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Job Description 

Hi-ARTS seeks an experienced and dynamic Development Manager to join our growing team. The Development Manager is responsible for raising individual and major gifts, and securing institutional support towards Hi-ARTS’ $800,000 - $1,000,000 annual operating budget. This role has exciting potential for growth. The position reports to the Executive Director, is supported by development/grant writing consultants, and may supervise interns. The Development Manager also collaborates with other departments: Marketing, Programming, and Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Participate in overall planning and execution of Hi-ARTS’ development plan
  • Maintain an annual grant calendar 
  • Lead completion of proposals and reports for foundation, government, and corporate entities in collaboration with development/grant writing consultants 
  • Coordinate cultivation and fundraising events (2-4 per year) in collaboration with General Manager 
  • Design and implement annual fundraising campaigns in collaboration with Marketing Associate 
  • Identify, research, and support Executive Director’s cultivation of prospective funders, major donors, and board members 
  • Work with Executive Director and Program Manager to identify opportunities for new initiatives, as well as secure the support necessary to realize these ideas 
  • Keep donors and key funders apprised of ongoing activities, manage a tracking and communication calendar, and acknowledge donations and grants 
  • Serve as Board liaison: engage board members around fundraisers, board recruitment, meetings, regular public programming, and special gatherings; and secure annual donations 
  • Support Executive Director in planning and executing Board meetings, including preparing fundraising reports and other materials and drafting meeting minutes 
  • Support Executive Director in formalizing Board and committee structures 
  • Support Nominating/Development Committee and, as needed, Finance/Audit Committee and other committees 
  • Establish and maintain a new donor database (Hi-ARTS will begin using Salsa CRM in 2022) 
  • Provide support for in-person events

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Must embrace the mission and values of Hi-ARTS 
  • Sensitivity to historically excluded performance and visual artists
  • Three to five years of experience in nonprofit fundraising 
  • Demonstrated experience in event planning and development
  • Previous experience working closely with a Board of Directors
  • Broad knowledge of the professional arts industry and urban arts landscape
  • Understanding of East Harlem and/or neighborhoods with similar cultural, racial and socioeconomic demographics
  • Proficiency in in Google Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Presentations)
  • Ability to work in and fully leverage donor databases and CRMs 
  • Clear communicator with excellent speaking, writing, editing, and proofreading skills
  • Detail-oriented with time management and problem-solving skills 
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with staff on a small, growing team

Please note: Hi-ARTS staff is currently exploring a hybrid work model and remain in conversation about returning to an in-office schedule. Currently, all staff members must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination according to the “Key to NYC” Vaccine Mandate.

 

COMPENSATION 

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) salaried exempt position. Salary is $65,000 per year. The position includes medical, vision, and dental coverage. Hi-ARTS has a generous and flexible vacation, personal, and sick leave policy. 

HOW TO APPLY 

Email search@hi-artsnyc.org with subject line: Development Manager. Include a cover letter in the body of the email and attach a resume. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Priority will be given to applicants that submit information by November 19, 2021.

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