Smithsonian Institution
Overview
tendersglobal.net Come join a team of dedicated staff at an exceptional time in the Smithsonian’s history as we prepare for the Smithsonian Campaign for Our Shared Future. This ambitious fundraising campaign’s public phase will run from 2024 to 2026, culminating with the nation’s 250th anniversary. It will expand the Smithsonian’s reach and impact, empowering the institution to find solutions to today’s most pressing challenges. The Smithsonian is planning two new museums: the National Museum of the American Latino and the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum, which will share the experiences and perspectives of Latinos and women across history and deepen our shared understanding of what it means to be an American. The Smithsonian has built a model fundraising organization, driven by talented staff across our museums, research centers and cultural centers. This position offers exciting opportunities for the successful candidate to make a significant impact on the future of the Smithsonian. There is no better time to join this amazing Institution.
Key Responsibilities
Join a collegial and successful Development team that is responsible for raising support for core museum priorities.
Plan, execute, and manage an annual fund strategy in coordination with External Affairs and Digital Strategies, and be familiar with best practices in philanthropic messaging and digital communications.
Manage an ambitious membership program to increase acquisition, improve renewal rates, implement innovative donor stewardship, and increase overall membership revenue.
Manage a portfolio of prospects and conduct visits to recruit new members and develop a robust pipeline for SAAM’s major donor and planned giving programs.
Coordinate event and programmatic experiences; prepare donor communications including solicitations, renewals, and acknowledgments; track and report on membership; manage direct mail appeals; create compelling marketing materials; and coordinate membership events.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise Minimum of three years of relevant experience, including managing a membership and annual fund program, is desired. Strong written and verbal communication skills; the ability to manage multiple deadlines; and superior organizational skills are essential. Experience at a cultural organization is preferred.
Qualifications and Documentation Applicants who wish to qualify based on education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to U.S. higher education programs by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and should be included as part of the application package.
Any false statement in your application may result in your application being rejected and may also result in termination after employment begins.
Application Instructions The Smithsonian Institution values and seeks a diverse workforce. Interested candidates should submit their resumes using the application link by February 9, 2024. Resumes should include a description of paid and non-paid work experience related to this job; starting and ending dates of jobs (month and year); and average number of hours worked per week. Relocation expenses are not paid.
What To Expect Next: After the vacancy announcement closes, a review of resumes will be conducted against the qualification and experience requirements. Qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager once the review is complete.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The Smithsonian Institution provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact oastaffing@si.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. To learn more, please review the Smithsonian’s Accommodation Procedures.
The Smithsonian Institution is an
Equal Opportunity Employer . We believe that a workforce comprising a variety of educational, cultural, and experiential backgrounds supports and enhances our daily work life and contributes to the richness of our exhibitions and programs. See Smithsonian EEO program information: www.si.edu/oeema.
Apply on website
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tendersglobal.net Come join a team of dedicated staff at an exceptional time in the Smithsonian’s history as we prepare for the Smithsonian Campaign for Our Shared Future. This ambitious fundraising campaign’s public phase will run from 2024 to 2026, culminating with the nation’s 250th anniversary. It will expand the Smithsonian’s reach and impact, empowering the institution to find solutions to today’s most pressing challenges. The Smithsonian is planning two new museums: the National Museum of the American Latino and the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum, which will share the experiences and perspectives of Latinos and women across history and deepen our shared understanding of what it means to be an American. The Smithsonian has built a model fundraising organization, driven by talented staff across our museums, research centers and cultural centers. This position offers exciting opportunities for the successful candidate to make a significant impact on the future of the Smithsonian. There is no better time to join this amazing Institution.
Key Responsibilities
Join a collegial and successful Development team that is responsible for raising support for core museum priorities.
Plan, execute, and manage an annual fund strategy in coordination with External Affairs and Digital Strategies, and be familiar with best practices in philanthropic messaging and digital communications.
Manage an ambitious membership program to increase acquisition, improve renewal rates, implement innovative donor stewardship, and increase overall membership revenue.
Manage a portfolio of prospects and conduct visits to recruit new members and develop a robust pipeline for SAAM’s major donor and planned giving programs.
Coordinate event and programmatic experiences; prepare donor communications including solicitations, renewals, and acknowledgments; track and report on membership; manage direct mail appeals; create compelling marketing materials; and coordinate membership events.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise Minimum of three years of relevant experience, including managing a membership and annual fund program, is desired. Strong written and verbal communication skills; the ability to manage multiple deadlines; and superior organizational skills are essential. Experience at a cultural organization is preferred.
Qualifications and Documentation Applicants who wish to qualify based on education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to U.S. higher education programs by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and should be included as part of the application package.
Any false statement in your application may result in your application being rejected and may also result in termination after employment begins.
Application Instructions The Smithsonian Institution values and seeks a diverse workforce. Interested candidates should submit their resumes using the application link by February 9, 2024. Resumes should include a description of paid and non-paid work experience related to this job; starting and ending dates of jobs (month and year); and average number of hours worked per week. Relocation expenses are not paid.
What To Expect Next: After the vacancy announcement closes, a review of resumes will be conducted against the qualification and experience requirements. Qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager once the review is complete.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The Smithsonian Institution provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact oastaffing@si.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. To learn more, please review the Smithsonian’s Accommodation Procedures.
The Smithsonian Institution is an
Equal Opportunity Employer . We believe that a workforce comprising a variety of educational, cultural, and experiential backgrounds supports and enhances our daily work life and contributes to the richness of our exhibitions and programs. See Smithsonian EEO program information: www.si.edu/oeema.
Apply on website
#J-18808-Ljbffr