Development/Alumni Data Entry Analyst

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Description

The Vanguard School seeks a part-time Development/Alumni Data Entry Analyst. Vanguard is an independent, co-educational boarding/day school serving 110 students in grades six through twelve, located in Lake Wales, Florida.

Oversee data entry and assist the Development Office with grant proposals and database maintenance. This data entry position includes reviewing, organizing, and creating development/Alumni records. Research previous donors to update their status and ability to give. Research alumni and update contact information. Research past grants, make recommendations for future grants, and write grant proposals. Create a new alumni database using school records and online information, and build connections with staff, alumni, and families. Perform other duties as may be assigned in relation to development activities of The Vanguard School. Responsible for managing day-to-day responsibilities and reporting to the Associate Head of School/Institutional Advancement Director.

Requirements

Skills/Knowledge:

Must have skills in dealing positively with a variety of publics, potential and actual donors, in person, using email, through letters and memos, and by phone; also, must be able to use the computer, including word processing, relational databases, and accessing and using the internet; also, must know about and be able to write proposals for grants, including a statement of need, an indication of activities to be undertaken, using categories required by granting agencies; a large portion of this position requires writing and designing outreach.

Education/Training:

Minimum requirement is familiarity with development office operations and with computer programs related to development work, such as word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, PowerPoint, and relational databases.

Communication:

Must be an effective communicator and keep the Associate Head of School/Director of Institutional Advancement informed. Must be accurate in various reports, especially those that officially represent The Vanguard School. Must be able to read, develop, and understand The Vanguard School's programs and represent the School accurately and professionally.

Applications should be directed to Mr. L. Shannon Graves, Head of School at [email protected]. Please include a letter of introduction, a resume, and at least three professional references. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and will close the application period when the position is filled.