The Blake School Hopkins , MN 55343
Posted 2 months ago
The Advancement team is looking for positive, enthusiastic fundraising callers to join the team during peak giving times this May-July. Annual Giving callers work with Blake's Advancement Office to present the case for annual support through contacting Blake alumni, parents/guardians and friends by telephone and email. Callers act as a representative of Blake with the specific goal of securing financial contributions to the Blake Fund, updating contact information and thanking donors for their donations.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Solicit through direct communication, including calling, writing and email
Gain an understanding of the school and its annual need for financial support
Connect by phone, email and handwritten notes with significant numbers of alumni, parents and friends
Provide information on Blake and answer any questions asked by prospects
Secure donations by credit card
Capture information over the telephone and email and accurately record this information
Thank donors for their generosity to Blake
Develop strong listening skills to allow for effective interactions between yourself and Blake's constituents
Build teamwork and a positive work environment
Display maturity, responsibility and professionalism during all conversations
Handle personal information with extreme confidentiality
Complete paperwork accurately, completely and legibly
Arrive at each calling session on time and with a positive attitude
Strive to meet weekly team goals
Experience and Skills:
Attention to detail, accuracy and appropriate thoroughness
Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines
Outstanding verbal communication skills and ability to speak clear conversational English and use effective grammar and pronunciation
Strong computer skills, including MS Office tools and Google Drive
Ability to type information while conversing with prospects over the phone
Ability to maintain confidentiality and good judgment while taking initiative
Willingness to acquire new skills and take on new projects
The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,331 bright, talented students from nearly 56 Twin Cities-area communities. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages. Blake's mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its
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