Director of Advancement

The Director of Advancement will serve as the museum’s principal development strategist and fundraiser and will report to the Executive Director while building a network of new support for the mission of ADKX and stewarding its longtime donors. This leader will oversee donor relations, membership, major gifts, planned giving, grant writing, and special events as well as fundraising for capital and endowment campaigns. ADKX’s current goal is $1.5 million in annual support and ADKX is in the planning phase of a $25 million capital campaign for educational, exhibition, infrastructure, and endowment growth. New exhibitions will focus on African American History, climate change, and the environment as well as other topics. The Director of Advancement will manage a dedicated team of three to four people, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture aligned with the museum’s mission. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Advancement will contribute to organizational strategy, ensure the sustainability of fundraising programs, and represent ADKX with credibility, diplomacy, and enthusiasm.