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Lick-Wilmerding High School

Donor Relations Associate

Lick-Wilmerding High School, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Lick-Wilmerding High School - San Francisco, CA 94112

Overview Salary Range:

$30.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Position Type:

Part Time

Job Shift:

Part-Time

Education Level:

Bachelors Degree

Category:

Admin - Clerical

About LWHS and the Position

**This is a temporary position through the end of the current school year (June 30, 2025).**

About Lick-Wilmerding High School Lick-Wilmerding High School is a private school with public purpose, serving 560 students in grades 9-12 in San Francisco. Since its founding in 1895 as a vocational school, Lick-Wilmerding High School has built upon a long tradition of valuing and integrating the liberal arts, sciences, technical arts, visual arts and performing arts to offer a robust college-prep curriculum. LWHS has a rich and distinctive academic program, with thriving departments, vibrant student life, and signature initiatives like the Center for Civic Engagement and the Public Purpose Program. Faculty and students are passionate, engaged, and driven by values that reach far beyond the classroom.

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Donor Relations Associate plays a crucial role in supporting Lick-Wilmerding High School's fundraising efforts. This role requires strong communication and project management abilities, knowledge of donor moves management, and the ability to identify and cultivate key prospects. Working closely with the Executive Director of Advancement, the position will help identify and manage potential donors, which is crucial for expanding the donor base and securing future support for LWHS. Lick-Wilmerding High School has a rich history dating back to the early 19th Century, with a strong alumni base and pool of potential donors and advocates for the school's mission and fundraising initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Major Gift & Planned Giving Support

Working closely with the Executive Director of Advancement, support the development and implementation of personalized cultivation and stewardship plans for major and planned giving donors

Produce regular detailed reports and analyze data to support fundraising strategies, particularly for major gifts and planned giving

Prepare detailed briefing materials for key leadership and volunteers before donor meetings

Collaborate with the Business Office to reconcile restricted fund accounts, and prepare donor reports on fund balances and impact

Maintain accurate records of all restricted and endowment gifts

Prospect Identification and Research

Identify and qualify potential major gift and planned giving prospects through various research methods

Conduct prospect research to determine giving capacity and develop prospect profiles and briefing materials for leadership

Develop and execute cultivation and stewardship plans for major donors, and track this using our donor database

Collaborate with the development team, in particular the Database Associate, to prioritize and manage prospect pipelines effectively through a moves management system

Writing and Communications

Develop copy and design for fundraising appeals, grant proposals, and donor communications

Partner with department colleagues to create compelling solicitation and stewardship materials utilizing different platforms like Thankview, Storyraise, Canva, and others as needed

Prepare and distribute regular reports to donors on the use and impact of their gift

Create personalized correspondence for high-level donors and prospects

Department

Attend all Advancement events; help ensure successful execution of events and engagement activities

Coordinate with various members of the Advancement team and other departments to ensure the successful execution of advancement initiatives

Collaborate with members of the Advancement Team on stewardship activities such as events, acknowledgments, and donor recognition

Support and staff other events and activities as needed

Strengthen the operations of the Advancement Department

Perform other duties consistent with the above responsibilities and in conjunction with the overall goals of the Advancement Office; Support where needed, handling both big-picture work and day-to-day tasks

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications AND REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

3-5 years of experience in fundraising or donor relations

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Proficiency in database management software (e.g., Raiser's Edge)

Exceptional project management skills

Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities

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