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Development Giving Manager
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising and Program Management
Oversee the School's giving campaigns ensuring alignment with the overall fundraising strategy.
Oversee the School's giving campaigns ensuring alignment with the overall fundraising strategy.
Develop and implement fundraising campaigns and initiatives to meet or exceed budgeted goals.
Manage solicitation portfolios, including identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors.
Create and manage fundraising calendars, ensuring timely and strategic outreach to donors and prospects.
Collaborate with the Associate Head of School for Advancement and Director of Development to execute strategies for donor engagement and retention.
Donor Engagement and Stewardship:
Cultivate relationships with current and prospective donors, fostering a culture of philanthropy within the LFCDS community.
Plan and execute stewardship initiatives, including events, communications, and recognition programs, to enhance donor satisfaction and loyalty.
Work closely with faculty, staff, alumni, parents, alumni parents, grandparents, and volunteers to promote philanthropic giving and community involvement.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Collaborate with other Advancement functions, including enrollment, alumni relations, and the Parent Association to support school-wide initiatives and events.
Serve as a key liaison between the school and its external constituents, including parents, donors, volunteers, and community partners.
Data Management and Reporting:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date dashboards for fundraising activities.
Ensure donor information and interaction updates in the database.
Prepare regular reports on fundraising progress, trends, and stewardship opportunities for the Director of Development and Associate Head of School for Advancement.
Analyze data to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, development, or a related field, preferably within an educational or nonprofit environment.
Proven track record of successful fundraising and donor cultivation, with experience managing solicitation portfolios and campaigns.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Familiarity with fundraising software and donor management databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Blackbaud) is preferred.
A commitment to the mission and values of Lake Forest Country Day School and a passion for independent schools.
To Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and references via PDF to Alex Sheridan, Associate Head of School for Advancement, at alex.sheridan@lfcds.org. The deadline for materials is Friday, September 27th.
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