Asst. Director of Advancement, Annual Campaign at Nexus at Geneva

Pasadena, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Aug, 26

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

27 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising, Donor Stewardship, Volunteer Management, Raiser's Edge NXT, Strategic Planning, Direct Mail Solicitation, Relationship Building, Communication, Database Management, Event Planning, Prospect Research, Google Suite, AI Tools, Interpersonal Skills, Budgeting, Reporting

Industry

Description

Founded in 1958, Sequoyah School is an independent progressive K-12 day school in Pasadena, California, built on the belief that diversity of all kinds is fundamental to a powerful education. Students find joy and deep learning as they navigate curriculum while teachers guide problem-centered classrooms, fostering curiosity through intellectual exploration and opportunities for application. The school’s mission to challenge the mind, nurture the heart, and celebrate human dignity is evidenced in its place-based program and signature experiences like Field Studies, the Social Innovation Program, Talking Leaves Thesis Presentations, and more. The Assistant Director of Advancement, Annual Campaign, is responsible for building and executing a year-round fundraising plan for the Annual Campaign, the foundation of the school’s philanthropic initiatives. This role focuses on securing $1,000,000 in the first year with a mission-critical goal of 100% participation from faculty and current families. This is a collaborative, year-round position focused on identifying, cultivating, and stewarding meaningful relationships with established and potential donors. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Annual Fund Leadership & Strategy * Create and manage a comprehensive, multidimensional appeal schedule leveraging direct mail, electronic solicitation, and face-to-face meetings. * Work with communications to develop Annual Campaign collateral and a comprehensive Giving Tuesday Campaign. * Set specific dollar, participation, and qualitative goals for the annual giving program. * Personally manage a pool of prospects, cultivating relationships and moving donors through the pipeline. * Identify potential major gift and planned giving prospects. 2. Volunteer Coordination & Training * Manage the Annual Campaign volunteers, including recruitment, management, and training of parent representatives. * Create and update a Solicitor’s Training Guide annually to empower volunteers in their outreach. * Update volunteers on a weekly basis regarding their prospects and progress toward the 100% participation goal. * Organize phonathons and participation-based challenges as needed. 3. Database Management & Administration * Utilize Raiser’s Edge NXT to track visits, produce contact notes, and conduct consistent constituent follow-up. * Coordinate gift entry and acknowledgment with the Business Office to ensure timely recognition of gifts. * Draft solicitation and acknowledgment letters, including providing notes for the Head of School to personalize thank-you letters. Acknowledge first-time donors. * Analyze results by tracking progress year-over-year and generating reports for the quarterly Advancement Committee meetings. 4. Events & Community Collaboration * Work with the advancement team to execute the annual Community Auction. * Contribute content to school publications and social media to highlight donor impact. * Participate in the expansion of the alum program. * Attend on-campus and off-campus events to build community relationships. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. * Experience: Three to five years of relevant development experience, preferably in an independent school environment. * Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Raiser’s Edge software, Google Suite, and AI tools. * Fundraising Record: Proven track record managing annual campaigns, direct experience managing volunteers, and confidence in direct “asks”. * Skills: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with a professional and empathetic approach. * Attributes: Detail-oriented, collaborative, with a strong sense of fundraising ethics and confidentiality. * Commitment: Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends for events and committee meetings. DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION AT SEQUOYAH Diversity is a founding value of Sequoyah School, and we seek candidates willing and interested in upholding an equitable, inclusive environment. Sequoyah School is also an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any phase of employment. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status. For more information about Sequoyah School or to see other career opportunities, please visit our website at sequoyahschool.org [https://sequoyahschool.org].

Responsibilities

Lead the Annual Campaign to secure $1,000,000 and achieve 100% participation from faculty and families. This involves managing donor pipelines, coordinating volunteers, and utilizing Raiser's Edge for tracking and reporting.