Director of Annual Giving (Washington)

Director of Annual Giving

Maret School is seeking a Director of Annual Giving to lead its Annual Fund, a key component of the school's development program that encourages broad community participation, leadership giving, and volunteer involvement.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled communicator, highly organized, deadline-driven, collaborative, goal-oriented, creative, and eager to engage with a participatory volunteer community. Responsibilities include supporting community events, participating in faculty meetings and trainings, and managing various initiatives. A bachelor's degree and at least five years of successful fundraising and volunteer management experience are required. Experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge is a plus. This full-time, 12-month, in-office role reports directly to the Director of Development.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and executing a strategic, segmented annual giving program to increase participation across all constituent groups.
• Leading the Annual Giving team and collaborating with other development staff.
• Managing volunteer committees, including those for current parents, alumni parents, grandparents, and faculty.
• Managing foundation relationships and grants.
• Overseeing donor acknowledgment, stewardship, and recognition.
• Utilizing social media and technology in campaigns.
• Creating communication materials aligned with school goals and managing outreach efforts.
• Organizing meetings, events, and activities related to the Annual Fund.
• Coordinating prospect plans with the Associate Director of Development.
• Supporting new initiatives and projects as assigned.
• Working with data to produce reports and analyze giving trends.
• Developing and managing processes for annual giving.
• Partnering with the team on communications and events.
• Being an active member of the Maret community.

Maret's vibrant campus in Washington, DC, offers a dynamic environment for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, guided by a mission and core values centered on lifelong learning, citizenship, and achievement. The school values equity and inclusion and is committed to open access regardless of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or creed. All employees serve as role models and must adhere to the school's code of conduct .

To apply, send a cover letter and résumé via email to: . Please use your personal email account; applications from third-party firms or addresses will not be considered. We will contact only those whose experience aligns with our needs.

Minimum of five years of fundraising experience required.