Charles H. Sawyer Curatorial Fellow

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. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Chief of Development will lead fundraising efforts for a $30 million comprehensive campaign.

Responsibilities

• Manage all museum fundraising, including campaign fundraising, 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.
• Research and build strong relationships with current and prospective donors to secure significant sustainable philanthropic support.
• Work closely with the Executive Director, the Board, and senior staff to help the Museum achieve its financial goals.
• Be an integral part of the senior leadership team and a key player in the growth and expansion of the organization 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.
• Proven track record in major gift fundraising (ideally campaign fundraising).
• Experience in the museum or cultural sector.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors.

Qualifications

• High-energy, seasoned development professional.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a team of three full-time staff and two consultants.
• Experience with fundraising campaigns and major gift acquisition.
• Knowledge of donor management systems and databases.

Skills

• Exceptional fundraising skills.
• Strategic planning and implementation.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

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%.
• Generous paid time off — 42 days of PTO, 13 paid holidays, and full-week closures in December and July.

Pay

$227,150 per year. Salary is tied to the Museum's commitment to pay equity. A cost of living increase will be applied annually in addition to any bonus or additional compensation incentive program the museum might develop.

Schedule

Full-time position.