Manager of Leadership Annual Giving [Philadelphia Museum of Art, PA]

Description

The Museum currently seeks an experienced Development professional with strengths in donor cultivation and solicitation, acquisition strategy development and implementation, and stewardship, focused on achieving the revenue goals of the Museum’s well-established Chairman’s Council donor/membership program (annual gifts of $10,000 or more), consisting of some 150 households. This position also oversees acquisition initiatives for the Museum’s three collection-based affinity groups focused on craft, photography, and modern and contemporary design. As part of a four-member team that is responsible for raising a total of approximately $5 million in annual operating support, the Manager reports to the Director of Leadership Annual Giving, working both independently and collaboratively with Development colleagues, Museum leadership, and volunteers to identify and acquire new members of this critical Museum constituency group and steward current members.  Primary areas of the position include direct donor/prospect contact through events, one-on-one visits, email and telephone communication, as well as volunteer management, to maximize retention/renewal/upgrade of members, ensure benefits implementation, and secure new members.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess four to six years of progressive Development experience with a record of success in initiating and maintaining contact and building relationships with prospective and current donors. This opportunity to join a dynamic Development office during a transformational Campaign and Museum expansion project designed by world renowned architect Frank Gehry requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to be flexible and creative. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate strong computer proficiency; knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or similar donor management system is a plus. The successful candidate must have the ability to articulate the priorities and programs of the Museum, understand the interests of donors, and respect and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality of information.  A bachelor’s degree is required.

To apply, please attach a cover letter and resume to submit with your application.