Manager of Annual Giving

The Ursuline School seeks a strategic and relationship-driven Manager of Annual Giving to join its

Advancement team. Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, this individual will lead the planning,

execution, and growth of the school’s Annual Fund and parent giving initiatives. The ideal candidate is a

collaborative and results-oriented professional who can effectively engage alumnae, parents, past

parents, faculty, staff, and friends in support of the school’s mission through thoughtful cultivation,

solicitation, and stewardship.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement multi-channel Annual Fund campaigns (mail, email, digital, and phone) to achieve participation and revenue goals

Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors through personalized outreach, meetings, and events

Maintain accurate donor records, analyze giving trends, and generate reports to inform strategy

Plan and support donor recognition and stewardship initiatives

Coordinate volunteer engagement and assist with fundraising events, including Day of Giving (Crowds4TUS) and other parent-driven initiatives

Collaborate with school leadership and colleagues, including the President, Principal, Admissions, and Marketing & Communications teams, to advance fundraising priorities

Participate fully in school life, including events, meetings, and advancement activities Support a culture of philanthropy across the school community

Attend approximately 10–12 evening or weekend school events annually

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Minimum of 3 years of fundraising experience, preferably in independent schools, higher education, or nonprofit organizations

Demonstrated success in annual fund fundraising and growing donor participation

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate a compelling case for support

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience with donor databases such as Raiser’s Edge, GiveSmart, or similar systems preferred

Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities independently

The Ursuline School offers competitive benefits packages for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short and long-term disability, life insurance plans and 403(b) plan. Generous time off, including school holidays.

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