Development Associate

Cathy Bergstrom

Fairfield Country Day School is looking for a Development Associate with Raiser's Edge experience. Position can be found on our website at:

Details:

Fairfield Country Day School (FCDS) is a leading independent boys day school in Fairfield, Connecticut for students in kindergarten through grade nine. Steeped in the tradition of liberal arts for over eight decades, FCDS is dedicated to the personal growth and intellectual enrichment of boys. FCDS believes that an all-boys educational experience creates thoughtful, resilient global citizens who are enriched by their relationships with others and are committed to living up to their own remarkable potential. FCDS seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated professional to provide critical support for the school’s Development Department.

The Development Associate is responsible for the overall management of the constituent database (Raiser's Edge) and working with the Director of Development on the School's annual giving program. He/She will take primary responsibility for the accurate and timely entry of donations and the gift acknowledgement system. This position works closely with all members of the school community including: faculty and staff, current parents, alumni, parents of alumni, and grandparents. The ability to build relationships, communicate clearly and effectively, and help manage multiple projects is essential.

Specific Responsibilities:

Responsible for accuracy, consistency, and integrity of the data maintained in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge / RE NXT

Execute and coordinate annual fund solicitation mailing of all constituencies

Gift entry, receipt, and acknowledgement program

Generate donor lists, mailing lists, fundraising updates and customized reports as needed by DOD and Head of School

Serve as a liaison between the Development Office and the Business Office, and generate quarterly reconciliation reports for audit

Track event RSVPs and generate event name tags when applicable

Assist with alumni engagement efforts throughout the year including managing class notes, supporting alumni reunion and other gatherings, assisting with alumni fundraising efforts, supporting alumni outcomes and story/editorial efforts.

Provide support for events, including fundraising, cultivation, alumni events, and other school gatherings

Discretion and confidentiality at all times

Requirements:

Undergraduate degree and at least two years of fundraising experience, preferably in the educational environment

Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Google Suite, comfort with databases (Blackbaud’s The Raiser’s Edge /RE NXT database experience required), and insight into emergent technologies

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational and administrative skills, ability to multi-task

This position may require occasional evening and weekend work

Desired Qualities:

Fundraising, constituent engagement, and/or customer service experience preferred

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fun and fast-paced environment

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to manage short- and long-term projects

Ability to collaborate and work with administrators, faculty, staff, and volunteers on a collegial basis

TO APPLY:

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to contact FCDS. Please provide:

A cover letter expressing their interest in this particular position;

A current résumé;

Feel free to contact our Director of Development, Paul Mountcastle at paul.mountcastle@fairfieldcountryday.org