Bilingual Japanese Development (Fundraising) & Head of School Office Manager

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Job Description
A private, co-educational international high school in New York is seeking a full-time Development (Fundraising) & Head of School Office Manager. Set on a beautiful, green campus, this role offers the opportunity to play a central part in school operations and leadership support.

Start Date: August 1, 2026

Location: On-campus (New York)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute fundraising strategies
• Organize and manage fundraising events
• Oversee donation management and donor relations
• Maintain donor database
• Plan and host donor receptions
• Provide executive support to the Head of School (calendar and administrative support)
• Prepare Board of Directors meetings (agenda, minutes, attendance tracking)
• Serve as corporate secretary
• Oversee administrative office operations

Requirements

• Relevant professional experience, including management experience
• Native-level proficiency in Japanese and English (Japanese preferred)
• Strong PC skills (Word, Excel) and database management experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Ability to travel internationally
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Experience in fundraising, investor relations, external relations, or sales is a plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, FSA/DCA)
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Child allowance and tuition assistance program
• Complimentary lunch during school terms
• Winter break (2-3 weeks) and spring break (1 week in April)

Skill Set
Japanese