire involvement and cultivate a vibrant alum community
• Contribute to campaign planning and execution
• Utilize Advancement CRM systems and a data-informed approach to relationship management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus
• Minimum 10 years of fundraising experience
• Demonstrated success in soliciting and closing gifts of $25,000+
• Dedicated Alum Relations experience
• Familiarity with campaign planning and execution
• Proficiency with Advancement CRM systems
• Highest ethical standards, integrity, and judgment; ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information with discretion

Qualifications

• Vision: ability to think strategically and creatively about annual and multi-year fundraising
• Voice: excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills, with the ability to inspire and connect diverse audiences
• Interpersonal efficacy: emotional intelligence and the ability to move comfortably between all constituents
• Gumption: commitment to the Miss Hall’s School Mission and Core Values
• Proven success as a member of a collaborative team, with management experience preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion and to serving a diverse, global community

Benefits

• Employer will assist with relocation costs

Pay

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $105,000, developed using NAIS and other competitive benchmarking systems, as well as candidate experience.

Miss Hall’s School is unable to sponsor visa applications for candidates for employment in the 2026-27 school year.