Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation
Associate Director of Individual Giving
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, New York, New York, us, 10261
Associate Director of Individual Giving
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. (AILEY) is seeking an experienced individual to serve as our Associate Director of Individual Giving reporting to the Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving
Position Summary:
The Associate Director of Individual Giving is a dynamic and strategic leader with a proven track record of identifying, securing, and stewarding individual donors. Reporting to the Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving, the Associate Director will work closely with colleagues organization-wide to develop the planning and implementation of the Individual Giving program, which supports the efforts of the companies, Ailey Arts In Education & Community Programs, and The Ailey School.
Successful candidates will have a minimum of 4+ years of fundraising experience, including 2+ years as a frontline fundraiser. Candidates must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills and an appreciation for dance.
Responsibilities:
Acquire and steward individual donors including members of the
Ailey Partners ,
Parents Annual Fund,
and
Ailey Legacy CircleAs a front-line fundraiser, work closely with Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving to cultivate and steward donors and prospects to grow the number of membership households and increase annual givingCreate long-range development plans for each Partner memberCultivate and steward the Parents Annual Fund DonorsLiaise between the Parents and The Ailey School leadershipOversee stewardship of student scholarship donors utilizing Individual Giving AssistantManage and coordinate planned giving society, Ailey Legacy CircleStrategize and plan campaigns in concert with vendor partner FreeWillCultivate and solicit new Legacy Circle members while stewarding existing donorsDevelop materials for Partners, Parents, and Legacy Circle membersWork closely with the Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving to assist in developing a pipeline of prospects for the Artistic Director's Circle and major giving opportunitiesAttend most cultivation events, including most performances at New York City Center and other venuesContribute to individual giving team's ongoing prospect research needsCollaborate with the Director of Development Operations to ensure the highest standards and best practices in donor record management.Supervise interns, seasonal assistants, and student workersMinimum Qualifications:
4+ years of related experience working in a multi-faceted fundraising office with a successful track record of increasing responsibility and successful history of individual givingKnowledge of fundraising principles and ethicsUnderstanding of planned giving vehicles, methods, and solicitation techniquesExcellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skillsStrong writing skills with proficient experience drafting and editing appealsAbility to lead, work independently, and collaborate as a member of a teamExperience with Salesforce CRM preferredKnowledge of prospect research tools and best practices for non-profit organizationsWillingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as neededExperience working with performing arts and cultural organizations and a knowledge of New York City's philanthropic circles is preferredIntimate knowledge of and appreciation for dance/performing arts preferredBachelor's degree required/Master's degree preferredStart date:
Immediate
Compensation:
$90,000 - $95,000 annually based on experience.
Benefits include health (including EAP services), dental insurance, flexible spending account, 403(b) retirement plan, and commuter benefits.
Required Application Materials
ResumeCover letter detailing your interest in this positionContact information for two professional references
Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. (AILEY) is seeking an experienced individual to serve as our Associate Director of Individual Giving reporting to the Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving
Position Summary:
The Associate Director of Individual Giving is a dynamic and strategic leader with a proven track record of identifying, securing, and stewarding individual donors. Reporting to the Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving, the Associate Director will work closely with colleagues organization-wide to develop the planning and implementation of the Individual Giving program, which supports the efforts of the companies, Ailey Arts In Education & Community Programs, and The Ailey School.
Successful candidates will have a minimum of 4+ years of fundraising experience, including 2+ years as a frontline fundraiser. Candidates must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills and an appreciation for dance.
Responsibilities:
Acquire and steward individual donors including members of the
Ailey Partners ,
Parents Annual Fund,
and
Ailey Legacy CircleAs a front-line fundraiser, work closely with Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving to cultivate and steward donors and prospects to grow the number of membership households and increase annual givingCreate long-range development plans for each Partner memberCultivate and steward the Parents Annual Fund DonorsLiaise between the Parents and The Ailey School leadershipOversee stewardship of student scholarship donors utilizing Individual Giving AssistantManage and coordinate planned giving society, Ailey Legacy CircleStrategize and plan campaigns in concert with vendor partner FreeWillCultivate and solicit new Legacy Circle members while stewarding existing donorsDevelop materials for Partners, Parents, and Legacy Circle membersWork closely with the Director of Major Gifts & Individual Giving to assist in developing a pipeline of prospects for the Artistic Director's Circle and major giving opportunitiesAttend most cultivation events, including most performances at New York City Center and other venuesContribute to individual giving team's ongoing prospect research needsCollaborate with the Director of Development Operations to ensure the highest standards and best practices in donor record management.Supervise interns, seasonal assistants, and student workersMinimum Qualifications:
4+ years of related experience working in a multi-faceted fundraising office with a successful track record of increasing responsibility and successful history of individual givingKnowledge of fundraising principles and ethicsUnderstanding of planned giving vehicles, methods, and solicitation techniquesExcellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skillsStrong writing skills with proficient experience drafting and editing appealsAbility to lead, work independently, and collaborate as a member of a teamExperience with Salesforce CRM preferredKnowledge of prospect research tools and best practices for non-profit organizationsWillingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as neededExperience working with performing arts and cultural organizations and a knowledge of New York City's philanthropic circles is preferredIntimate knowledge of and appreciation for dance/performing arts preferredBachelor's degree required/Master's degree preferredStart date:
Immediate
Compensation:
$90,000 - $95,000 annually based on experience.
Benefits include health (including EAP services), dental insurance, flexible spending account, 403(b) retirement plan, and commuter benefits.
Required Application Materials
ResumeCover letter detailing your interest in this positionContact information for two professional references