Posted on August 28, 2012

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Capital Campaign Associate

Theatre for a New Audience, Capital Associate Position Summary

Theatre for a New Audience is building its first permanent home, designed by Hugh Hardy, in the Downtown Brooklyn Cultural District. To accomplish this, we have embarked on a $66.5 million capital campaign. To date, we have raised $52.6 million and our new home is halfway built. We have an exciting opportunity to be a part of this Project and Campaign.

Responsibilities

Prospect Research: Create detailed profiles for donor prospects using internet and prospect research databases; manage process of sourcing and tracking new prospects.

Prospect and Donor Management: Manage donor and prospect records (MS Access database and Raiser’s Edge) including entry, reporting, and problem-solving; write and track acknowledgment letters and other donor communications; manage gift entry and reporting; assist in tracking and reporting on solicitation program and Campaign progress.

Events: Assist in coordination of donor and cultivation events. Manage invitation lists, track and follow up on responses, and assist at events.

Newsletter: write, design, manage submissions for and distribute monthly e-newsletter

Campaign Support: Write and track correspondence, manage production and distribution of Campaign collateral, assist with grant proposal submissions and perform general administrative duties as related to Campaign development and strategic planning.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent written and oral communication skills/pleasant phone manner
• Experience with prospect research a plus.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail: ability to manage and track multiple projects simultaneously, respond with flexibility, report on project statuses, and work as a team member, as well as autonomously.
• Outstanding computer skills: MS Office Suite, database management, PatronMail or similar eblast tool, internet research. Adobe Design Suite/graphics experience a plus.
• Ability to work with leadership, artists and staff.
• Intellectual curiosity, strong work ethic, flexibility, and occasional after-hours.
• Willingness to consider committing to TFANA for the duration of the Capital Campaign (anticipated duration three years)
• 2-3 years fundraising experience preferred, but will consider applicable alternate experience.

Benefits include paid vacation and holidays, medical insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as the opportunity to participate in voluntary dental, 403(b), and Flexible Spending programs. Theatre for a New Audience is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Instructions

Please send resume and cover letter to Rachel Lovett at Theatre for a New Audience, 154 Christopher Street, Suite 3D, New York, NY 10014 or to devosearch@tfana.org.