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Director of Annual Fund

The Hun School of Princeton

Onsite Princeton, New Jersey

The Hun School of Princeton is a dynamic and inclusive community where students in grades 6–12 and postgraduates thrive in a joyful learning environment centered on character, curiosity, and cultural competency. Located in Princeton, New Jersey, the School is just steps from Princeton University, offering students and faculty a stunning, walkable 45-acre campus infused with academic energy and natural beauty. Founded more than a century ago on the principle that learning is most effective through personal relationships, Hun remains deeply committed to small class sizes, close mentorship, and the pursuit of excellence across academics, arts, athletics, and service.

With a student population of nearly 700, Hun draws day and boarding students from across the country and around the globe. The School is known for its warm and diverse community, where respectful collaboration among students and faculty creates a unique culture of trust and joy. Boasting low attrition rates, strong enrollment, and a powerful brand reputation, Hun continues to innovate in its programming and advance its mission to prepare students for a complex and ever-changing world.

The Opportunity

The Hun School seeks a strategic and relationship-driven Director of the Annual Fund to strengthen the School’s philanthropic culture and grow annual giving across all constituencies.

Reporting to the Director of Development and leading one direct report, the Director will design and execute a data-informed, multi-channel campaign to increase annual support from alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty, staff, and students. In this frontline fundraising role, the Director will cultivate and solicit leadership gifts, manage volunteer committees, and drive events such as Raider Giving Day and Giving Tuesday.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving Advancement team during a period of transformative momentum and vision. The Director will be a close partner to senior Advancement leaders and a critical architect in advancing a high-impact philanthropic strategy.

With a goal of raising $1.3 million in FY25 and an engaged alumni and parent base, Hun offers an ideal environment for a passionate fundraiser to make a significant difference in a mission-driven community.

The salary range for this position is $90,000–$135,000.

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