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The Director of Development is the Bostonian Society’s chief fund-raising official, responsible for overseeing the institution’s development operations and for setting and achieving goals in raising contributed income from individuals, corporations, government, and foundations. The Development Director is a senior management team member, and manages two other staff members in the Development Department. The Director will function as the Major Gift Officer and be expected to conduct donor research, track current donors, and develop donor specific cultivation plans. Candidates should bring 5 years of experience relevant to the position, Deep Boston connections, strong oral and written communication skills, and an understanding of the importance of collaboration. A knowledge of, and interest in Boston’s History is desirable. The Bostonian Society is a non-profit history institution, with an operating budget of over $2 million/year. Since 1881, it has been based at the Old State House, colonial America’s oldest public building and the center of Revolutionary Boston. The Society is currently engaged in the overall reinterpretation and restoration of this key national landmark, focusing on the period of the 18th century when events in Boston changed the world forever. Please e-mail resume and letter of interest to hr@bostonhistory.org . No phone calls or visits, please. Posted on: 04/19/2016

Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with other members of the senior staff, the Director for Institutional Advancement oversees the HMSC membership program and annual appeal, and executes the vision of the HMSC Executive Director by planning, coordinating, supervising and contributing to fund-raising activities that enhance the mission of the HMSC, and encouraging individual, community, and corporate support in order to ensure the ongoing success of the HMSC. Provides broad-based private support for the HMSC through the management of comprehensive programs and by developing relationships with individuals, corporations and foundations. Responsible for the thoughtful presentation of a donor-centered stewardship program for donors to the HMSC. Works in close partnership and collaboration with FAS Development and University Development Office to build strong, coordinated, and supportive relationships with the HMSC community of donors. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with minimum 7 years experience in fundraising. Experience in donor prospecting and use of fundraising software. Experience building individual cultivation and/or a membership program. Additional Qualifications Experience fundraising in a university or cultural institution. Creative, strategic thinker with outstanding communications and interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate with colleagues and engage and motivate members and donors. Experience in events management. Highly organized; able to analyze, prioritize, and juggle multiple responsibilities to maximize results. Familiarity with Harvard and the University’s fundraising database and systems strongly preferred. Interest in museums and/or content related to an HMSC museum, a plus. Ability to work some evenings and weekends required. Apply Here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGWEbHost/jobdetails.aspx?partnerID=25240&siteID=5341&AReq=39022BR Posted on: 04/20/2016

Veritude is hiring for an Assistant Registrar at Fidelity Investments. This position is based in Boston, MA. Primary Responsibilities: Provide registrar support for the investment center art initiative Create accession records as art is acquired Plan and coordinate domestic shipping to investor center (from framer) via project shipping vendor Create, print and ship art tags to framer after coordinating the portfolios of art that they will support Coordinate the photography of each piece of art accessioned to ensure that it is appropriately photographed and documented in the art database Coordinate frame and mat with the framers for each piece of art Update the installed locations of each piece of art in the real estate floor plan management system Coordinate with Asst. Operations Manager and Project Manager to accurately track registrar responsibilities on the initiative tracking spreadsheet Coordinate the closeout of the accessioning process to ensure that all relevant information is appropriately documented in the system Establish and maintain successful relationship with installation vendor partners Qualifications: Industry and business expertise defines critical skills across multiple aspects of business management. It focuses on the knowledge and insight the candidate brings to the position through his or her professional experience. Art industry experience of conventional collection and market practice Standard accessioning processes Standard framing processes Standard art handling and shipping processes Posted on: 04/20/2016

General Overview: The ICA seeks a Senior Registrar to provide high-level administration of the ICA’s registration practices within the Curatorial Department. He/she manages the operations of the registration department – assesses resource needs, anticipates and recommends adjustments as required; prepares and administers the budget for the registration department; assists in the development of special project budgets; ensures compliance with prevailing museum standards relating to collections and exhibitions management; develops and implements museum-wide systems and procedures for effective exhibitions management in consultation with senior staff. The Senior Registrar anticipates issues before they arise, communicates directly with colleagues and takes appropriate action to ensure the security of each exhibition at all times while making every effort to help the ICA attain its ambitious programmatic goals. Full posting and instructions on how to apply located here: https://www.icaboston.org/about/jobs-and-internships/senior-registrar Posted on: 04/20/2016

The American Museum of Fly Fishing, steward of the history, traditions and practices of the sport of fly-fishing and a leading advocate for water conservation, seeks a new Executive Director. Founded in 1968 and AAM-accredited since 1995, the Museum collects, preserves, exhibits, studies and interprets the artifacts, art and literature of the sport and, through a variety of outreach platforms, uses these resources to engage, educate and benefit all. The Museum’s five-acre campus in Manchester, Vermont comprises the Museum building, an office building and a casting pond. The Executive Director is the Museum’s chief executive and operating officer. He or she reports to the Board of Trustees and is responsible for the realization of the Museum’s mission, annual and endowment fundraising efforts, sound financial management, staff supervision and prudent stewardship of the Museum’s assets. The new Executive Director will have the opportunity to enhance the Museum’s national visibility to fly fisherman and others engaged with the past and future of the sport and to national cultural, civic and conservation groups. Candidates should have at least five years of management and supervisory experience and the capacity for sound fiscal management, relationship building and resource development. A record of success in the cultivation of members and donors, gift solicitation and the procurement of grant funding from foundations, government and individuals, is preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in working with and empowering a voluntary board, in strategic planning, audience development, organizational capacity building and sustainability, are essential. An earned baccalaureate degree is required. Review of candidate materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment. A complete application will include a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae or résumé and contact information for five professional referees who can speak about the candidate’s qualifications for this specific opportunity. Expressions of interest, applications, nominations and inquiries should be directed to the Museum’s search consultant, Chuck O’Boyle of C. V. O’Boyle, LLC, at chuck@cvoboyle.com, who will furnish a detailed specification and an internal job description upon request. Telephone inquiries are also welcome and may be made to Mr. O’Boyle directly at (401) 919-5767. All communications will be held in confidence and referees will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent. The Museum is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to principles of affirmative action in its recruiting and hiring practices. Posted on: 04/20/2016