Development Manager

Epiphany is an independent school for children of economically disadvantaged families, with scholarships for all. We admit children of diverse faiths, races, cultures, and cognitive profiles, believing in the Episcopal tradition that we find God in and through each other. In close partnership with families and community partners, we are an innovative learning community. We offer structured support to enable children to discover and develop the fullness of their individual gifts and to help their families thrive. Our Early Learning Center serves infants, toddlers and preschoolers through a rich, child-centered curriculum and whole-family program model to ensure kindergarten readiness and family self-sufficiency. Our Middle School offers small classes, individualized curricula, and extended hours providing rigorous academic, moral and social instruction to children in grades five through eight. Our Graduate Support Program provides abiding educational, personal and career guidance and assistance to our graduates, ensuring they are prepared to contribute intelligently, morally, and actively to the society they will inherit. Our Teacher Training Program supports aspiring urban teachers, including many of our own graduates. Our Impact Center shares best practices to improve educational outcomes on a broad scale. Together we are a school that never gives up on a child.

Description

Key Responsibilities

Data & Systems Management:

• Accurately enter and acknowledge gifts to the school in a timely manner.
• Produce donor reports, recognition and outreach lists, and giving summaries for internal and external use.
• Build and analyze fundraising campaigns using CRM tools.
• Reconcile monthly financial reports with the Business Office and Advancement leadership.
• Maintain both electronic and hard copy filing systems for donor records and correspondence.
• Track correspondence with donors on both an individual and group basis.
• Assist with donor data tracking, analysis, and prospect research.

Donor Engagement & Stewardship:

• Execute and manage donor acknowledgment processes for annual and special campaigns.
• Partner with Advancement colleagues to strengthen donor stewardship and connectivity.
• Respond to donor inquiries with professionalism and care.

Marketing & Events:

• Partner with Advancement leadership on the planning and execution of fundraising and cultivation events.
• Support the development and launch of a Monthly Giving Program.
• Lead and maintain social media engagement across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and YouTube in partnership with the Director of Impact.

Administrative & Team Support:

• Support donor visits, trustee meetings, and special events as needed.
• Occasionally, provide administrative support to the Chief Development Officer and Head of School.
• Manage and order office supplies, event materials, and donor stewardship gifts.
• Help direct departmental interns or volunteers.
• Provide administrative support to trustees and volunteers using the BoardEffect platform.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the Advancement team and the mission of Epiphany.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in development, advancement, or related fields.
• Proficiency with donor databases/CRMs such as Blackbaud’s eTapestry, Constant Contact, Wealth Engine, or similar platforms.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or Google Workspace.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to build relationships.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Professionalism, maturity, and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Reports to:

Senior Director of Annual Giving & Development Operations.

Why Join Us?

At Epiphany, you’ll be part of a passionate, mission-driven team that believes in the power of education to change lives. This is an opportunity to use your development expertise to impact students, families, and the broader community directly.

Medical Insurance, Life, and Dental offered, all subject to premium split; may participate in retirement program.

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