Employment Type : Full-Time
The Gillen Brewer School, a special needs elementary school on the upper east side of Manhattan is currently seeking to hire a Director of Communications and Annual Giving to join our administration team. We are hoping to fill this position immediately with the right candidate. Gillen Brewer offers competitive salaries, performance/longevity bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package. To be considered, interested applicants MUST submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters. No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Job Title: Director of Communications and Annual Giving Summary The Director of Communications and Annual Giving is responsible for leading and growing the Gillen Brewer School’s Annual Giving programs to achieve specific fundraising and engagement goals in parent leadership giving, parent participation, alumni participation, faculty and staff participation, and all donor constituencies. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Communications and Annual Giving collaborates with School Leadership in developing the strategic direction, management, and coordination for Gillen Brewer's internal and external events, communications, marketing, branding, and diverse fundraising efforts. This position will assist school leadership in conceptualizing, writing, managing, and proofing content for a diverse array of communications projects for the school, such newsletters, op-eds, internal briefings, reports, presentations, website design, and internal and external communications. This highly organized, flexible, creative, and innovative roll-up-your-sleeves executive must have excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills, a track record in effective fundraising and event management, and a strong desire to understand and manage every aspect of the school's fundraising efforts from an administrative, programmatic, and fiscal perspective. The Director of Communications and Annual Giving is a key member of the Institutional Advancement Team, raising unrestricted dollars for Gillen Brewer’s Annual Giving to meet the budgetary needs of the school. The Director works closely with School Leadership in developing a strategic and comprehensive fundraising and advancement plan that is integrated with the school's strategic plan and on point with the school's positioning and mission. This individual will liaise with the Director of Institutional Advancement and Major Gifts, School Leadership, and the Parents' Association (PA) to plan, coordinate, and execute all school fundraising and cultivating events, fundraising communications, annual report development and publication, as well as the research, data analysis, and reporting of all efforts related to fundraising, branding efforts, communications, marketing, and the cultivation of potential prospects. The Director of Communications and Annual Giving is a highly visible, integral, and important leadership position that will play a key role in ensuring the continued success of the Gillen Brewer School. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Duties and Responsibilities Professional Requirements Physical Requirements The work environment consists of exposure to physical conditions typical of an office and school. Employees must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time to complete necessary paperwork. Additionally, employees may also be required to perform activities which include but are not limited to: walking, standing, climbing up and down stairs, and lifting. Vision, with or without lenses, must be sufficient to read in both paper and digital formats. Employees must have the ability to hear, read, write, and speak in English. Professional Development The school is a community of learners. In addition to staff development and training at Gillen Brewer, employees are encouraged to pursue educational goals through conferences and various workshops. Staff is required to attend all staff development workshops as well as staff, team, and supervision meetings. Staff is also encouraged to attend all school functions listed on the school calendar. Supervision & Support Staff Development and support will be provided and will include in-house and outside professional opportunities. The Chief Operating Officer will conduct two formal evaluations a year using this job description as a guide. Evidence of effectiveness will be collected through observations, discussions, and products. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy At Gillen Brewer, we believe that our success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability and/or perceived disability, citizenship status, or veteran status. Gillen Brewer is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as they apply to recruitment, hiring, compensation, fringe benefits, professional development and training, promotion or transfer, lay-off or termination, or any other condition of employment. Other Requirements You must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo a number of clearances, including NYC DOE fingerprinting, a medical health form, and other background checks. To Apply To be considered, interested applicants MUST submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters. No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Schedule: Experience: Education: Work authorization: Work Location: This Job Is: Company's website: Benefit Conditions: Work Remotely:
Supervisor: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Hours: Monday-Friday; 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Calendar to Follow: 12-month Administrative
FLSA Status: Exempt
Start Date: Immediately