The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Major Gifts Assistant Manager
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts . The Major Gifts Assistant Manager is a key member of the Major & Leadership Gifts team, supporting personalized fundraising and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of 100+ current and prospective major donors (undesignated and designated gifts of $50,000+). The incumbent provides administrative support to the Manager of Leadership Gifts in stewardship of approximately 85 members of the National Committee for the Performing Arts (designated gifts to education programming of $15,000+), and preparations for Committee meetings. Key Responsibilities
Provide support to the Manager of Major Gifts, Manager of Leadership Gifts, and Director of Major & Leadership Gifts for implementation of strategies for donors contributing to annual funds, endowments, and fundraising galas. Draft and coordinate personalized written materials on behalf of Development and Kennedy Center leadership (solicitations, acknowledgments, notes, briefings, newsletters, event itineraries, pledge reminders, tax receipts, etc.). Prepare and track documentation for all contributions, and update systems/database records to ensure correct gift processing. Accurately track fundraising progress using Tessitura and project management tools; report regular campaign updates to Managers and Director. Assist in developing materials for Committee meetings and events; maintain up-to-date membership listings and contact information for committees and boards. Coordinate contributions, guest details, and attendee logistics for major galas (e.g., Kennedy Center Honors, Mark Twain Prize); provide stewardship support for sponsorship packages and Event Chairs. Coordinate donor gifts tied to milestones (birthdays, anniversaries, life events) and provide proactive donor care. Provide excellent customer service to donors and teams via phone, email, mail, and in-person interactions. Ensure donor benefits and stewardship activities are fulfilled, including recognition and gift crediting in materials, processing ticket requests and RSVPs, and greeting donors at performances or onsite activities. Provide onsite support for special events, cultivation, and board/committee meetings; oversee office resources and collateral materials. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications
Experience in a front-facing, customer service-oriented role. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. 2–3 years of development/fundraising, writing, and event logistics experience. Working knowledge of the performing arts is preferred. Experience with Tessitura or similar CRM tools is preferred. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area; relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information
The work environment is generally quiet; attendance at major fundraising events and performances is required, where noise levels may be very loud. Occasional evenings or weekends are required for fundraising events and performances, typically with advance notice. Travel up to 5% may be required, predominantly local to offsite fundraising events or meetings. Salary: The projected salary range for this position is $52,000 - $57,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is determined by skills, expertise, and experience related to the position.
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Major Gifts Assistant Manager
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The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts . The Major Gifts Assistant Manager is a key member of the Major & Leadership Gifts team, supporting personalized fundraising and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of 100+ current and prospective major donors (undesignated and designated gifts of $50,000+). The incumbent provides administrative support to the Manager of Leadership Gifts in stewardship of approximately 85 members of the National Committee for the Performing Arts (designated gifts to education programming of $15,000+), and preparations for Committee meetings. Key Responsibilities
Provide support to the Manager of Major Gifts, Manager of Leadership Gifts, and Director of Major & Leadership Gifts for implementation of strategies for donors contributing to annual funds, endowments, and fundraising galas. Draft and coordinate personalized written materials on behalf of Development and Kennedy Center leadership (solicitations, acknowledgments, notes, briefings, newsletters, event itineraries, pledge reminders, tax receipts, etc.). Prepare and track documentation for all contributions, and update systems/database records to ensure correct gift processing. Accurately track fundraising progress using Tessitura and project management tools; report regular campaign updates to Managers and Director. Assist in developing materials for Committee meetings and events; maintain up-to-date membership listings and contact information for committees and boards. Coordinate contributions, guest details, and attendee logistics for major galas (e.g., Kennedy Center Honors, Mark Twain Prize); provide stewardship support for sponsorship packages and Event Chairs. Coordinate donor gifts tied to milestones (birthdays, anniversaries, life events) and provide proactive donor care. Provide excellent customer service to donors and teams via phone, email, mail, and in-person interactions. Ensure donor benefits and stewardship activities are fulfilled, including recognition and gift crediting in materials, processing ticket requests and RSVPs, and greeting donors at performances or onsite activities. Provide onsite support for special events, cultivation, and board/committee meetings; oversee office resources and collateral materials. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications
Experience in a front-facing, customer service-oriented role. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. 2–3 years of development/fundraising, writing, and event logistics experience. Working knowledge of the performing arts is preferred. Experience with Tessitura or similar CRM tools is preferred. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area; relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information
The work environment is generally quiet; attendance at major fundraising events and performances is required, where noise levels may be very loud. Occasional evenings or weekends are required for fundraising events and performances, typically with advance notice. Travel up to 5% may be required, predominantly local to offsite fundraising events or meetings. Salary: The projected salary range for this position is $52,000 - $57,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is determined by skills, expertise, and experience related to the position.
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