Head of Development

Connelly School of the Holy Child | Potomac, MD

Head of Development Opportunity Statement

Connelly School of the Holy Child has engaged DovetailED to lead this search. Please do not contact the school directly.

About Holy Child

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college-preparatory school committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action. Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority for Holy Child, and we are committed to hiring faculty and staff with diverse experiences and backgrounds, to empower our students to connect, belong, and grow.

Position Summary

The Head of Development is a senior administrative role responsible for advancing Connelly School of the Holy Child’s philanthropic priorities and securing the financial resources necessary to support its mission and vision. Reporting directly to the Head of School, the Head of Development provides strategic vision, leadership, and execution for all fundraising initiatives, including annual giving, major gifts, capital campaigns, foundation relations, alumni engagement, and donor stewardship.

The Head of Development manages the full donor lifecycle, from prospect identification to stewardship, while building a culture of philanthropy across the school community. This role partners closely with the Head of School, Board of Trustees, and volunteer leaders to develop meaningful relationships that inspire giving. They will lead a team that oversees annual giving, events, alumni and parent engagement, and the donor database.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in fundraising, preferably in independent schools, higher education, or nonprofit organizations
• Experience securing major gifts and leading comprehensive campaigns is preferred
• Strong strategic planning, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior leadership, trustees, volunteers, and staff
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and emotional intelligence
• Familiarity with advancement databases and fundraising analytics

Connelly School of the Holy Child has engaged DovetailED to lead this search. Please do not contact the school directly.

Head of Development Opportunity Statement