开云体育

Director of Development?

About the Company

For nearly 40 years we have created place-based performances that transform non-traditional spaces, providing learning opportunities and engaging diverse communities. We believe that the arts can change our vision of the world and of ourselves. We are pioneers in our field and no one else does what we do.?

We are a collaborative, creative and hard-working team and strongly encourage and seek applications from women, people of color, including bilingual and bicultural individuals, as well as members of the LGBTQ+ communities.

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Position Summary

The Director of Development works to advance the organization’s mission through relationship-building and communication efforts. This position strengthens relationships with donors, funders, partners and stakeholders while leading donor engagement and corporate support. Key responsibilities of this position include grant research and writing, event planning, Board management and stewardship of current members and donors. The Director of Development supervises one intern.?

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation for this position is $85,000. The Director of Development is eligible for the following benefits:?

• Paid sick leave.?

• Paid parking.?

• Health Care Benefits

• Attend shows at no cost.?

Our office is located in Downtown Los Angeles and includes a rooftop patio for our employees to enjoy.?

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Build and strengthen relationships with donors, funders, partners and community stakeholders.

• Lead donor engagement efforts.?

• Cultivate corporate relationships and grow corporate support.

• Plan and execute events and fundraising opportunities such as donor membership events, yearly fundraising campaign, Giving Tuesday, programmatic fundraisers.

• Assist with the grant process, including researching and identifying opportunities, writing and submitting grant proposals and tracking.?

• Maintain and implement stewardship of current members and donors.

• Board committee meeting management including scheduling, invitations, reminders and agendas.?

• Supervise the Development and Marketing Intern.

• Assist with the development of the organization’s marketing plan.

• Build positive relationships among staff, dancers, volunteers, funders and partners to foster high morale and ongoing commitment to the organization.

• Oversee implementation of membership program and membership recruitment

• Create opportunities to increase the visibility of the organization in Los Angeles through strategic partnerships and special initiatives.

• Cultivate press relationships and facilitate PR opportunities.

• Other responsibilities as assigned.?

Education and Experience

• At least 3 years of direct fundraising and communications experience required.?

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

• Comfortable initiating and conducting donor visits and fundraising calls, with demonstrated success at securing donations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Google Analytics, Google Suite, fundraising software, CRMs and? online advertising.?

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships.

• Knowledgeable about the latest fundraising tactics and the ability to determine their effectiveness.

• Complete deliverables in established timeframes while maintaining flexibility.

• Excellent planning and organization skills with a strong attention to detail.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Availability to work weekends and evenings as needed.?

• Experience with Neon CRM preferred.?

How to Apply

We appreciate your interest in the Director of Development position! Please submit your resume and a cover letter for consideration to?heidi@.... We are unable to accept phone calls for this position at this time.?