Associate Director Leadership Giving

Founded in 1864, The Peddie School is a private, independent, coeducational boarding and day school for grades 9-12 and postgraduate located in Hightstown, NJ.

At Peddie, we value excitement, curiosity and character - traits we seek in both our students and staff. Each individual at Peddie is recognized and appreciated, playing a vital role in our mission to create an educational community where a passion for learning thrives. Learn more about our Mission and Values.

Position Summary

The Peddie School in Hightstown, N.J., seeks a self-motivated, authentic relationship-builder eager to succeed as a partner and fundraiser on our talented Alumni and Development Team.

The Associate Director of Leadership Giving will be responsible for managing a portfolio of 100-150 donors, including traveling for in-person visits, developing meaningful relationships, listening well, partnering with donors, cultivating and requesting gifts to advance Peddie’s mission. The ideal candidate will excel at project management and enjoy mission-driven, relationship-oriented work.

Emphasis will be on deepening relationships and retaining existing donors. The ideal candidate will be intrinsically motivated to contribute to team goals and exceed personal goals toward a common goal of advancing Peddie’s mission and strategic priorities. The ideal candidate will possess authentic alignment to Peddie’s mission, demonstrate excellent listening skills, and have an innate drive to partner with others to successfully exceed fundraising goals. This position will offer excellent professional development with Plus Delta for qualified candidates along with an unwavering commitment to providing growth opportunities at Peddie.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of 100-150 donors and prospects through all stages of the donor cycle including: identification, qualification, engagement, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship;

• Develop individualized strategies to grow and renew annual fund and other kinds of support (as needed) through face-to-face meetings, solicitations, and personalized communication;

• Conduct required number of face-to-face visits per year with donors and prospects to qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward annual fund and all other kinds of gifts;

• Work collaboratively with other colleagues and volunteers to create meaningful pathways for philanthropic support;

• Hold oneself accountable to progress and report on portfolio status and progress toward goals;

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required;

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising roles or similar roles with transferable project management or relationship management skills;

• Demonstrated ability to manage time well, develop and execute plans well;

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral;

• Ability to build relationships and interact compassionately and collaboratively with diverse colleagues and constituents;

• Commitment to ethical fundraising practices and adherence to industry standards and regulations;

• Ability to travel as required for donor meetings and events. Hybrid work will be considered;

• Unequivocal commitment to Peddie’s mission and values.