Advancement Associate

ECOLE BILINGUE DE LA NOUVELLE-ORLÉANS, founded in 1998, welcome over 400 students from 18 months to 8th grade. The school is accredited by the Agence pour l’Enseignement Français à l'Étranger (AEFE) and belongs to the Mission Laïque Française (MLF), the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) networks of schools, and is in the process of becoming a member of the Independent School Association of the Southwest (ISAS).

Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Advancement Associate to support the school’s fundraising, communications, and community engagement efforts. This position reports to the Director of Advancement and works closely with the communications and admissions teams. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and possesses a blend of technical, creative, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities:

Fundraising & Donor Support

• Assist with the execution of all fundraising campaigns, including the Annual Fund, GiveNola Day,
• Grandparents’ Day and special events.
• Prepare donor acknowledgment letters, mailing lists, and reports.
• Manage and maintain accurate donor records in Veracross, ensuring timely updates and data integrity.
• Support donor stewardship activities and event follow-up communications.
• Marketing & Communications
• Collaborate on the creation of promotional materials for fundraising campaigns and events.
• Design visually compelling graphics for invitations, social media, and email communication
• Contribute to fundraising email campaigns
• Capture and organize photos and videos for marketing and fundraising use.
• Events & Community Engagement
• Provide logistical and administrative support for all advancement and community events,
• including parent socials, donor receptions, open houses, and the annual gala.
• Assist with volunteer coordination, RSVPs, registration, and event set-up and breakdown.
• Support communications related to fundraising events, including outreach emails, signage, and printed materials.

Alumni Outreach & Program Development

• Take a lead role in developing and launching a comprehensive alumni outreach strategy.
• Build and maintain an accurate alumni database using Veracross.
• Create engaging content and communications to strengthen relationships with alumni and
• encourage their involvement in school life.
• Organize alumni-focused initiatives, such as reunions, networking events, and giving
• opportunities.
• Help establish and grow the school’s alumni program, with a long-term goal of building a vibrant and connected alumni network.

Data & Reporting

• Perform accurate data entry and database management in Veracross and other systems.
• Track campaign performance, event attendance, and communication metrics.
• Generate advancement reports and assist with donor prospect research.

Experience/Skills Required:

Experience

• BA Required
• Three or more years of relevant work experience in the following:
• Marketing
• Communication
• Graphic Design
• Digital Production

Skills and Attributes

• Impeccable writing skills (writing sample will be requested); strong interpersonal skills; ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment; strong organizational skills; entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for our mission and development; expertise with quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods
• Ability to represent school in a positive and professional manner at all times, including school-related and public meetings and functions

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience
• Benefits include health insurance, 401k, tuition remission, paid school holidays, paid vacation

Required Information for Candidates:

• Resume (1 to 2 pages maximum)
• Letter of interest (1 to 2 pages maximum)
• Recommendation letters (6 maximum)
• Applications must be send to cv @ ebnola.com, (please indicate “Advancement Associate in the subject line)
• Letters of recommendation may be written in French or English.
• Deadline for receipt of applications: May 31, 2025

Ecole Bilingue is an equal opportunities employer, and does not and shall not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age or national