Internship

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

• 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 ensure successful execution of fundraising initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with current and prospective donors to secure significant sustainable philanthropic support.
• Collaborate with the Board, senior staff, and other partners to help the American LGBTQ+ 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 fundraising for LGBTQ+ organizations or related fields.
• Ability to manage a team and coordinate various fundraising activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with donors.
• Experience working with diverse communities and understanding the unique needs of the LGBTQ+ community.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and results-driven professional with a passion for the mission of the American LGBTQ+ Museum.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with donor management systems and fundraising software.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and trends.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with donor relations and fundraising campaigns.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with employer contributions.
• 401(k) plan with a 200% match on employee contributions 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 annually

Schedule

Full-time