Director of Advancement & Campaign Growth

Mission Grammar School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefit for employees'children

Generous employee benefits package

Job summary

Mission Grammar School in Boston seeks a Director of Advancement to lead a comprehensive fundraising plan that supports the school’s mission amid a 30M capital campaign. The successful candidate will oversee fundraising and communications and work closely with the School Board.

The role focuses on major giving, annual giving, donor stewardship, events, and building a donor-centered culture with data-driven strategies and CRM oversight.

Qualifications

• Strategic leader with strong fiscal management and project management skills.
• Experienced fundraiser with major gifts, campaigns and events.
• Track record of building relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Self-directed, flexible and able to work independently or in teams.
• Knowledge of fundraising policies and donor strategy.
• High ethical standards and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy for donors.
• Lead Major Giving, donor cultivation and campaign activities.
• Partner with the President and Board to drive capital campaigns.
• Oversee annual gala, events, and donor stewardship programs.
• Supervise the Advancement Associate and CRM data integrity.
• Coordinate with Finance to reconcile donations and prepare reports.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Fundraising experience

Relationship building

Data-driven donor strategy

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Little Green Light CRM

Job description

Mission Grammar School in Boston seeks a Director of Advancement to lead a comprehensive fundraising plan that supports the school’s mission amid a 30M capital campaign. The successful candidate will oversee fundraising and communications and work closely with the School Board.

The role focuses on major giving, annual giving, donor stewardship, events, and building a donor-centered culture with data-driven strategies and CRM oversight.