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Director of Donor Engagement
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Patricia Reser Center for the Arts
Position Posting
Director of Donor Engagement
Reports to: Executive Director
FSLA Status: Exempt, Full Time
Schedule: Hybrid work hours including select nights and weekends, with the majority being on site at The Reser
Date of Posting: November 1, 2024
Patricia Reser Center for the Arts is an equal opportunity, at-will employer, dedicated to the goal of creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strongly encourage applications from women, persons of color, and LGBTQ individuals. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
ABOUT US
The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts (“The Reser”) is a nonprofit professional arts center opened to the public in March 2022, in downtown Beaverton, Oregon. The facility comprises a 550-seat Mainstage Theater, an art gallery, and meeting & rehearsal rooms. The Reser presents national touring artists, local and regional performing arts organizations, visual arts exhibitions, arts education programs, and serves as a social and cultural hub for Beaverton and its surrounding communities. For more information about the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, please visit
www.thereser.org . WHAT YOU’LL DO The Director of Donor Engagement is responsible for the attainment of the organization’s annual contributed income goal. This person will establish the annual fund goal in collaboration with the Executive Director and will design and execute the strategies and programs leading to its achievement. Specific responsibilities will include: Develop and execute fundraising strategies for the achievement of individual, foundation, and corporate contributed income goals. Work with the Executive Director, Board of Trustees and Donor Committee to identify and cultivate prospects and achieve contributed income goals. Cultivate relationships with donors and potential donors. With Executive Director, facilitate and/or personally conduct donor gift solicitation. Lead sponsorship program (season, show, gallery, education, and community sponsorships) by creating proposals, cultivating and stewarding relationships, and managing the fulfillment of sponsorship benefits. Work closely with the contracted grant writing team by targeting grant opportunities, gathering needed information from internal staff and reviewing all grant applications prior to submission. Direct membership program and supervise Membership & Special Events Manager by supporting their work with planning and executing all donor events (including member events), managing the fulfillment of member benefits, and the operations of the department, including:
Track pledges and pledge fulfillment. Ensure that all gifts are properly recorded in our CRM, Tessitura. Ensure that thank-you notes, tax receipts, and gift or pledge acknowledgments are sent in a timely manner.
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Attend community events on behalf of The Reser, i.e. Chamber events, etc. Manage the development of an inaugural Annual Community Impact Report. Majority of work will be in-person, including attendance each week during evenings and weekends, as required to reach contributed income goals. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED A record of success as a fundraising officer with independent responsibilities for defined goals. Mastery of fundraising strategies and techniques. Hands-on experience with donor management software, preferably Tessitura. Excellent communication skills; the ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively. Both the self-confidence and the humility to engage comfortably with people at every level. Mature interpersonal skills; a talent for diplomacy; a builder of respectful and collaborative professional relationships; a well-developed ability to inspire confidence in others. Cultural competence: a nuanced awareness, appreciation, and familiarity with diverse cultures and traditions. A commitment to promoting access, inclusion, and equity. An aptitude for organization and clarity. Outstanding planning and time management skills. The ability to set effective priorities and manage outcomes. The ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidential information. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A deep, personal passion for the performing arts. Annual fund leadership experience in a nonprofit performing arts organization. Experience with sponsorship and membership programs. Experience as a leader/member in a high-functioning, mission-driven team of professionals. HOW TO APPLY Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a resume, accompanied by a cover letter describing why this position is of interest and the personal and professional experience that has prepared them to be successful. All applications will be held in confidence. Initial review of applications will begin on or about November 18 and will continue until a pool of highly qualified finalists has been identified. Interested applicants should submit materials as soon as possible. Applications received after December 2, 2024 may not be eligible for consideration. All applications and/or inquiries should be sent via email only, addressed to: Chris Ayzoukian, Executive Director Jobs@TheReser.org MS Word or PDF attachments only, please Subject Line:
Director of Donor Engagement application File names of all attachments should include applicant’s last name.
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www.thereser.org . WHAT YOU’LL DO The Director of Donor Engagement is responsible for the attainment of the organization’s annual contributed income goal. This person will establish the annual fund goal in collaboration with the Executive Director and will design and execute the strategies and programs leading to its achievement. Specific responsibilities will include: Develop and execute fundraising strategies for the achievement of individual, foundation, and corporate contributed income goals. Work with the Executive Director, Board of Trustees and Donor Committee to identify and cultivate prospects and achieve contributed income goals. Cultivate relationships with donors and potential donors. With Executive Director, facilitate and/or personally conduct donor gift solicitation. Lead sponsorship program (season, show, gallery, education, and community sponsorships) by creating proposals, cultivating and stewarding relationships, and managing the fulfillment of sponsorship benefits. Work closely with the contracted grant writing team by targeting grant opportunities, gathering needed information from internal staff and reviewing all grant applications prior to submission. Direct membership program and supervise Membership & Special Events Manager by supporting their work with planning and executing all donor events (including member events), managing the fulfillment of member benefits, and the operations of the department, including:
Track pledges and pledge fulfillment. Ensure that all gifts are properly recorded in our CRM, Tessitura. Ensure that thank-you notes, tax receipts, and gift or pledge acknowledgments are sent in a timely manner.
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Attend community events on behalf of The Reser, i.e. Chamber events, etc. Manage the development of an inaugural Annual Community Impact Report. Majority of work will be in-person, including attendance each week during evenings and weekends, as required to reach contributed income goals. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED A record of success as a fundraising officer with independent responsibilities for defined goals. Mastery of fundraising strategies and techniques. Hands-on experience with donor management software, preferably Tessitura. Excellent communication skills; the ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively. Both the self-confidence and the humility to engage comfortably with people at every level. Mature interpersonal skills; a talent for diplomacy; a builder of respectful and collaborative professional relationships; a well-developed ability to inspire confidence in others. Cultural competence: a nuanced awareness, appreciation, and familiarity with diverse cultures and traditions. A commitment to promoting access, inclusion, and equity. An aptitude for organization and clarity. Outstanding planning and time management skills. The ability to set effective priorities and manage outcomes. The ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidential information. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A deep, personal passion for the performing arts. Annual fund leadership experience in a nonprofit performing arts organization. Experience with sponsorship and membership programs. Experience as a leader/member in a high-functioning, mission-driven team of professionals. HOW TO APPLY Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a resume, accompanied by a cover letter describing why this position is of interest and the personal and professional experience that has prepared them to be successful. All applications will be held in confidence. Initial review of applications will begin on or about November 18 and will continue until a pool of highly qualified finalists has been identified. Interested applicants should submit materials as soon as possible. Applications received after December 2, 2024 may not be eligible for consideration. All applications and/or inquiries should be sent via email only, addressed to: Chris Ayzoukian, Executive Director Jobs@TheReser.org MS Word or PDF attachments only, please Subject Line:
Director of Donor Engagement application File names of all attachments should include applicant’s last name.
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