The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Planned Giving Assistant Manager
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Washington, DC (Foggy Bottom area) | United States
Job Description The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is seeking a
Planned Giving Assistant Manager
in Washington, DC. This position reports to the Director of Planned Giving and works with the Development Department's Individual Giving Team to cultivate and steward legacy relationships and to grow the portfolio of identified and qualified philanthropic supporters. The ideal candidate will coordinate tasks with the analytics team, perform donor research, manage moves management, and support cultivation events, including the annual Legacy Society events and Kennedy Center signature events. The incumbent manages time, resources, and workload to maximize productivity and financial results and takes initiative to fulfill campaign objectives.
About The Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the Potomac River in Washington, DC, the Center presents performances across all genres and is home to the Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. We strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work and are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other protected basis by law.
Why Join Us
Staff offers for discount tickets
Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year)
Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)
Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire
11 paid holidays per year
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA
Flexible work arrangements
Fun events and engagement opportunities
Key Responsibilities Planned Giving Portfolio
Support the Director of Planned Giving in portfolio management for Legacy Donors & Prospects
Collaborate with the analytics team to maintain and grow the pipeline of prospects and moves management plans
Conduct qualification research on prospects and donors
Engage with donors and prospects to identify and qualify new donor relationships
Collaborate with other Individual Giving team members providing gift planning support
Legacy Society Events Support
Support the Planned Giving team to execute annual cultivation and stewardship events
Coordinate administrative and logistical support with internal and external event and artistic teams
Assist the Director of Planned Giving to ensure internal stakeholders receive timely project management communications
Stewardship & Inbound Request Response
Support the Planned Giving team to ensure prompt responses to informational inquiries
Engage with Legacy Society members to ensure benefit fulfillment and information requests
Coordinate with Planned Giving team members to ensure timely responses to inbound communication
Communications & Marketing Support
Assist with multi-channel gift planning marketing campaigns
Other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 2-3 years of gift planning or development experience; preference for estate planning, tax advising, or legal/paralegal experience
Experience with Tessitura or nonprofit CRM systems preferred
Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area
Additional Information
Noise level is minimal, with occasional loud conditions during major fundraising events and performances
Travel up to 5% may be required
Flexible work arrangements available
The closing date for applications is 2025-10-29.
Company Info: The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC (Foggy Bottom area), United States
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Job Description The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is seeking a
Planned Giving Assistant Manager
in Washington, DC. This position reports to the Director of Planned Giving and works with the Development Department's Individual Giving Team to cultivate and steward legacy relationships and to grow the portfolio of identified and qualified philanthropic supporters. The ideal candidate will coordinate tasks with the analytics team, perform donor research, manage moves management, and support cultivation events, including the annual Legacy Society events and Kennedy Center signature events. The incumbent manages time, resources, and workload to maximize productivity and financial results and takes initiative to fulfill campaign objectives.
About The Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the Potomac River in Washington, DC, the Center presents performances across all genres and is home to the Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. We strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work and are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other protected basis by law.
Why Join Us
Staff offers for discount tickets
Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year)
Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)
Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire
11 paid holidays per year
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA
Flexible work arrangements
Fun events and engagement opportunities
Key Responsibilities Planned Giving Portfolio
Support the Director of Planned Giving in portfolio management for Legacy Donors & Prospects
Collaborate with the analytics team to maintain and grow the pipeline of prospects and moves management plans
Conduct qualification research on prospects and donors
Engage with donors and prospects to identify and qualify new donor relationships
Collaborate with other Individual Giving team members providing gift planning support
Legacy Society Events Support
Support the Planned Giving team to execute annual cultivation and stewardship events
Coordinate administrative and logistical support with internal and external event and artistic teams
Assist the Director of Planned Giving to ensure internal stakeholders receive timely project management communications
Stewardship & Inbound Request Response
Support the Planned Giving team to ensure prompt responses to informational inquiries
Engage with Legacy Society members to ensure benefit fulfillment and information requests
Coordinate with Planned Giving team members to ensure timely responses to inbound communication
Communications & Marketing Support
Assist with multi-channel gift planning marketing campaigns
Other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 2-3 years of gift planning or development experience; preference for estate planning, tax advising, or legal/paralegal experience
Experience with Tessitura or nonprofit CRM systems preferred
Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area
Additional Information
Noise level is minimal, with occasional loud conditions during major fundraising events and performances
Travel up to 5% may be required
Flexible work arrangements available
The closing date for applications is 2025-10-29.
Company Info: The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC (Foggy Bottom area), United States
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