Full-Time Development Manager
Job Description
ABOUT THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF DESIGN
Founded in 1825, the National Academy of Design promotes art and architecture in America. As the leading honorary society for visual artists and architects in the United States, we advocate for the arts as a tool for education, celebrate the role of artists and architects in public life, and serve as a catalyst for cultural conversations that propel society forward. As it looks ahead to its 200th anniversary in 2025, the National Academy of Design is at an especially exciting moment of reinvention and possibility. In spring 2023, the National Academy moved into a new 7800-sf exhibition space in Chelsea that reaffirms the Academy’s commitment to the artists and architects who are at the core of its mission. The new space will enable the Academy to present a vibrant schedule of exhibitions and programs that explore critical issues in contemporary art, architecture, and culture.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Manager is an entrepreneurial, results-driven fundraising professional who will help create and implement fundraising strategies that achieve the organization’s fundraising goals. This full-time, exempt position is responsible for implementing a broad-based strategy to secure and increase financial support through individual gifts, corporate and foundation grants, and special events. The ideal candidate will be personable, analytical, articulate, an excellent written and verbal communicator, and be able to balance multiple priorities and projects. The Development Manager works to build a culture of philanthropy that is inclusive of all stakeholders. This is a full-time, exempt position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement a “Friends” membership program aimed at cultivating deeper ties with donors (individual giving $50 – $2,499), including conceiving of and implementing activations and events for members
- Support the Director of Development in researching and identifying prospects, matching donor interests to institution goals, and soliciting and stewarding donor relationships
- Oversee all gift acknowledgment and donor tracking, and work in partnership with rest of the staff to ensure donor data integrity using Salesforce
- Work in partnership with the Director of Development and Communications team on annual fundraising campaigns
- Help plan, coordinate, and implement development events including donor cultivation cocktail receptions and gala fundraising benefits
- Conduct donor/prospect research and prepare briefing materials for the Director of Development
- Work with the senior leadership team to coordinate funding proposals and reports for federal, state, city government RFPs, as well as private foundation and corporate funding opportunities
- Monitor news, philanthropic publications, prospect database, and alerts to identify new prospects
- Coordinate and conduct meetings with donors and prospects, as needed
- Support additional development projects as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- A passion and enthusiasm for the National Academy’s mission
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- A demonstrated ability to influence and engage a wide range of donors and build long-term relationships
- Three or more years of related professional experience in development at a not-for-profit organization
- Demonstrated experience using Salesforce or similar CRM database platform
- Strong organizational skills
- Flexible and adaptable work and interpersonal style
- Ability to work both independently without close oversight, but also function as a team player who will take initiative, and manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently
- Experience planning and assisting with the production of fundraising events, such as art auctions or galas
- Ability to travel as required and assist with/attend selected fundraising events as needed (some nights and weekends required)
- Some knowledge of and experience navigating government grant databases; experience writing government and/or foundation grant proposals
SALARY
The salary for this position is $60,000-$70,000 annually and includes an excellent, comprehensive benefits package.
LOCATION
Full-time employees of the National Academy are currently required to work in our offices in New York (519 W 26th St) at least three days per week, are required to attend in-person staff and board meetings, and must be available to attend in-person events and programs as required. This policy is subject to change based on the needs of the organization.
HIRING STATEMENT
The National Academy of Design is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color, and gender-nonconforming candidates to apply. The National Academy of Design is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, gender identification, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.
How to Apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Please submit a résumé and one-page cover letter, combined in one PDF titled “Last Name_DEVELOPMENT MANAGER,” via email to careers@nationalacademy.org. Please include “DEVELOPMENT MANAGER” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.99 total views, 0 today