Arlington, VA

Job Description

Bishop O’Connell High School, a diocesan Catholic co-educational college preparatory high school with 1,200 students located in Arlington, Va., is seeking an experienced Manager of Annual Giving.
The Manager will be responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive and strategic Annual Giving program. The Manager will apply current annual giving best practices to grow the Annual Fund through increased revenue, participation, retention and average gift size.

Responsibilities

•Develop a strategic annual giving plan and related materials to achieve annual goals
•Implement communication strategies through direct mail, email and social media platforms
•Manage a portfolio of 100+ Annual Fund leadership donors
•Analyze giving data and prepare appropriate reports
•Identify and manage a committee of annual giving volunteers
•Coordinate donor receptions and special events
•Attend and support Advancement events as needed
•Develop and sustain an Alumni Reunion Giving Program
•Participate actively in the life of the Bishop O’Connell community

Qualifications

•Minimum of five years in the fundraising field or transferrable skills or experience
•Proven track record of achieving annual revenue targets or goals
•Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
•Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
•Demonstrated ability to think and plan strategically
•Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively as a team member
•Strong quantitative and analytical skills
•Experience developing and executing an annual budget
•Proven volunteer management and event planning skills a plus
•Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
•Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or data base management experience
•Proficient in Microsoft Office applications especially Word, Excel and Power Point

About Bishop O’Connell High School

Bishop Denis J. O’Connell High School is a faith-filled community of learning, rooted in a 57-year tradition of service and excellence.

Founded by six local parishes in 1957, our school was built to serve the rapidly growing suburban Catholic population in the Washington, D.C. area. Today, our student body of over 1,100 reflects the diversity of this community.

The spiritual atmosphere at O’Connell is enriched by the presence of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, who have served the school population since its doors opened in 1957.

Bishop O’Connell is accredited by the Virginia Catholic Education Association and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools – Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.

In 1992-1993, Bishop O’Connell High School was named as a Blue Ribbon School by the Department of Education.

Learn More: http://www.bishopoconnell.org

How to Apply

Contact Kim Aubry. See our website for contact information.