Director of Major Gifts

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with The Nightingale-Bamford School in the search for a Director of Major Gifts.

The Director of Major Gifts will report to the Director of Institutional Advancement and work alongside school leadership as well as colleagues in annual giving, alumni relations, and advancement services to cultivate and maintain relationships with prospective and current donors to achieve long-term engagement and increased financial support of Nightingale. As the point person for major gift fundraising, the Director will spend much of their workday outside of the office, meeting with parents, alumnae, and other constituents. They will spearhead highly effective prospective donor pipeline management. They will also serve as a strategic partner to the Director of Institutional Advancement, particularly in the area of campaign project management.

The successful candidate will be an energetic and seasoned fundraiser and natural relationship builder, whose experience in raising major gifts will help advance the school's mission and strengthen the culture of philanthropy at Nightingale. The Director of Major Gifts must be comfortable operating in New York City’s business and philanthropic communities. A background in major gift fundraising and a successful track record of soliciting and closing six-figure and higher gifts is required, along with exceptional communication skills. The Director will maintain a portfolio of at least 100 donors and prospective donors with the capacity to give at the six-figure level and above. The Director will be expected to be available to travel outside the New York City area and attend evening and weekend meetings and events when necessary. First and foremost, the Director will be a driven frontline fundraiser and successful relationship builder. The Director will also have a mind for details and organization, such that they can be an effective strategic partner while also driving the work forward. Candidates with both skill sets are preferred.

Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth, and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nightingale enters its second century in full embrace of the philosophy established by its founders. As Miss Nightingale and Miss Bamford believed, girls’ schools educate girls best, and a purposeful curriculum is a matter of both mind and heart. At Nightingale, each girl can expect an education that prepares them for success. Led by a fully engaged and student-focused faculty and administration, they will be ready for whatever the world presents to them. From the moment each girl enters the blue doors, they are acknowledged, understood, and valued.

Generations of Nightingale alumnae have led lives of meaning, a testament to the power of its founders’ vision. Ensuring that the same opportunities exist for future generations of students is of primary importance. Thus, Nightingale is committed to maintaining wise stewardship of its financial resources, planning now for a sustainable future, including fostering a philanthropy culture that supports Nightingale’s current program and its vision for the future.

A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least three years of experience in a leadership position directing fundraising efforts for philanthropic or nonprofit organizations is preferred for this position. The Nightingale-Bamford School will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to Nightingale-Bamford, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply.

All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of The Nightingale-Bamford School as well as the responsibilities and qualifications presented in the prospectus.

The salary for this position is $150,000 to $170,000 annually.

The Nightingale-Bamford School is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Marianna DiVietro at mariannadivietro@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1940.