Collegiate School

Campaign Assistant to the Chief Development Officer

Henrico County, VA (On-site)

Collegiate School seeks a highly professional Campaign Assistant to the Chief Development Officer to serve as the strategic and administrative partner during the campaign. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this individual will provide administrative support to the campaign and serve as a welcoming ambassador for the Development Office. This position requires a high degree of confidentiality, initiative, exceptional organization, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, donor-centric environment. This is a 70% (28 hours/week), 10-month non-benefited position. General responsibilities will include: * Supports the Chief Development Officer with campaign management and administrative duties, including but not limited to (90%): * Prepares materials in advance of committee and donor/prospect meetings  * Attends Development Committee meetings; prepares meeting materials and agendas, follow up items, scheduling and meeting minutes * Enters information and meeting notes into Raiser’s Edge NXT and pulls activity reports * Works with the Database Manager to pull activity reports to measure activity against goals * Proactively manages the CDO’s calendar and Development Office calendar to ensure deadlines are met * Attends campaign-related events and provides event support as needed * Assists with drafting proposals, and gift and pledge agreements * Provides logistic support for meetings and travel * Creates event briefing materials * Assists with expense reporting * Creates and runs reports and lists, as needed to support external efforts and outreach * Other Duties (10%) * Responds to requests from the Collegiate community and provides timely follow through * Manage and orders supplies for the Development Office * Manages Development Conference Room calendar * Answers general Development Office phone and greets visitors * Attends and assists with departmental and school-wide events, as needed * May provide occasional assistance to other areas of the Development Office, as needed    Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications and competencies:  * Bachelor’s Degree * Interest in development/advancement and education; development experience preferred * Strong written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal skills * High degree of initiative and follow through * High degree of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality * High level of attention to detail * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, working independently and as a member of a team * Proficiently uses Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Google Sheets * Experience in Blackbaud Raiser’s or other Relationship Management System (RMS) a plus * Collaborative team player, in Development Office and across the School  It is critical that candidates demonstrate a commitment to the School’s Core Values and Mission  HONOR  Personal integrity and devotion to the truth, which make one trustworthy, forthright, responsible and fair. LOVE OF LEARNING  A creative spirit that promotes intellectual and personal growth through exploration, inquiry and openness to change. EXCELLENCE A sustained commitment to meeting high standards of character, achievement and personal accountability. RESPECT Fundamental regard for the dignity and worth of each individual. COMMUNITY A commitment to responsive and compassionate citizenship and service on campus, in the local community and in the broader world.   Required Competencies: * Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate the School’s shared purpose; builds trust among colleagues; is accountable; lives up to commitments. * Proven cross cultural competency skills demonstrating self awareness, awareness of others and the ability to adopt inclusive perspectives, attitudes and behaviors to drive inclusion and belonging in the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community. * Demonstrates a strong commitment to a servant leadership model focusing on the growth and development of the team to successfully fulfill shared goals. * Understands the big picture and handles areas of responsibility in a manner consistent with the School’s mission and values.  Offers assistance within the office especially during busy times. * Relates to the Collegiate community including faculty, staff, students, parents and applicants in a cooperative manner. * Meets deadlines, demonstrates effective use of time and handles multiple assignments simultaneously. * Understands the need for growth and is receptive to constructive feedback. * Maintains confidentiality at all times. Who we are  Collegiate School is a co-educational, independent day school located in Henrico County, within 20 minutes of downtown Richmond, Virginia, for students in Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade. For more than 100 years, Collegiate has nurtured inquisitive thinkers, responsible citizens, and compassionate leaders. Grounded in the values that have sustained it over the course of more than a century, Collegiate provides its nearly 1,700 students with an engaging academic environment dedicated to preparing them for a globally connected and changing world. The essence of Collegiate School is the richness of relationships among students, faculty, parents, administrators, and alumni in a dynamic learning community with high personal and academic expectations. This exceptional educational environment enables students to develop their potential for intellectual growth, leadership, and service.  Why Collegiate?  Collegiate School is well-regarded for developing students into citizens who lead, serve and shape the world. We do so with the help of a caring faculty and staff who also have opportunities to lead, serve and shape the world, through the young lives they touch. Below are just a few examples of some of the great advantages of working at Collegiate: * Excellent professional development opportunities for faculty and staff * Collaborative working environment * A rich employee benefits [https://www.collegiate-va.org/page/List-Detail?pk=71818] package (which includes free lunch!) * Opportunities for growth and leadership * An environment that fosters creative and innovative instruction The School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), age, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment decisions at the School are based on merit, qualifications and skills.