Curatorial and Research Associate

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 to advance the museum's mission.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• High-energy, seasoned development professional with a proven track record in major gift fundraising (ideally campaign fundraising).
• Experience in the museum or cultural sector.
• Ability to build strong relationships with donors.
• Proven ability to manage and grow donor portfolios.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of fundraising techniques and best practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with employer contributions.
• 401(k) plan with a 200% employer match up to 5% of the employee’s contribution.
• Generous paid time off — 42 days of PTO, 13 paid holidays, and full-week closures in December and July.

Pay

$227,150

Schedule

TBD