The David W. and Mary S. Benfer Curatorial Research Fellow

About the role

The Chief of Development will lead fundraising efforts for the American LGBTQ+ Museum, including a $30mm comprehensive campaign, board of directors fundraising, individual major gifts, annual fundraising, corporate fundraising and engagement, government fundraising, memberships, 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.
• Work with a team of three full-time staff and two consultants to manage all aspects of fundraising.
• Build strong relationships with current and prospective donors to secure significant sustainable philanthropic support.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Board, and senior staff 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 is required.

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.
• Researching and building strong relationships with current and prospective donors.
• Ability to cultivate significant sustainable philanthropic support.
• Experience working with a team of three full-time staff and two consultants.
• Strong collaboration skills with the Executive Director, Board, and senior staff.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with donor relations and stewardship.
• 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. The 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

The schedule is not specified.