Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance

Job Description

The American Swedish Historical Museum seeks a self-motivated, early-career fundraising professional. The Development Associate plays a key role in supporting the museum’s fundraising efforts by managing donor communications and providing strategic and administrative support with the centennial capital campaign and annual giving initiatives. Reporting to the Executive Director and Assistant Director, the Development Associate will contribute to the success of individual giving, grant prospect research, institutional support, and special events.

This is an exciting opportunity for a mission-driven, detail-oriented professional interested in advancing their career in a friendly, supportive environment. The Development Associate is part of a small (seven full-time, five part-time) and passionate staff team that works closely with our community to create a dynamic place to explore cultural identity through the Scandinavian-American experience. We are looking for an individual who is inspired by our mission and can think strategically about our fundraising goals, specifically around the Centennial Capital Campaign, and can engage with members and donors.

Responsibilities

Donor Relations & Communications

Manage day-to-day donor communications, including acknowledgments, appeals, and stewardship outreach
Maintain donor database records, ensuring accuracy and timely updates
Assist in the preparation of donor recognition materials, reports, and updates
Support relationship management for mid-level donors and annual fund contributors

Fundraising Campaign Support

Assist with execution of centennial capital campaigns, including direct mail and email appeals
Track campaign performance metrics and provide summary reports
Help identify donor prospects and manage donor research

Event Support

Support planning and execution of donor cultivation and stewardship events
Solicit support from corporate and community organizations
Represent the museum at community and donor-facing events as needed

Administrative & Strategic Support

Prepare meeting materials, presentations, and fundraising reports for internal use
Help manage development calendar, deadlines, and grant/report submission timelines
Provide cross-departmental coordination to ensure fundraising aligns with institutional goals
Research potential grants that align with the organization’s funding needs

Required Qualifications

1-3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or a related field
Bachelor’s or higher degree and comparable development experience, including creating effective fundraising proposals and solicitation letters
Experience in prospect research and grant management
Proficiency in donor management CRMs
Excellent organizational and time-management skills; attention to detail
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
Effective record-keeping and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with the Philadelphia philanthropic landscape
Knowledge of Scandinavian cultures
Passion for the arts, museums, or cultural engagement is a plus

Work Schedule and Compensation
This position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a half-hour unpaid lunch. Some evening and weekend work will be required for special events, which may be eligible for comp time as outlined in the employee handbook.

The position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with time split between working from home and in the office.

Salary Range:
$45,000-$55,000, dependent on qualifications and years of experience. We offer medical and dental insurance and a 403b plan.