Within the Advancement Office at STA, we are looking for an individual with advancement experience, including marketing/communications, and event and database management.

Reporting to the Director of Advancement, the Advancement Officer’s role includes:

Assist the Director with the implementation of marketing and communications activities for the purposes of fundraising, events and other school activities, including but not limited to: digital media (social, website, school monitors), direct mail, etc.
In collaboration with the Director of Advancement, help plan, and lead the implementation of, annual appeal fundraising – specifically direct response solicitations (print and electronic) and event-based solicitations, new parent events and meetings, etc.
Help plan and execute 2-3 key events per school year
Responsible for the administration, maintenance, integrity, and accuracy of the fundraising database, including gift recording, processing, receipting, acknowledgments, etc.
Generate reports, queries and lists for various purposes, including appeals, communications, events, mail-outs, etc.
Maintain pledge schedules in the database
Support the prospect development process (identification, research, cultivation, solicitation, recognition and stewardship) of individuals and organizations that are major gifts prospects under the direction of the Director of Advancement.
Develop prospect/donor research and profiles
Provide reports on prospective donors/donor contacts/activity within the Advancement office to the Director of Advancement as requested.
Contribute to a positive, welcoming environment for students, families, and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Strong writing and communication skills
Demonstrated analytical ability and preferred knowledge of Advancement processes and/or database systems, such as Raisers Edge
Excellent organizational skills, including superior attention to detail, time management, and the ability to multi-task and be proactive/efficient in a fast-paced environment
Ability to exercise tact, discretion, and good judgment when dealing with confidential and sensitive information
Good judgment and excellent problem-solving abilities
High level of professionalism, with an ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Builds strong relationships and works effectively in a team environment with a diverse range of stakeholders, including employees, parents, alumni, volunteers, and the public
This position involves occasional evening and event-based commitments, requiring a flexible approach to working hours

Qualifications

Five years of marketing experience in communications, database and event management
Annual fund experience is also preferred
Completion of post-secondary education (degree, diploma, certificate) preferred
Intermediate to advanced ability working with database management. Raisers Edge is preferred.
Intermediate to advanced skills in Google software
Demonstrated experience conducting mail merges
Previous experience in an independent school/academic environment and a background in fundraising are preferred
Enthusiasm for working in a school environment

St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Secondary School

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