Description:
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Build and codify the Museum’s major giving program for the Museum, building upon foundational efforts
achieved to date.
- Maintain a schedule of cultivation and solicitation activities with a portfolio of prospects and members of various
giving groups devoted to the Museum.
- Engage through a rigorous strategy system, identifying and cultivating new prospects culled from the Museum’s
existing donor and attendance base, as well as recommendations brought forward by Museum trustees and other
ambassadors.
- Establish a culture of philanthropy among the Museum’s individual networks, crafting compelling fundraising
appeals and pitches.
- Provide accurate and timely management of portfolios, along with developing unique and personal solicitation
strategies, both written and direct, throughout the year
- Coordinate, manage, and lead special donor engagement opportunities, including dinners, salons, and other Patron
and Major Gifts events, in conjunction with the Special Events team
- Monitor and report on major gift fundraising metrics.
- Work collaboratively with Museum Director, EVP, Development department directors, and Board members on
major gifts solicitations.
- Perform other duties as needed
A successful candidate will have:
- A minimum of five years of experience in individual/major gift/planned giving, with a strong understanding of
cultural fundraising and the NYC donor/philanthropic landscape, preferably for a museum or cultural institution.
- In-depth knowledge of fundraising best practices and donor databases for managing donor and solicitation records.
- Proven ability to make direct, face-to-face solicitations and support others in their solicitation efforts.
- Expertise in acknowledging major donors through both public and private recognition.
- Demonstrated ability to meet revenue goals and expand a donor base.
- Highly detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- A problem-solver with strategic and analytical thinking skills, capable of prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced
environment with multiple deadlines.
- Ability to work flexibly, efficiently, and diplomatically both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to interact professionally and cheerfully with Museum members, donors, staff, and trustees.
- Capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while adhering to deadlines and budget
constraints.
- The desire to work in a collaborative, supportive environment
- Strong interpersonal skills, with a courteous and professional demeanor.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Altru CRM system preferred