Director and Curator

About the role

The Chief of Development will provide leadership, direction, and coordination of fundraising strategies and activities to advance the mission of the American LGBTQ+ Museum. Reporting to the Executive Director, the CoD will 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage all museum fundraising, including campaign fundraising for a $30mm comprehensive campaign
• Build strong relationships with current and prospective donors
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies and campaigns
• Coordinate with the Board of Directors and senior staff to achieve financial goals
• Oversee donor communications and donor cultivation events
• Work with a team of three full-time staff and two consultants

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)
• High-energy, seasoned development professional

Qualifications

• Experience in the museum or cultural sector
• Ability to build strong relationships with donors
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with donor cultivation and stewardship

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of fundraising techniques and best practices

Benefits

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

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with employer contributions
• A 401(k) plan where the Museum will contribute 200% of an employee's retirement contribution 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

Schedule

N/A