Natural History 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

• 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.
• Research and build strong relationships with current and prospective donors which translate into significant sustainable philanthropic support.
• Work closely with the Executive Director, the Board, and senior staff to help the American LGBTQ+ Museum achieve its financial goals.
• Be a catalyst for helping 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.

Qualifications

• High-energy, seasoned development professional with a proven track record in major gift fundraising (ideally campaign fundraising) in the museum or cultural sector.
• Experience working with a team of three full-time staff and two consultants.
• Strong relationship-building skills with current and prospective donors.
• Ability to manage multiple fundraising initiatives and campaigns.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and trends.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Benefits

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

Pay

$227,150

Schedule

TBD