Advancement Development Manager: Girard College

Bryn Mawr College; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent institution in the United Kingdom is seeking an Advancement Development Manager to oversee operations within the Advancement Office. Your responsibilities will include managing donor engagement initiatives, coordinating special events, and ensuring timely processes. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree and has 3-5 years of relevant experience in nonprofit operations. A commitment to the organization's mission is essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in development, advancement, or nonprofit operations.
• Prior experience in gift processing, event management, or office budget oversight preferred.
• Experience managing volunteers, alumni, or personnel is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Advancement Office processes for timely gift processing and donor acknowledgments.
• Plan and execute special events in coordination with the Advancement Department.
• Produce queries and reports within Raiser’s Edge for progress tracking.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Advancement Development Manager is responsible for overseeing various aspects of the Advancement Office, including operations management, board and committee support, special events and donor engagement, and reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee Advancement Office processes, ensuring timely gift/pledge processing, reconciliation, and donor acknowledgments.
• Collaborate with the Girard Estate team to ensure accurate donor records and reporting.
• Maintain and monitor the Advancement calendar to track key operational activities for the advancement team, including donor stewardship & engagement initiatives, and grant and reporting deadlines.
• Manage calendars for Fund for Girard College Board meetings and the Girard College Advancement Subcommittee meetings, including preparation and distribution of materials.
• Serve as the primary liaison for the Fund for Girard College and its committees.
• Plan and execute special events in coordination with the Advancement Department.
• Prepare donor-related materials (e.g., memos, lists) to support cultivation and solicitation activities.
• Produce queries and reports within Raiser’s Edge to track progress to annual and quarterly Advancement Office goals, reporting metrics, and other operational tasks as needed.
• Monitor EITC/OSTC program requests and follow-up activities.
• Manage the Student Ambassador program to support fundraising events and outreach.

Education and Qualifications Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3-5 years of experience in development, advancement, or nonprofit operations.
• Prior experience in gift processing, event management, or office budget oversight preferred.
• Experience managing volunteers, alumni, or personnel is a plus.
• Proven ability to organize and prioritize tasks to support organizational growth.
• A sincere belief in the mission of Girard College and a commitment to continuing Stephen Girard’s philanthropic legacy.
• Experience managing confidential information with accuracy and integrity.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to engage internal/external stakeholders.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed for events or donor engagements.
• Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge or comparable CRM database software (ability to become an expert within 6 months).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Zoom, and Microsoft Teams.

To apply for the Advancement Development Manager position, please visit our website careers page at www.girardcollege.edu