Manager of Annual Giving

Manager of Annual Giving The Ursuline School seeks a strategic and relationship-driven Manager of Annual Giving to join its Advancement team. Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, this individual will lead the planning, execution, and growth of the school's Annual Fund and parent giving initiatives. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and results-oriented professional who can effectively engage alumnae, parents, past parents, faculty, staff, and friends in support of the school's mission through thoughtful cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Key Responsibilities Plan and implement multi-channel campaigns (mail, email, digital, phone) to achieve participation and revenue goals. Cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors through personalized outreach, visits, and events. Maintain accurate donor records, analyze giving trends, and generate reports to inform strategy. Plan donor recognition activities, coordinate volunteer engagement, and support fundraising events, including Day of Giving, Crowds4 TUS, Ursuline's one-day giving event, and other parent fundraisers. Collaborate with school leadership and colleagues, including the President, Principal, Admissions, and Marketing & Communications teams, to advance fundraising priorities. Attend approximately 10-12 evening or weekend school events annually. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required. 3+ years of fundraising experience, preferably in independent schools, higher education, or nonprofit settings. Demonstrated success in annual fundraising and growing donor participation. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to make a compelling case for support to current and prospective donors. Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with donor databases such as Raisers Edge, GiveSmart or similar database systems preferred. Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities independently. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to: employment@ursulinenewrochelle.org About The Ursuline School The Ursuline School is a private, independent, Catholic, college preparatory girls' school serving grades 6-12 in New Rochelle, located just 20 miles north of Manhattan in a diverse suburban community. Founded in 1897 in the spirit of St. Angela Merici, the school is part of a global network of Ursuline educators spanning the United States and 36 countries and is accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools, New York State Association of Independent Schools, International Coalition of Girls Schools, and the New York State Board of Regents. Ursuline is known for its rigorous academic program, robust service opportunities, and commitment to educating the whole person. The Ursuline School is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring faculty, administration, and staff of diverse backgrounds. Our community promotes respect for individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other state or federally protected classification.