Assistant Collections Manager

About the role

The American LGBTQ+ Museum is a bold new institution dedicated to preserving, investigating, and celebrating the dynamic histories and cultures of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people. The Museum will tell the community's evolving histories in their own voices as they envision a world in which all people work toward and experience the joy of liberation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American LGBTQ+ Museum.
• Manage all museum fundraising, including campaign fundraising for a $30mm comprehensive campaign, board of directors fundraising, individual major gifts, annual fundraising (direct mail), corporate fundraising and engagement, government fundraising, memberships, all donor communications, and donor cultivation events.
• Work with a team of three full-time staff and two consultants to manage fundraising efforts.
• Research and build strong relationships with current and prospective donors to translate into significant sustainable philanthropic support.
• Catalyze the Museum's growth and expansion in donor markets across the US.

Requirements

• A minimum of ten years of progressive experience in multifaceted development work with a major metropolitan museum, performing arts center, or arts and culture nonprofit.
• Experience in major gift fundraising (ideally campaign fundraising).
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful fundraising campaigns.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors and stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in the LGBTQ+ community and understanding the unique needs and challenges of this demographic.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., nonprofit management, public administration, etc.) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven success in fundraising, preferably in a museum or cultural setting.
• Experience with donor relations, grant writing, and proposal development.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Exceptional fundraising and donor cultivation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of nonprofit governance and compliance.
• Experience with donor stewardship and recognition.

Benefits

The American LGBTQ+ Museum offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions.
• Life and disability insurance.
• A 401(k) plan with a 200% employer match up to 5% of salary.
• Generous paid time off — 42 days of PTO, 13 paid holidays, and full-week closures in December and July.

Pay

$227,150.00 - $227,150.00 per year

Schedule

On-site