Fundraising and Events Manager -Temp
Company: Portledge School
Location: Locust Valley
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description About Portledge School:
Portledge School was founded in 1965 and is located on the
beautiful North Shore of Long Island. Approximately fifty minutes
(28 miles) from NYC by train, Portledge is nestled on a pastoral
63-acre tree-lined campus that is known for its cherry blossoms in
spring. Enrolling approximately 525 students in grades PN-12,
Portledge offers a competitive college preparatory program in a
warm, inclusive community. We seek to inspire our students to
realize their individual potential by developing critical thinking
skills and moral courage necessary for lifelong learning in an
increasingly complex world. Portledge is fully committed to a
culturally diverse faculty and student body. Job Description: The
Fundraising and Events Coordinator is responsible for supporting
all administrative aspects of constituent engagement, stewardship
and revenue generating for all Development events and other school
wide activities as requested. The Fundraising and Events
Coordinator works closely with the Director of Development to
foster lasting connections between the school and its parents,
promoting positive attitudes. The ideal candidate is an entry-level
professional who is resourceful, tech-savvy, detail-oriented,
deadline driven, personable, and flexible. This position is a
critical member of the Development Team and shares responsibility
for building relationships with external and internal constituents
and growing philanthropic support for Portledge School. Developing
a keen understanding of Portledge’s history and traditions is
essential. This is a temporary, full-time position reporting to the
Director of Development, with of the anticipated timeline of the
position being May 1, 2026-October 15,2026 Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the Director of Development in planning,
coordination, and execution of all Portledge School Development
events including Founders Day, shopping events, and the annual
auction. Coordinate with Parents Association volunteers to support
the Parents Association as needed. Support all stewardship and
cultivation events. Assist with all administrative duties involved
in regular Development strategies, content vision and development
of high-quality communications and solicitation materials to build
awareness and generate philanthropic support for the Development
office. Implement and manage a robust calendar of Development
activities, events, and communications for Portledge School donors.
Support any donor recognition efforts or initiatives. Create and
update any development event or initiative materials as assigned.
Assist the Director of Development in other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited
college or university. Must have strong computer skills including
experience with GoogleSuite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
fundraising software Excellent sound judgment in decision making.
Strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent time
management and organizational skills. Possess a desire to learn new
skills. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to
handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Belief in the value of all types of diversity with a commitment to
social justice and equity Anti-racism/anti-bias training preferred
Flexible ability to work evenings and weekends regularly
Application Notes: Please apply through the link provided on our
Careers Page with your resume and cover letter Deadline: Position
open until filled Start Date: May 1, 2026 Compensation $30-$35 per
hour Website: https://www.portledge.org
Keywords: Portledge School, Cherry Hill , Fundraising and Events Manager -Temp, Administration, Clerical , Locust Valley, New Jersey
