DIRECTOR OF ANNUAL FUND AND ALUMNI RELATIONS
This unique educational institution and arts organization is seeking a dynamic, motivated individual who is committed to the mission of the school capable of developing relationships with a variety of important friends of the organization. The Director of Annual Fund & Alumni Relations shall be responsible for support of the Annual Fund through event coordination, individual donor cultivation through relationship building and the Annual Fund Program; active participation and leadership in all alumni related events, activities and communication; supporting the Vice President - Development, department functions at all levels and special assigned projects with skillful communication, both verbal and written, at all levels in order to ensure smooth workflow in a complex environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in fundraising and will understand philanthropy in both educational and arts institutions; have demonstrated success in procuring funding from individuals, corporations, foundations and government; and will be adept in the use of databases and other technological tools pertinent to fundraising.

Founded in 1937, The American Boychoir is the United States' premier concert boys' choir and one of the finest boychoirs in the world. For seventy years it has been dazzling audiences worldwide with its unique blend of musical sophistication, effervescent spirit and ensemble virtuosity. In addition to maintaining an active national and international touring schedule, The American Boychoir performs and records regularly with world-class artists and ensembles including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, opera superstar Jessye Norman, pop diva Beyonce, Bobby McFerrin and the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Comprised of boys in grades four through eight, and representing 24 states in the U.S., as well as Switzerland, France, Taiwan and Korea, The American Boychoir offers a unique and rigorous musical and academic curriculum, and fellowship for young people. Founded in Columbus, Ohio, in 1937, the Choir has been located in Princeton, New Jersey since 1950.

Salary commensurate with experience. Please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:
President
American Boychoir School
19 Lambert Drive
Princeton, NJ 08540
or Email: president@americanboychoir.org
No phone calls please.
(Posted: 03/05/09)

DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT
Blair Academy, a co-educational boarding and day school for students in grades 9 through 12, seeks a senior development professional to lead its development and alumni relations program. Blair is located on a beautiful 423 acre campus in Blairstown, New Jersey between Philadelphia and New York City in northern New Jersey. The Director reports to the Headmaster and manages a team of thirteen professional and support staff members in fundraising, alumni relations, and communications. The ideal candidate will be a senior fund-raising professional who is committed to serving - along with the headmaster - as the School's chief fundraiser.
Candidates should demonstrate an understanding of the best practices in all aspects of management, fundraising, trustee and volunteer relations, alumni and parent programs. At least 10 years of successful fundraising experience and increased responsibilities are required. B.A. degree required. A full search description of this superb opportunity may be viewed on www.deerfieldassociates.com
Excellent compensation and benefits package. EOE.

Contact: Doug Cooney, Executive Search Consultant
Deerfield Associates Executive Search, Inc.
572 Washington Street, Suite 15
Wellesley, MA 02482
Phone# 781-237-2800
Email: jobs@deerfieldassociates.com
(Posted: 02/09/09)

DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT
Proudly celebrating 100 years in education, Mount Saint Mary Academy is a Catholic independent day school for young women in grades 9 through 12, in Watchung, NJ, with an enrollment of 394 students. (For more information about our school, please visit us online at www.mountsaintmary.org).

We seek a full-time Development Assistant for our busy fundraising office to support the Director of Institutional Advancement and to further the work of the office. Responsibilities include generating reports; managing correspondence; implementing direct mail campaigns and phonathons; assisting with solicitation and donor stewardship activities; coordinating the preparation and dissemination of materials for meetings, seminars, publications, and external and internal communications; handling gift processing overflow; and performing general administrative duties.

The development assistant must have strong interpersonal, communication, administrative, and organizational skills, be detail oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Command of MS office software, especially Excel, is required. Excellent math skills are essential. Familiarity with database work-preferably Raisers' Edge - a plus. Some evening hours are necessary. The candidate will have a minimum of an Associates degree, and one year of administrative experience.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive benefits package is available. Interested candidates may forward a cover letter, resume and salary expectations to:
Rebeca Trautner
Director of Institutional Advancement
Mount Saint Mary Academy
1645 US 22 at Terrill Road
Watchung, NJ 07069
Fax: 908-756-7528
Email: rtrautner@mountsaintmary.org
(Posted: 01/23/09)