Development Associate

Job Type

Full-time

Description

ABOUT SEWICKLEY ACADEMY

Distinguished by its rigorous academics, outstanding faculty, and highly motivated students, Sewickley Academy is Pittsburgh's longest-standing coeducational independent PreK-12 day school. Our mission is to inspire and educate students to engage their hearts, minds, and hands to cultivate their full individual and collective potential in the service of a greater good. At the Academy, every child is challenged to explore and excel to their highest ability and encouraged to arrive each day with their authentic selves.

With the recent completion of state-of-the-art computer science and robotics classrooms and new athletic facilities, the Academy is poised for the continued expansion of our STEM and athletic programs. We believe strongly in the importance and value of a well-rounded education in academics, the arts, athletics, and community service. Our faculty and staff from all departments and divisions work together to create an environment of encouragement and support by inspiring students to reach their goals and develop a love of learning.

This position offers a competitive salary plus excellent benefits and work/life balance programs including a premium-free health plan option, an excellent retirement plan, generous leave time, and tuition benefits programs. Are you searching for a workplace where a diverse mix of talented people come together to serve our students? If so, apply for this today!

Job Description

Sewickley Academy is seeking to hire a Development Associate. This role will play a vital role in supporting fundraising efforts, particularly in managing annual fund initiatives and coordinating campaigns.

Responsibilities:

• Strategize and execute annual fund appeals via various channels.
• Maintain accurate donor records and analyze performance metrics.
• Assist in planning and executing fundraising campaigns.
• Coordinate logistics and track progress to meet campaign goals.
• Cultivate donor relationships and ensure timely acknowledgments.
• Support prospect research and stewardship efforts.
• Manage donor database and extract relevant information for fundraising activities.
• Conduct data analysis to inform strategy and identify opportunities.
• Provide administrative assistance to the team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 1-2 years of experience in fundraising or development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor management software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

All interested applicants applying for this position should submit their resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.

Sewickley Academy is committed to having an inclusive community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Academy does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.