Assistant Director of Development

The Walker School, Marietta, GeorgiaThe Walker School is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven fundraising professional to serve as its next Assistant Director of Development. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and mission-aligned leader to help shape a culture of philanthropy within a vibrant independent school community.If you are energized by building meaningful relationships, advancing mission-driven work, and making a lasting impact through philanthropy, this role offers the opportunity to do just that.About The OpportunityAs a key partner to the Assistant Head of School for Advancement, the Assistant Director of Development will play a central role in designing and executing a comprehensive development strategy. This position will help grow philanthropic support while strengthening engagement across parents, alumni, and friends of the school. This is a highly visible role for a professional who thrives at the intersection of strategy and relationship-building and who is passionate about independent school education and nonprofit impact.What You Will Do Advance Fundraising StrategyLead and support integrated annual giving strategies to increase participation and dollars raisedManage and grow a portfolio of leadership annual fund and major gift prospectsConduct personalized outreach and face-to-face donor engagementHelp expand leadership giving and donor retentionDrive Donor Engagement and StewardshipBuild authentic, lasting relationships with parents, alumni, grandparents, and friendsDesign and execute meaningful stewardship strategies that demonstrate impactIdentify and cultivate new major gift prospectsPartner on moves management to advance donors through the giving pipelineLead Programs and InitiativesOversee implementation of the Georgia GOAL Scholarship ProgramEducate donors on tax credit opportunities and manage scholarship coordinationSupport volunteer engagement, including parent and leadership volunteersPlan Events and Strengthen CommunityAssist in the execution of donor events, cultivation gatherings, and recognition experiencesRepresent the school at key advancement and community eventsSupport Operations and Data StrategyMaintain accurate donor records and track engagement activityMonitor fundraising progress and provide reporting insightsPartner with leadership and the Board on donor strategy, communications, and presentationsWhat You BringBachelor’s degree and 5+ years of progressive development experience, preferably in an independent school or nonprofit settingProven success in securing major gifts and achieving fundraising goalsA strategic mindset with a strong, donor-centered approachExceptional relationship-building and communication skills that inspire actionStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple prioritiesComfort with data, donor systems, and digital toolsA collaborative spirit and a deep appreciation for mission-driven workWhy Walker At Walker, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission to inspire transformative learning is made possible through a community that believes in meaningful connections, academic excellence, and opportunity. This role offers the chance to make a direct impact on students and families through philanthropic support, work alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking leadership team, and help shape the future of a thriving independent school community.Ready to Make an Impact If you are a development professional who thrives in a relationship-centered environment and is passionate about advancing education through philanthropy, we invite you to apply . To view the complete job description, please click this link .