Job Description

Overview

Established in 1836 in Quebec, Canada, Bishop’s College School (BCS) is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and certificates. With a campus bordered by farmland and rolling hills on one side and by the city of Sherbrooke on the other, BCS is a small, welcoming community and a ‘home away from home’ to students from over 35+ different countries. We create a caring community of learning and development where cultures connect and individuals matter. By embracing a rigorous yet supportive academic program and a well-rounded education that includes athletics, the arts, leadership and development, and global citizenship, BCS is preparing students to become tomorrow’s leaders. We offer a Bilingual Option (English and French), as well as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award program, and are a proud member of Round Square, through which students can go on exchanges and volunteer abroad.

The Position

Reporting to the Director of Advancement, the Associate Director of Advancement drives Bishop’s College School’s (BCS) mission forward by spearheading key fundraising initiatives, cultivating meaningful donor relationships, and executing strategic engagement efforts. This role oversees targeted fundraising campaigns - including capital projects, endowment initiatives, and special giving programs - while inspiring alumni and volunteers to strengthen philanthropic support to BCS.

In this role, you will foster and nurture meaningful donor relationships, securing both annual and major gifts, and enhancing stewardship practices to ensure long-term philanthropic support. Partnering with alumni and volunteer leaders, you will ignite engagement, build a strong culture of giving, and support the school’s fundraising and outreach efforts. Your impact will ensure BCS's sustained growth and long-term vision.

Responsibilities

Fundraising & Major Gifts

• Cultivate and nurture strong relationships with major gift prospects, including new parents (in coordination with Admissions), existing parents & families, external partners and friends of BCS.
• Lead a personalized approach to managing major gift prospects, developing relationships, and tailoring strategies for engagement.
• Partner with the Director of Advancement to develop and launch high-impact fundraising campaigns.
• Work with colleagues in the Advancement unit on alumni prospect development and strategy.
• Design and execute innovative stewardship strategies to ensure ongoing engagement and recognition of major donors.

Endowment Growth

• Work in close coordination with the Director of Advancement to lead and expand endowment fundraising efforts by identifying new funding initiatives.
• Review existing named endowments and suggest changes to streamline and enhance efficiency.
• Establish large new endowment funds with a minimum threshold of $1M to support financial aid and other key initiatives.
• Prioritize the growth and rebranding of the unrestricted financial aid fund through national and international marketing.
• Collaborate with the Director of Advancement and school leadership to integrate endowment growth into broader fundraising strategies and institutional priorities.
• Develop targeted outreach strategies to educate donors on the impact of endowments.
• Oversee proper stewardship of endowed gifts, providing donors with regular impact updates.

Campaign Management

• Elaborate and implement strategies for targeted campaigns to secure funding for capital projects and special initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional teams (marketing, donor relations, and event planning) to drive campaign success and foster innovation across departments.
• Track and analyze campaign performance and provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Engage major donors and prospects in specific capital campaign efforts, ensuring impactful solicitation and consistent stewardship practices.
• Design and launch compelling annual campaigns that highlight achievements and recognition, tailored to engage donors and drive contributions.
• Partner with school leadership to align campaign objectives with institutional priorities and contribute to long-term vision and development.

Alumni and Volunteer Engagement

• Craft and implement engagement strategies for alumni, parents, and key stakeholders fostering enduring relationships.
• Engage and support the Alumni Board to boost alumni involvement and sustained giving.
• Collaborate with team members to build and execute impactful events, direct communications, and inspire volunteer opportunities to increase community connection.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior fundraising role, with a proven track record of securing major gifts in a non-profit organization.
• Experienced mentor and team player with a track record of successfully collaborating across departments to achieve fundraising goals and enhance donor engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively build and maintain strong relationships with diverse groups of stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of the value of strategic messaging, public relations, and communications.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English; bilingualism (French, English) is an asset.
• Proven ability to think strategically, solve problems, and drive results through innovative initiatives.
• Experience in designing and executing fundraising strategies and executing impactful campaigns.
• Proficiency in donor management CRM systems (e.g., Raisers Edge) and fundraising software.
• Flexibility for occasional travel and evenings/weekend events.

The Process

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package. A resume and letter of interest should be sent to: Bonnie King at Bonnie@philanthropica.ca

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