Experience:

Director Salary:

$65,000 - $90,000 per year Job Details -

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, creating individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans. 2. Collaborate with the leadership team to develop and implement a comprehensive major gifts program. 3. Conduct prospect research and qualification to identify potential major donors. 4. Develop and implement donor strategies to secure major gifts, including identifying donor interests and aligning them with organizational needs. 5. Build and maintain strong relationships with board members, leadership, and donors, acting as the primary liaison between these key stakeholders. 6. Represent the organization at events and meetings, effectively communicating our mission and impact to potential donors. 7. Prepare compelling proposals, presentations, and reports to secure major gifts. 8. Track and report on major gifts activity and progress towards goals. 9. Work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of major gifts. 10. Stay current on trends and best practices in major gifts fundraising and the arts industry.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, or related field. 2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in major gifts fundraising, preferably in the arts industry. 3. Proven track record of securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals. 4. Strong understanding of the principles of major gifts fundraising, including prospect research, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. 5. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective donor strategies. 6. Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to forge strong relationships with board members, leadership, and donors. 7. Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. 8. Proficiency in fundraising software and databases. 9. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 10. Passion for the arts and a commitment to the mission of our organization.

A bit about us:

- We are in search of a dynamic and experienced Permanent Major Gifts Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in our organization by driving our fundraising efforts, developing our portfolio, and creating effective donor strategies. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our mission and goals. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the arts, a proven track record in major gifts fundraising, and the ability to forge strong relationships with board members, leadership, and donors. Why join us? - Join us as a Permanent Major Gifts Officer and play a key role in shaping the future of our organization. We can't wait to see the impact you'll make! #operations #portfolio-development-and-prospect-qualification #donor-strategy #board-and-leadership-partnership #arts-organization-industry #tier4