Development Manager - Part Time

Fundraising Support:

• Qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of over 1,000 donors with a target total gift of $200,000+ per year.
• Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan and budget. 
• In collaboration with Executive leadership and Board, develop and implement long-term strategic fundraising initiatives, planned giving, and comprehensive campaigns. 
• Serve as a strategic partner with Executive and Board leadership to facilitate and elevate their personal cultivation and solicitation activities.
• Plan and execute special events including the annual fundraiser and additional cultivation/stewardship events.
• In collaboration with Marketing staff, develop compelling print and digital assets to advance fundraising priorities.
• Conduct research on prospective donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Prepare and distribute donor correspondence, including thank-you letters, solicitations, and stewardship reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in the organization’s database. 
• Maintain regular communication with donors and sponsors to build and strengthen relationships.
• Coordinate donor recognition activities, including acknowledgement letters, recognition plaques, and special events.
• Support the Executive Director in donor meetings and presentations.
• Attend performances.
• Schedule meetings to connect with donors, in collaboration with the Executive Director.
• Assist grant writer and Executive Director with grant writing. 

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a development or fundraising role, preferably in the nonprofit or arts sector.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite. 
• Proficiency in Salesforce or similar software. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of and passion for music, particularly orchestral and popular genres.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by concerts and events.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in grant writing and reporting.
• Previous experience working with a board of directors and/or volunteers.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Arts Administration, or a related field is preferred.