Job Description

A member of the Institutional Advancement team, the Advancement Associate at Moravian Academy is primarily responsible for data management, some event coordination, and facilitation of communications within the Advancement Department as well as with the broader school community. 

This role is a “connector” and is a crucial, full-time position that reports to the Director of Institutional Advancement while supporting the work of the broader advancement team. The Advancement Associate will interact with school leaders, especially the Director of Marketing and Communications, the Chief Financial and Operations Officer, the Director of Human Resources, and the Director of Enrollment Management, and will assist in the management of our school data management software as it relates to those departments. The Advancement Associate office is located on the Downtown Campus in Bethlehem, PA.   

Duties and Responsibilities :

Data Management

• Serves as the coordinator for Blackbaud’s CORE school information system known as MyMA at Moravian Academy. This includes user account management, directory, and training liaison of other administrators using myMA for their office functions (pushpages, scheduling, contracting, etc.). 
• Serve as the manager of Raiser’s Edge for the Advancement Office.
• Conducts prospect research for the Advancement Office.
• Coordinates acknowledgments of all gifts and gift receipts.
• Assists with Auction activities especially as it relates to database management.
• Acts as the liaison to Summerbridge (LVS).
• Directs the spirit store - onsite items and divisional stores.
• Should be flexible to perform a wide variety of work that will evolve as the advancement office evolves
• Enthusiastic about the job, detail-oriented, and able to maintain a high level of accuracy in performing job responsibilities.
• Team player with interpersonal skills and ability to get along well with diverse personalities.
• Self-starter, resourceful, well organized, with the ability to work well without supervision.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Represent the Academy at all times through respectful yet supportive communications with all constituents; maintain professional integrity and confidentiality of sensitive advancement information.

Position Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree.
• 1-5 years of fundraising and/or development experience.
• Personally committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and holding individuals accountable for discriminatory behaviors or actions. 
• Collaborates well with colleagues of diverse backgrounds. 
• A high level of energy, creativity, and flexibility.
• Enthusiasm for personal and professional growth.

About the School

As the ninth oldest independent school in the nation and the premier independent school in the Lehigh Valley, Moravian Academy is seeking an Advancement Associate. Today’s Moravian Academy offers every student more ways to explore—and become—their most authentic and successful self. On three intentionally distinct yet philosophically united campuses, we celebrate, support, challenge, and learn from each other, preparing young people to step confidently toward the college and the future of their choice and to make a meaningful difference in their local and global communities.

Founded in 1742, Moravian Academy is a Preschool through Grade 12 coeducational college preparatory school comprising over 900 students and 200 faculty and staff on three distinct campuses across the Lehigh Valley, each tailored to a distinct student experience and culture:

Each campus possesses a distinct culture and setting: 

• The Swain Campus for grades PS-8 with a 22-acre contemporary campus in the beautiful west end of Allentown, approximately 25 minutes from the Bethlehem campuses; 
• The Downtown Campus for Grades PS-8 inside the national historic landmark district that is at the heart of the City of Bethlehem; 
• The Merle Smith Upper School Campus for Grades 9-12, is situated on 120 acres of bucolic green expanse in Bethlehem Township, approximately 7 miles from downtown Bethlehem. 

MISSION

Moravian Academy nurtures the joyful spirit of each learner and empowers inclusive global citizens to think critically, communicate effectively, lead with integrity, and strive for excellence.

VISION

Immersed in a community that values creativity, curiosity, love, and understanding, our students seek to answer the questions: Who am I and who can I become? 

Compensation and Benefits: 

Moravian Academy salaries are competitive and based on years of experience and expertise. Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Academy’s benefit plans, which include an 8% retirement matching plan and the Group Medical and Prescription Healthcare  Program. Tuition remission of 30% and additional need-based aid for tuition at Moravian Academy is available for the children of employees who qualify. 

To Apply:

Submit digital materials including a letter of intent, resume, and references to employment@moravianacademy.org. Address letter of intent to Bob Zaiser, Director of Institutional Advancement.

Moravian Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, order of protection status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge from military service, or citizenship status, or any other legally protected category in connection with its activities as an employer. Moravian Academy also subscribes to the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (“PAIS”) and the National Association of Independent Schools’ (“NAIS”) principles of good practice regarding employment of personnel.

About Moravian Academy

Moravian Academy, located in historic Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a PK through 12th grade coeducational college preparatory school and the ninth oldest independent school in the United States. Founded in 1742, Moravian Academy continues to be a school in motion. After a recent merger with The Swain School, Moravian Academy comprises 900 students and 200 employees. The extensive facilities are located on three campuses which together are the premier choice for independent education in the Lehigh Valley region. Each campus possesses a distinct culture and setting: The Downtown Campus for Grades P-8 inside the national historic landmark district that is at the heart of the City of Bethlehem; The Merle Smith Upper School Campus for Grades 9-12, situated on 120 acres of green expanse in Bethlehem Township, approximately 7 miles from downtown Bethlehem; The Swain School for grades PK-8 with a 22-acre contemporary campus in the beautiful west end of Allentown, approximately 25 minutes from the Bethlehem campuses.

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