Gould Academy · 5 days ago
Associate Director of Development (5051)
Bethel, ME 04217
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/ExecutiveGould Academy is seeking an Associate Director of Development who will play a pivotal role in advancing the school's mission through strategic fundraising and community engagement initiatives. The role involves collaborating with various teams to foster community support, manage fundraising events, and maintain donor relationships.
Primary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Participate in the Development team projects, including regular gift acknowledgment, event planning and donor stewardship: Collaborate with the Development team on various projects aimed at acknowledging gifts promptly and expressing gratitude to donors for their generous support
Gould Parents Association: Serve as the liaison for the Gould Parents Association, working closely with parents to foster a vibrant and supportive community
Works closely with the International Family Coordinator to steward our International Families
The GAzette: Work closely with the Communications team to contribute content to the GAzette, our platform for sharing updates, stories, and news with the Gould community
Assist in applications for Foundations/Grants: Play a vital role in preparing and submitting applications for grants and foundations, seeking financial support to bolster our programs and initiatives
Co-chair Blue Key Club w/ admissions: Collaborating with the Admissions team, you will co-chair the Blue Key Club, a group of passionate students dedicated to welcoming and engaging prospective students and their families during campus visits and events
Event Planning: Manages a schedule of parent engagement events, and assists with other Advancement events throughout the year
Parents Weekends: Coordinate and execute special Parents Weekend events, creating memorable experiences for parents to connect with their children's educational journey
Giving Tuesday: Project manage all aspects of this campaign, driving participation and maximizing the impact of donations
Gould’s Annual Spring Fundraiser: As the project manager, oversees the planning, organization, and execution of this exciting event, bringing together donors, supporters, and community members in support of our school
Email Campaigns/Appeals: Help design and implement compelling email campaigns and appeals to engage donors and encourage philanthropic contributions
Scholarship Awards: Facilitate the scholarship award process, working to recognize and celebrate recipients and thank donors
Giving Society Management: Coordinate and Facilitate the annual Giving Society mailings and updates along with the Associate Director of Alumni Relations
Facilitate the communication with the winners and donors of the Faculty Development Awards
Data/Vendor Relationship Management: Ensure the integrity of our donor database and cultivate positive relationships with vendors to optimize our fundraising efforts
Community Engagement Liaison: Foster strong connections with alumni, parents, donors, and other stakeholders, keeping them informed and engaged in our mission and initiatives
Weekly/Monthly Gift Acknowledgment lists and letters: Collaborates with the Admissions coordinator to run and manage weekly and monthly gift acknowledgment processes, ensuring donors feel appreciated and valued for their contributions
Help supervise students one night a week in an academic or residential space
Participate in a weekend duty team
Engage in community activities
Communicate and seek to reduce scheduling conflicts
Attendance and participation in team and community meetings, special events, school functions, and Four Point program, as needed
Maintenance of prompt and frequent communication with advisors and employees
Pursue annual professional development
Meet general daily professional standards regarding attendance, timeliness, and deadlines
Support the mission and philosophy of Gould acting as a positive contributor to the school community, actively participating in the life of the school as a role model of appropriate behavior with students, parents, colleagues, and other members of the school community, and enforcing school rules
Adherence to policies in the Employee Handbook and Community Guide
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and several years of fundraising and/or alumni relations experience, preferably at a secondary or higher education institution
Well-developed social skills and fearlessness in meeting new people
Entrepreneurial spirit and the willingness to take risks
High-level organizational skills
Prepare presentations and possess strong oral communication skills; ability to present in front of an audience ranging from 10 to 100+
Strong event planning skills
Ability to motivate others
Ability to travel extensively
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and to work well on deadline
Stamina
Comfort with database technology (experience with Blackbaud a plus) and standard computer programs
Ability to work well in and between teams is highly valued
Appreciation for and comfort with adolescents
Alignment with the mission and values of Gould Academy
Obtain CHRC clear status from Maine Department of Education
Successfully pass a criminal and sexual offender background check
Possess a valid US driver's license
Company
Gould Academy
Gould Academy is a primary and secondary educational institution.
Founded in 1836
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David Willis
Assistant Head of School - CFO & COO
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