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Posted on June 22, 2012
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Vice President of Development
New 42nd Street/New Victory Theater
New York,
New York
New 42nd Street/New Victory Theater - Vice President of Development
The New 42nd Street is an independent non-profit organization established in the mid-1990’s by New York City and state officials to revitalize seven historic theaters on West 42nd Street as part of the Times Square redevelopment plan. The New 42nd Street’s New Victory Theater is New York City’s only professional live theater whose productions are specifically intended for children and their families.
The New 42nd Street has long-term landlord responsibility for its leased properties on 42nd Street. In addition, it built, operates, and maintains its administrative offices in the New 42nd Street Studios, a 10-story rehearsal studio and office building in the heart of Times Square. The New 42nd Street also operates and raises funds to support The New Victory Theater. The New Victory Theater’s mission is to expose young people, their families, and teachers to the arts through live performing arts in order to create a unique learning experience and enhance their educational development. This is done through thoughtful, intelligent, inspiring and artistically rich performances. Many students experience their first live performance in The New Victory Theater. In addition to live performances, the Theater also has a nationally-recognized arts education program in over 150 New York City public schools and career development programs for high-school and college students.
The New 42nd Street has an organizational budget of nearly $14 million, $9 million of which is dedicated to The New Victory Theater. The theater's budget is supported by a variety of income streams, including specific fundraising activities which bring in approximately $2.3 million.
The Position
The New 42nd Street is seeking an outstanding individual to become its new Vice President of Development (“VP”). Reporting directly to the President, the VP will be responsible for meeting The New Victory Theater’s $2.3 million contributed income goal, facilitating the Theater’s development and growth, as well as deepening all philanthropic relationships for the New 42nd Street. The VP must be a confident and strategic leader who will run a development department with the highest level of efficiency and effectiveness. The VP will also focus on increasing the visibility and understanding of the work and mission of the New 42nd Street.
Under the President’s guidance, the VP will raise funds across public and private sectors and generate support from national foundations, corporate sponsors, government sources, and individual contributors. With a staff of four and a seasonal intern, the VP will manage all fundraising and development activities, including the creation and execution of development plans, budgets, and fundraising systems and procedures. He or she will work closely with the President to cultivate and secure major gifts and grants and collaborate with the Board of Directors and its committees to further the institution’s goals.
Personal and Professional Qualifications:
The new VP will have extraordinary leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the executive team. The VP must demonstrate a bold and innovative approach to fundraising and be a quick study of the organization’s past successes and future opportunities. He or she must possess exceptional communication and writing skills, demonstrate sound judgment, and have the desire to be a part of an extraordinary team.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Serve as a member of the Executive Team, collaborating with and supporting the Board of Directors, President, and staff to define organizational and fundraising goals.
- Create and execute strategies for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of current and new funders.
- Perform direct face-to-face solicitations as necessary, and support the Board and President in such activities.
- Manage and plan all fundraising and development activities including special events and grant writing.
- Increase the visibility and understanding of the Theater’s mission.
- Represent the New 42nd Street in other public settings, advancing the organization’s mission and visibility.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience in the development field in positions with increasing management responsibility.
- Knowledge of the cultural arena and performing arts.
- Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
- Experience managing and leading a professional and dedicated development team.
- Solid track record of fundraising among major donors, foundations, corporations, and sponsors.
- Bright and diplomatic attitude while working with the highest level of personal integrity.
- Sound judgement and a sense of humor is a must.
For more information about The New 42nd Street, please visit www.new42.org
The New 42nd Street will offer a competitive salary for this position, commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package available that includes medical, dental, vision, and 403(b) retirement plan. The position also includes vacation, sick leave, personal days and paid holidays.
The New 42nd Street seeks to hire staff who reflect the diversity of the communities they serve. All positions at The New 42nd Street are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions
The New 42nd Street has retained the services of Harris Rand Lusk to conduct this search. Inquiries, nominations, and applications may be directed in confidence to:
Jack Lusk, Managing Partner
or
Siobhan McDermott, Practice Leader, Development
Harris Rand Lusk
261 Madison Avenue, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10016
new42street@harrisrand.com
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