Assistant Director of Development (Re-post) - Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Bachelor’s degree and/or at least five years of experience and measurable success in individual giving, including setting and meeting goals; 

Demonstrated experience in designing and managing successful corporate giving programs.

Successful track record of personally identifying, cultivating, and soliciting significant contributions from corporations and individual donors.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

The ability to write corporate giving proposals and fundraising appeals is preferred. 

Strong interpersonal skills to identify, cultivate, and solicit significant contributions. 

Strong analytical skills and the ability to leverage fundraising data as a tool are required (familiarity with Salesforce CRM or a similar CRM is preferred but not required). 

Clear and effective verbal and written communication with various staff, prospects, donors, vendors, and other stakeholders. 

Highly motivated, goal-oriented, entrepreneurial self-starter who is a strategic and creative thinker who can work independently and, in a team, setting.    

Ability to articulate the case for support and to interact with corporate giving partners and prospects at the highest level. 

Highly professional and ethical standards for handling confidential or sensitive information, including knowledge of nonprofit best practices. 

Understanding Washington, DC, and its philanthropic community is a plus. 

Understanding adult education, workforce development, and charter sector landscapes is a plus. 

High energy and passion for AOH’s mission is essential. 

OTHER SKILLS OR QUALITIES: 

Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities and projects. 

The ability to collaborate with various people, personalities, and working styles. 

Detail-oriented and able to see the larger picture in service of holistic and creative problem-solving. 

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. 

Understanding how fundraising responsibilities contribute to AoH’s mission vision, embody its values, and achieve its long-term vision. 

An appreciation for education and a belief in education as an essential contributor to society.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

The typical schedule is Monday-Friday (8-9 hours per day), with some early mornings, evenings, and weekends as necessary. 

This position is currently a hybrid position requiring 1-2 days per week in the office. Please note that all staff will be required to be in person M-Th during Fall enrollment. 

Must be able to withstand extended viewing of computer screens. 

This position will sit in an open/shared office environment with moderate noise levels. 

AoH has sites in Wards 5 and 8. This position’s office will be located at the Ward 5 site. Both sites are air-conditioned, wheelchair accessible, and near public transportation. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment and a computer keyboard. 

Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone. 

Reaching overhead and above shoulders to retrieve files and materials. 

Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials. 

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs

Must be able to withstand extended viewing of computer screens

This position will sit in an open/shared office environment with moderate noise levels.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this position is currently working a hybrid model, telework and on-site. Schedule will be determined by the Chief Strategy and Growth Officer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Our work atmosphere is professional, friendly, and supportive. Our staff values both teamwork and independence. We encourage creativity and the sharing of ideas. The noise level in the work environment is conducive to a typical office setting.

Academy of Hope (AoH) Adult Public Charter School was founded in 1985 to serve low-income and at-risk adults in the District of Columbia by providing them the opportunity to improve their basic educational skills, earn high school credentials, and/or prepare for postsecondary education or training.

We’re looking for motivated individuals with a passion for working in the Adult Education field to join us! Our compensation structure offers pay commensurate with experience and excellent benefits. Candidates for employment will be subjected to a federal criminal background check, as permitted by and in accordance with applicable law. Learn more about Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School at www.aohdc.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: AoH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not allow discrimination with respect to employment or any of the terms or conditions of employment because of actual or perceived race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer-related or HIV/AIDS-related), genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

DEI Statement: AoH seeks a broad spectrum of employees and is strongly committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. We strongly encourage interest in employment from all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, members of underrepresented groups, people with seen and unseen disabilities, and people of all ages.