Job Posting
Our Lady of the Elms, an independent, private, all-girls Catholic School founded in 1923, seeks a Director
of Annual Giving. Reporting to the President, the Director is responsible for planning, implementing and
managing the Annual Fund for the School. Responsibilities include:
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Develop a comprehensive annual fund plan based on the mission and strategic goals of the
School
Build strong relationships with donors, current parents and parents of alumnae
Work in concert with the Elms Alumnae Director to develop and enhance an alumnae
engagement plan that includes annual giving and a class agent program
Oversee planning and execution of all fundraising events within the School, including February
Fantasy (celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2018)
Collaborate with the Director of External Affairs to ensure the School community is aware of
annual giving opportunities
Produce regular updates and progress reports to share with the President, CFO and Board of
Trustees
Oversee Raiser’s Edge input, processing and reporting
Manages the President’s schedule for major donor visits, cultivation and stewardship
Qualifying experience:
 Three years of experience in fundraising, philanthropy, revenue generation
 Experience in a not-for-profit setting
 Experience in an independent girls’ school or a Catholic school
 Experience with Raiser’s Edge software (a plus!)
Requirements:
 B.A. degree in communications, marketing or business
 Must pass FBI background check
 Veritas training is required and will be provided
Please send a cover letter, resume and the names and addresses of five (5) professional references to:
Deborah Farquhar Jones, President
Our Lady of the Elms
1375 West Exchange Street
Akron, OH 44313
No phone calls, please.