Annual Giving Manager

Annual Giving Manager JobID:

820

Position Type:

Administration and Staff/Manager, Annual Giving

Date Posted:

4/20/2026

Location:

Staff and Administration

Date Available:

Immediate Annual Giving Manager Full-Time, Year-Round • Exempt • Reports to Director of Advancement Why Pembroke Hill For more than 125 years, The Pembroke Hill School has been a cornerstone of Kansas City's educational landscape, inspiring students from early childhood through 12th grade to think boldly, act with integrity, and contribute meaningfully to the world. Our Advancement team plays a vital role in sustaining that mission - connecting the school's extraordinary community of alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends to the work happening inside our classrooms every day. This is a chance to join a collaborative, mission-driven team where your work directly fuels student opportunity. If you are energized by relationship-building and fund raising, enjoy crafting compelling stories, and want to see the tangible impact of your efforts - this role is for you. The Opportunity As Annual Giving Manager, you will lead the Pembroke Hill School Fund -the engine behind our annual philanthropic support. You will design and execute strategies that deepen donor engagement, grow our giving community, and maximize annual fund revenue. This is both a strategic and hands-on role: you will manage a personal portfolio of donors, oversee direct outreach campaigns, coordinate volunteers, and contribute to the publications and reporting that tell our school's philanthropic story. Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive salary and a strong benefits package, including: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan with employer contribution Generous paid time off and school holidays Tuition remission benefit for dependents enrolled at Pembroke Hill Professional development support, including conference attendance What You'll Do Annual Giving Program Leadership Lead the Pembroke Hill School Fund, aligning program strategy with the School's Strategic Plan to grow donor prospects and retain loyal supporters. Manage a personal portfolio of annual donors - cultivating relationships, making solicitations, and stewarding gifts - while meeting defined monthly visit and solicitation goals. Oversee the calendar of direct mail and email appeals to alumni, parents, grandparents, friends, and faculty/staff. Draft compelling annual fund appeal communications and determine smart segmentation strategies. Continuously develop new approaches to engage first-time donors and expand the overall giving community. Volunteer & Reunion Gift Efforts Coordinate annual giving volunteer recruitment: recommend candidates for leadership roles, organize training meetings, and provide ongoing guidance throughout the year. Lead select Reunion Gift efforts, including identifying and recruiting committee chairs, supporting engagement activities, preparing materials, and writing acknowledgment letters. Data Analysis & Strategic Planning Review and analyze gift reports to assess the status of fundraising efforts against goals. Develop and execute strategies to achieve alumni class goals and overall annual fund targets. Establish and track benchmarks that improve annual giving trends over time. Donor Stewardship & Communications Collaborate with the Database Management and Donor Relations Managers to produce accurate, personalized donor acknowledgment letters. Oversee stewardship correspondence from the Head of School and Director of Advancement. Contribute to the Annual Philanthropy Report, from concept development to proofreading to drafting high-impact messaging. Who You Are You thrive in a role that blends strategy with relationship. You're a clear communicator who can move seamlessly between writing a donor appeal and sitting across the table from a longtime supporter. You take pride in accuracy, love a well-organized plan, and believe deeply that community generosity can change a child's educational experience. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience 1-2 years of experience in development, fundraising, or a relationship-centered field (education experience a plus) Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities without losing the details Comfortable with technology, including donor databases, email platforms, and social media Highest ethical standards and a commitment to donor confidentiality Flexibility for occasional evenings and weekends, primarily tied to a handful of key school events each year (approximately 5% of time) What Success Looks Like In your first 90 days: You've learned the School Fund's history, donor base, and current-year goals. You've introduced yourself to key donors and volunteers and begun building your portfolio relationships. You have a clear picture of the annual giving calendar and upcoming campaign priorities. By the end of year one: Donor participation and annual fund revenue are tracking at or above benchmark. You've launched at least one new engagement initiative that expanded the donor pool. Volunteer programs are running smoothly, and committee members feel supported and motivated. How to Apply We'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why this role and Pembroke Hill feel like the right fit. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please note: Because this role involves access to financial accounts and gift processing, a credit and background check will be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening process. The Pembroke Hill School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Pembroke Hill School participates in E- Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of hire.