Job Description

Managing Director of Annual Giving
St. John's Prep

Founded in 1907, St. Johns Prep is an inclusive, Catholic, Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School for young men in grades 6 through 12. Founded on the Xaverian values of compassion, humility, simplicity, trust, and zeal, St. John's educates students to be, do, and stand for good in the world.

St. Johns is a faith-based community grounded in and fortified by three main cultural priorities: recognizing all people as created in the image and likeness of God, embracing a habit of excellence grounded in a growth mindset, and empowering individuals to be unique expressions of Gods love in the world. Strong candidates will embody the Catholic principles and Xaverian values that guide the institution to help foster a supportive and inclusive campus environment. For further information on how faith animates St. Johns, please visit St. John's Statement on Xaverian and Catholic Identity.

Located in Danvers, Massachusetts, with a distinctive campus spread across 10 academic, co-curricular, and athletic buildings spanning 175 acres, St. Johns has an enrollment of approximately 1,500 students from more than 90 communities across seven grade levels. The large campus offers extensive resources, opportunities, and benefits, while each student is valued and guided in small classes by educators who understand their individual development.

St. John's Prep - At a Glance

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St. John's Prep's Advancement Team

The advancement team of ten raised roughly $7.4M last year, including $3.3M in annual fund support. The school is currently leading an $85M comprehensive campaign, focusing on a major student-focused capital project and endowment support. The previous campaign successfully concluded in 2020 with $50M raised.

The teams success stems from their commitment to the institution and each other. With tenures ranging from 1.5 to 20 years, they prioritize collaboration, culture, and community. As one team member shared, I wish Id found St. Johns Prep earlier in my career. Ive never worked at an organization like this.

Leadership Spotlight

The Opportunity: Managing Director of Annual Giving

The Managing Director of Annual Giving will oversee the annual giving program, the Fund for St. Johns. This role reports directly to the Chief Advancement Officer (CAO). The ideal candidate should thrive in a fast-paced environment and be eager to increase philanthropic support. Collaboration and strengthening campus relationships are key, with some travel and weekend/evening hours expected.

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St. Johns Prep values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and seek candidates committed to multiculturalism and diversity in all aspects of their work and community engagement.

Applications & Nominations

St. John's Prep has partnered with Boyden for this search. To learn more or submit a cover letter and resume, please email:

Lisa Vuona, with extensive experience in executive search within non-profit, healthcare, and education sectors, brings a strategic and culturally aware approach to recruitment.

Beth Parsons, with nearly 20 years in fundraising and leadership roles, offers a broad network and expertise in developing effective search strategies aligned with organizational values.

Holly Wolk, with nearly 25 years in HR and talent management, provides transformational practices and strategies, especially within higher education institutions.

If you dont meet every requirement but are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. Boyden Boston values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we believe potential is not limited by a checklist.

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