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Development Manager

Bishop's College School

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Posted:
November 9, 2018
Location:
Sherbrooke, Quebec
Salary:
Type:
Full Time - Experienced
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree

Overview

Established in 1836 in Quebec, Canada, Bishop’s College School (BCS) is a coed 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 37 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

The Development Manager works closely with the Director of Advancement to manage the annual fundraising program and provide leadership for the Advancement Team. The Development Manager’s focus is to engage current and past parents, alumni and friends to meet the school’s annual fundraising objectives and to grow and deepen the culture of philanthropy within the school community.

 

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Advancement, the successful candidate will be expected to:

  • Plan, execute and manage all aspects of BCS Annual Fund, including identifying and acting on opportunities for growth in the Annual Fund raising and friend-raising campaigns
  • Collaborate with the Director of Advancement to establish goals, objectives and strategies for advancement projects and donor groups
  • Oversee the stewardship program for donors including donor recognition initiatives and events, reporting and thank you letters
  • Work with the Communications and Marketing Manager to develop, distribute and maintain Annual Fund communication materials (annual appeals, thank you letters, brochures, the report on giving, etc.) and provide content for the website, school community portal and directories as required
  • Build relationships with students, parents, alumni, staff and faculty members,
  • volunteers and community partners to enhance the School’s culture of philanthropy
  • Oversee the planning and implementation of the school’s special events in support of annual priorities
  • Oversee and manage daily activities of the Advancement Team (Research and Stewardship; Alumni and Events; Corporate and Community Relations; Database Management and Donation Processing; Archives)
  • Manage the implementation of an Alumni Program to encourage active engagement in activities and giving to programs at BCS; plan, manage and attend alumni related events
  • Oversee and manage of the budget and provide budget recommendations to Director of Advancement each year
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned

 

 

Education and Experience

  • Appropriate degree with a strong experience in fundraising
  • A demonstrated ability to handle complex tasks, formulate plans, carry out objectives and interact effectively with individuals
  • Proficiency in written communication, creativity and well developed organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and effectively with a variety of internal and external
  • Experience in leadership of a team, able to juggle multiple tasks at once, work well under-pressure

 

 

About Bishop's College School
Nestled in the heart of Quebec, Canada's historic Eastern Townships, Bishop’s College School is a culturally diverse, bilingual, independent boarding and day school for grades seven through pre-university (12). By celebrating the values and traditions which have enabled the school to prosper, while at the same time encouraging students and teachers to explore new ideas and educational methods, BCS is preparing the next great leaders and innovators of the 21st century to excel. What can you expect from BCS? Take a closer look: Founded in 1836 as a boys’ school, BCS merged with the internationally renowned girls’ school, King’s Hall Compton, in 1972 Picturesque 350-acre campus in Lennoxville, Quebec, is a unique blend of historic architecture and state-of-the-art facilities Diverse student body, 40 percent of which hails from over 25 different countries Average class size of only 12 students provides the personal attention and collaborative learning necessary for academic success and social development Dedicated and experienced faculty truly committed to students’ growth both inside and out of the classroom T.H.P. Molson Bilingual Option Programme allows F...rench-speaking students to maintain fluency in their mother tongue and English-speaking students to reach higher levels of skill in French Advanced use of educational technology, including portable PC-based and campus-wide wireless access, rivals the capabilities of many post-secondary institutions Nine residence houses, each with a unique personality, provides a safe living environment and molds lifelong friendships One of over 50 schools worldwide to participate in Round Square, giving students the opportunity to travel abroad and work with their foreign peers to promote dedication to service, democracy, international understanding and environmental conservation Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Programme encourages students to participate in a wide range of co-curricular activities to develop character, leadership, personal discipline and a sense of adventure Oldest continually active Cadet programme in Canada fosters incomparable leadership opportunities ESL studies available from Form II (Grade 7) to Form V (Grade 10) to help international students adapt, and to prepare them for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam needed to gain university entrance 100 percent student matriculation into prestigious universities in Canada, the United States and the rest of the world
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