About Mount Saint Joseph Academy

Founded in 1858, Mount Saint Joseph Academy is a Catholic college preparatory school for girls in grades 9–12. Imbued with the charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph — a spirit of unity and reconciliation — the Mount fosters excellence tempered by gentleness and compassion. Enriched by the values of the Catholic Church, the Mount offers academically rigorous programs that challenge students to shape the future, guided by the belief that "on the education of women largely depends the future of society."

About the Role

Mount Saint Joseph Academy is seeking an Advancement and Engagement Manager, an integral member of the Advancement team, responsible for strengthening engagement and philanthropic participation among parents, alumnae, and other members of the Mount community while serving as the primary liaison to the Parents Association. This role reports to the Director of Annual Giving and supports the planning and execution of annual giving initiatives, volunteer engagement programs, parent and alumnae outreach, and donor stewardship activities that advance the mission and strategic priorities of the Mount.

Primary Responsibilities

Annual Giving Support

Support the Director of Annual Giving in planning and executing a comprehensive annual giving program designed to increase participation and revenue
Assist with the implementation of annual appeals, Giving Day, fiscal year-end campaigns, and other annual giving initiatives
Support segmentation, volunteer outreach, and constituent engagement strategies that enhance annual fund performance
Partner with the Director of Annual Giving to execute reunion giving efforts and other targeted fundraising initiatives
Assist in tracking and reporting annual fund participation, volunteer activity, and campaign results

Parents Association Liaison and Volunteer Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for the Parents Association, fostering strong relationships and effective collaboration
Support Parents Association meetings, initiatives, and events to ensure alignment with the Mount's mission and goals
Recruit, train, and support parent volunteers who advance engagement and philanthropic objectives
Partner with the Director of Annual Giving on parent giving initiatives, including new parent giving and senior parent gift efforts
Identify opportunities to deepen parent engagement and strengthen the connection between volunteerism and philanthropy

Alumnae Engagement

Support the Director of Advancement Operations and Alumnae Relations in the execution of alumnae engagement initiatives, including reunions, networking opportunities, the monthly newsletter, regional gatherings, and volunteer programs
Assist with the management and support of reunion committees and Class Agent volunteers
Collaborate on efforts to engage young alumnae and strengthen lifelong connections to the Mount

Collaboration

Work closely with the Director of Annual Giving, Director of Advancement Operations and Alumnae Relations, Director of Leadership Giving, and Chief Advancement Officer to advance institutional fundraising and engagement goals
Collaborate with the Event Coordinator to ensure successful execution of parent, alumnae, donor, and campaign-related events
Maintain accurate records of engagement activities, volunteer involvement, and constituent interactions within Advancement systems
Support campaign engagement initiatives and volunteer activities as needed
Other responsibilities as assigned in line with imminent priorities

Qualifications

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience working with volunteers and constituent groups preferred
Proficiency with fundraising and database systems preferred
Commitment to the mission and values of the Mount
Ability to work nights and weekends as needed for events
Prolonged periods standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and computer/technology use throughout the working period
Must be able to lift 15 pounds as needed

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree required
At least 2–5 years of experience in advancement, fundraising, alumni relations, communications, volunteer management, or a related field; experience in independent schools or nonprofit organizations is a plus

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