Director of Development

Darlington School seeks a Director of Development to join a talented, enthusiastic advancement team. The Director of Development role is a key member of the Advancement team and reports to the Chief Advancement Officer. The Director of Development is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Advancement team as well as strategic partnership with the Chief Advancement Officer and Head of School. The ideal candidate has a passion for education and is an experienced fundraiser and excellent communicator.

Key Responsibilities

• Works with the Head of School, Chief Advancement Officer and Advancement Committee of the Board of Trustees to develop strategies to initiate and meet aggressive fundraising goals.
• Manages Development office, including Alumni Relations, gift accounting/database and other fundraising priorities
• Manages a portfolio of prospects capable of giving $5,000 or more, moving them from identification through solicitation. Design and implement personalized strategies for each prospect.
• Designs, implements and manages fundraising activities including endowment and other school-related solicitations.
• Manages strategies and activities for donor cultivation, solicitation, and relations.
• Manages and develops proposals for foundations and corporations.
• Partners with the Communications and Admissions Offices to support all external work of the school.
• Works closely with the Business Office to ensure proper recording and reporting of gifts.

Successful Candidates Will

• Have a minimum of five years leading a team
• Have a track record of identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts
• Believe in and supports the mission of Darlington School
• Possess loyalty to a team; willing spirit in supporting team projects and team members
• Be a service oriented problem-solver who is able to successfully work with diverse individuals
• Be highly organized with strong attention to deadlines, detail and accuracy in a fluid environment
• Exhibit collaborative spirit when responding to emerging or unplanned projects
• Have excellent oral, written, telephone and e-mail communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with a variety of constituents
• Have strong computer skills, including high competency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Raiser's Edge.
• Be willing to travel as required, and to work evenings and weekends as necessary
• Have a Bachelor's degree (communications, nonprofit management, public relations, or related field)