The Assistant Director for Fundraising and Constituent Relations reports to the Director of Advancement. This position joins a dynamic Advancement Office team that spearheads all facets of institutional advancement, including development, constituent relations and engagement, and communications. The Assistant Director supports multiple directors, including the Director of Advancement, Director of Advancement Events, Director of Alumni Relations, and Director of Annual Giving. This position will be engaged in a number of fundraising and stewardship initiatives in support of overall annual giving. This position will also be responsible for several office administrative duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree and three to five years of related experience in development, fundraising, communications, or alumni relations in an independent school or nonprofit Advancement or Development office
• Outstanding oral, written, listening, and communication skills, along with the ability to present information concisely, accurately, and effectively
• Flexibility and a strong attention to detail
• Ability to balance competing priorities in complex situations and manage tight deadlines in fast-paced environment
• Consistently and reliably foster a spirit of collaboration by showing initiative, willingness to help others, and commitment to team goals
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with volunteers, donors and prospects, administrators, and staff
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, combined with the ability to work independently with little supervision
• Assure discreet and confidential handling of all business
• Expertise with Microsoft Office and the Google Suite is essential
• Experience with CRM databases and GiveCampus is preferred
• Willingness to develop an understanding and appreciation of the culture and traditions of The Potomac School
  In striving to fulfill its mission, The Potomac School seeks many different voices, viewpoints, and backgrounds. We recognize that differences are a source of strength, and we know that everyone is enriched when each person’s contributions and perspectives are valued

• Managing administrative detail for a variety of projects
• Managing office invoices and supplies
• Maintaining the office and advancement event calendars
• Serving as recording secretary for staff meetings
• Assuring discreet and confidential handling of all business
• Updating and coding data in Veracross, our fundraising database