Director of Annual Giving & Communications
Listed on 2026-08-14
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration
Salary Details
Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and changes made based on the needs of the school and the position. Oregon Episcopal School does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristic or status.
Details
Posted: 07-Jul-26
Location: Portland, Oregon
Type: Full Time
Categories
Development/Fund Raising
Salary Details
Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and changes made based on the needs of the school and the position. Oregon Episcopal School does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristic or status.
OUR MISSION: Oregon Episcopal School educates students to realize their power for good as engaged citizens of the world.
ABOUT US: Founded in 1869, Oregon Episcopal School today occupies a wooded 59-acre campus where 880 students in Pre-K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry-based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The Upper School also includes a small boarding program of international and domestic students who live and learn together, enhancing the vibrancy of the school community.
OES seeks and values employees who continually grow in their work practices. Teaching faculty engage in the Characteristics of Effective Teaching for their ongoing learning in service of students. All other employees engage in professional growth specific to their responsibilities. Together, faculty and staff create a vibrant and diverse community of lifelong learners.
As an Episcopal school, we are rooted in a rhythm of gathering and reflection that values and respects all beliefs and cultures. As such, we educate toward a larger purpose – toward inclusion and respect, service and justice, and commitment beyond ourselves.
Job Summary: The Director of Annual Giving & Communications serves as the primary architect of the school’s philanthropic voice and the driver of the $2,000,000 OES Annual Fund. Beyond meeting financial targets, this role is a strategic thought partner to the CAO and the Major Gift team.
This position serves as the hub and coordinator for department communication, ensuring that every piece of communication—from alumni newsletters to campaign proposals—is cohesive, brand-aligned, and strategically designed to support "comprehensive" giving. This role is essential in preparing the groundwork for double and triple asks, ensuring that donors are moved seamlessly through the pipeline from annual support to major and planned gifts.
The director of annual giving and communications holds a key role on the Advancement Team and the OES school community through leading a highly organized and effective OES annual fund program. A skilled, enthusiastic, and collaborative team player, the director is responsible for the planning and execution of a comprehensive annual giving program, including leadership for events designed to build and grow operating support.
The director collaborates with colleagues across the department to build alignment across multiple programs to support shared goals and a shared voice in communicating the work of OES to a variety of donor constituencies.
The successful director excels at meeting with and soliciting individual donors, strategizing with colleagues, volunteer committees, and coordinating complex projects. Discretion and sound judgement are particularly important attributes due to the high degree of access to confidential information and valued relationships. In addition to the qualifications detailed below, the director must possess exemplary people skills, demonstrate curiosity and communication skills to articulate the School’s mission to its constituents.
Essential Duties
- Manage a personal portfolio of prospects between $1,000 and $50,000 with a focus on…
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